Psychotherapists

Danai Kousta is a Psychologist - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist for adults, adolescents, and young adults, maintaining a private practice in Zografou while also working as a school psychologist. She holds a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a Master's degree from the Medical School of Athens in "Promotion of Mental Health – Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders." She has received training in Psychoanalytic Theory and Practice in the "Epekeina – Psychoanalytic Practice" program, where she is also a collaborating member. She has conducted scientific work at Aeginiteio Hospital as an external collaborator of the Personality Disorders Unit and the Psychological Laboratory. Finally, she has worked in secondary education as well as in KEDASY (Centers for Differentiated Diagnosis, Diagnosis, and Support).

Patenidis Fotis is a Psychologist who maintains a private practice in the center of Thessaloniki, where he conducts individual sessions. Online sessions are also available; however, in-person attendance is encouraged as it facilitates a more meaningful connection between the client and therapist and contributes more effectively to the therapeutic process. A limited number of reduced-fee slots are available for individuals facing financial difficulties (students, unemployed).

For the past 5 years, he has been training in Character Analysis, an approach based on the principles of psychodynamic theory and the connection between emotion and bodily sensations. He is a graduate of the Applied Psychology (BSc Hons) program at the University of Derby and the Mathematics Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, holding a Master's degree with a specialization in Philosophy and Didactics of Mathematics, as well as additional training in Special Education.

He emphasizes the creation of a relationship built on safety and trust, where the client can establish meaningful contact with their emotions, reconnect with their body, and explore deeper aspects of the self. The goal is to understand internal conflicts and ultimately resolve them through the experiential processing of traumatic experiences, leading to gradual personal change, always respecting the pace and needs of each individual.

Andreas Xamouzas is a Child Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Kifisia. He graduated from the Medical School and served as a rural doctor at the Health Center of Astros Kynourias. He completed his specialty training in Child Psychiatry at the B’ Clinic of the Attica Child Psychiatric Hospital. During his specialty training, he also worked at the Adolescent and Young Adult Psychiatry Department of GNA "G. GENNIMATAS" and the Psychiatric and Neurological Clinic of the Psychiatric Hospital of Tripoli. He was trained by the Hellenic Society of the New Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis (APAKS) in the psychoanalytic approach, with a particular emphasis on the Lacanian Field.

Anestis Sapounas is a Psychologist, summa cum laude graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (N.K.U.A.), licensed to practice, providing counseling and psychotherapy services. He specializes in the treatment of mental disorders such as anxiety, depression, and phobias, as well as interpersonal difficulties and relationship issues.

He has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling (KE.PSY.SY.), and has been trained in the Theory and Practice of Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy at the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy (I.S.O.P.). He also holds certification in Organizational Psychology from the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) and is active in the field of occupational counseling.

His approach focuses on a profound understanding of the individual beyond the symptom, while through psychoeducation, he empowers the client with practical tools for a functional daily life alongside enhancing psychological resilience.

He has worked in the prevention and treatment of domestic and gender-based violence, contributing to victim support. Simultaneously, he has provided his services in various mental health settings.

In his sessions, he aims to create a safe and supportive environment where the individual can freely express themselves and process their difficulties without fear of judgment.

Karametou Matina is a Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with a private practice in Nea Erythraia. She graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and specialized in Psychiatry in Switzerland, at the University Psychiatric Clinic of Geneva and the Psychiatric Hospital of Prefargier in Neuchatel. There, she specialized in clinical psychotic disorders, personality disorders, affective disorders, and psychogeriatrics within community settings. She also received training in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at a General Hospital in Geneva. She is specialized in Individual Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and Couples Therapy. She has completed a four-year postgraduate training program in Systemic Family and Couples Therapy at the Psychiatric Research University Institute (EPIPSY) and a two-year postgraduate program in the diagnosis and treatment of psychosexual disorders, also at EPIPSY. She has worked at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica, in the Admissions Department, at the Mental Health Center of Peristeri, and in the Mobile Mental Health Units of EPAPSY.

Gavras Euripidis BSc, MA, PGDip is a Psychologist - Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Pangrati, working therapeutically with adolescents, adults, and couples. He is a graduate of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Department of Psychology, and also graduated from the University of Ioannina, School of Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology. He holds a Master's degree in Clinical - Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University, US, and is trained in Relational Psychoanalysis (Tampa Bay Institute for Psychoanalytic Studies - US), Cognitive Analytic Therapy Model, Relational Therapy, Group Psychotherapy following the interpersonal interaction model of I. Yalom, and has also received training in the Cognitive Behavioral approach.

He holds a License to Practice as a Psychologist (registration no. 24309/07) and is a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society. He is recognized as a Group Psychotherapist by the International Board for Certification of Group Psychotherapists (AGPA member) and is a member of the International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.

He is a collaborator and served as a regular member (2012-2025) of the Institute of Relational and Group Psychotherapy, and is now dedicated to his work as an Instructor and Clinical Supervisor in postgraduate specialization programs in Relational and Group Psychotherapy.

Η Κυβέλλου Ξένια είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στη Νέα Σμύρνη. Σπούδασε Φιλοσοφία στο Πανεπιστήμιο Ιωαννίνων. Η Σύγχρονη Φιλοσοφία αναζητεί το νόημα του ανθρώπου ή αλλιώς το νόημα της ύπαρξης. Ο Κόσμος είναι το αντικείμενο της, ο κόσμος που μας φιλοξενεί, μας διαμορφώνει και τον διαμορφώνουμε ως γένος. Παράλληλα με τις σπουδές της εργάστηκε για τέσσερα χρόνια σε Ίδρυμα Αποκατάστασης παιδιών με κινητικά προβλήματα. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των σπουδών της, ακολούθησε μεταπτυχιακές σπουδές στη Διοίκηση Ανθρώπινου Δυναμικού. Η καριέρα της στο κόσμο των επιχειρήσεων, στη συμβουλευτική καριέρας και στην επιλογή του κατάλληλου ανθρώπου για τη κατάλληλη θέση, της έδειξε ότι οι άνθρωποι επιτυγχάνουν ή αποτυγχάνουν στην εργασία τους τις περισσότερες φορές για λόγους που είναι ανεξάρτητοι από τα προσόντα τους. Εκείνο που καθορίζει τη τύχη των ανθρώπων στη εργασία τους είναι πρωτίστως η προσωπικότητα τους και οι επιλογές τους. Οι παραπάνω εργασιακές εμπειρίες της και τα ερωτήματα που προκύπτουν τόσο από την φροντίδα των παιδιών με ειδικές ικανότητες όσο και από τον κόσμο της εργασίας με οδήγησαν στην απόφαση να σπουδάσει Ψυχολογία. Ολοκλήρωσε τις σπουδές της στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών με Άριστα. Το Άριστα σηματοδοτεί το αμέριστο ενδιαφέρον μου για τον άνθρωπο και το προσωπικό κόπο μου να εξερευνήσω και να ανακαλύψω τι μας καθορίζει, τι μπορούμε να κάνουμε, τι μπορούμε να αλλάξουμε, πως μπορούμε να υπάρχουμε με νόημα. Παράλληλα με τις σπουδές της στο Πανεπιστήμιο ξεκίνησε ένα κύκλο εκπαίδευσης στη Διαγνωστική Ψυχολογία σε ανοικτό κέντρο νοσηλείας. Πραγματοποίησε την πρακτική της άσκηση στο Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αθηνών Δρομοκαϊτειο. Συμμετείχε για τρία χρόνια σε ομαδικά προγράμματα ψυχοθεραπείας. Ολοκλήρωσε τετραετή κύκλο σπουδών στη Συνθετική ψυχοθεραπεία και είναι Ιδρυτικό μέλος της Εταιρείας Συνθετικής ψυχοθεραπείας στην Ελλάδα. Ολοκλήρωσε κύκλο ετησίων σεμιναρίων στην Ελληνική Ψυχαναλυτική Εταιρεία.

Petra Sara is a Mental Health Counselor and Social Worker with experience in supporting individuals facing daily life challenges. She holds a degree from PADΑ (Former Technological Educational Institute of Athens). Since 2021, she has been undergoing further training at the Athens Center for Human Studies (AKMA) as a systemic psychotherapist. She works as a social worker in a mental health unit with individuals suffering from schizophrenia and concurrently manages her own cases through video calls and in person on specific days. Her goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment.

Koukopoulos Dimitris is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Ampelokipoi. He holds a degree in Psychology from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has been trained in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Institute of Systemic Thinking and Psychotherapy. In his private practice, he manages a wide range of cases, always focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individual needs of each person.

Gkeleri Maria - Danai is a Clinical Psychologist - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in the Hilton area of Athens. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and completed a postgraduate program in Clinical and Community Psychology at the University of East London. She trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling and received further training in Clinical Psychopathology at the 1st Psychiatric Clinic of Aeginiteio Hospital. Additionally, she trained in "Issues of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in Psychotherapy," Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma therapy using the EMDR method. Other educational programs she has attended include training in Compassionate Mind at the Hellenic Center for Compassion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder, Systemic Counseling, Parental Separation-Divorce Management, and Social Clinical Psychopathology of Addictions at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Finally, she has volunteered in organizing community programs in Mexico and is a member of the Hellenic Psychological Society and EMDR Hellas.

Aggelopoulou Nefeli is a Psychologist with a private practice in Peristeri. She graduated from the Psychology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in “Mental Health and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry” from the Medical School of the same institution. Additionally, she has specialized in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at EPIPSY and Aeginiteio Hospital. Finally, she possesses significant clinical and scientific experience, including numerous publications presented at conferences in which she has participated.

Pappa Afroditi is a Psychologist with a private practice in Athens. She holds a master's degree entitled "Stress Management and Health Promotion" from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a degree in Psychology from the same institution. Additionally, she specialized in clinical psychopathology for one year at the Aeginiteio Hospital and the University Research Institute of Mental Health, and in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy for four years at the Institute of Behavioral Research and Therapy, which is applied to a wide range of issues. Furthermore, she has gained clinical experience in public and private mental health organizations. Finally, the psychologist emphasizes that seeking help through psychotherapy is not a sign of weakness but rather demonstrates a person's desire to confront their difficulties and improve their daily life, as well as their relationship with themselves and others.

Η Σοφία Κοτσαλίδου είναι Ψυχολόγος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Καλλιθέα. Είναι πτυχιούχος του τμήματος Ψυχολογίας του Πάντειου Πανεπιστημίου και έχει εξειδικευτεί στη Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο Εργαστήριο Διερεύνησης Ανθρώπινων Σχέσεων.

Στο θεραπευτικό της έργο εφαρμόζει τη Συστημική Προσέγγιση, εστιάζοντας στην κατανόηση του ατόμου μέσα στο πλαίσιο των σχέσεων και των συστημάτων στα οποία ανήκει (οικογένεια, εργασία, κοινωνικό περιβάλλον). Το επιστημονικό της ενδιαφέρον επικεντρώνεται στη σύνδεση των σύγχρονων νευροεπιστημών με την ψυχοθεραπεία, καθώς και στη διαχείριση του αναπτυξιακού τραύματος και των επιδράσεών του στις ενήλικες σχέσεις.

Η κλινική της κατάρτιση περιλαμβάνει την πρακτική της άσκηση στο Κέντρο Ημέρας της ΑμΚΕ «Φαιναρέτη», με αντικείμενο τη φροντίδα της ψυχικής υγείας της γυναίκας. Σε επαγγελματικό επίπεδο, έχει συμμετάσχει στην Επιτροπή Αξιολόγησης του Υπουργείου Υγείας για το πρόγραμμα «Προσωπικός Βοηθός για ΑμεΑ».

Στοχεύει στη βελτίωση της ψυχικής υγείας, την ενδυνάμωση και την προσωπική εξέλιξη των ανθρώπων που την εμπιστεύονται προσφέροντας ένα πλαίσιο εμπιστοσύνης και φροντίδας.

Πιστεύοντας ακράδαντα ότι η θεραπευτική επάρκεια απαιτεί συνεχή προσωπική εργασία, η ίδια βρίσκεται σε σταθερή προσωπική θεραπεία και συμμετέχει συστηματικά σε ατομική εποπτεία από πιστοποιημένους επόπτες Ψυχολόγους και Ψυχοθεραπευτές

Spanos Antonis is a Psychologist with a private practice in Elefsina. Additionally, he serves as the Head of the Psychosocial Sector at Aktio and Coordinator of the Elderly Care Units "Aktio and Aktio Alzheimer Unit." He studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently specialized in Transactional Analysis-Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy, Crisis Management, Grief Management, and Neuropsychological Assessment by attending training programs at the Hellenic Society for Behavioral Research and the Athens Synthesis Centre. Concurrently, he participated in numerous seminars and conferences related to adult psychopathology. In recent years, he has worked as a Supervisor, Coordinator, Psychologist, and Scientific Director in mental health units, support centers, and helplines focused on mental health issues within the framework of psychiatric reform and the Psychargos programs. He has also served as an External Associate of hellaseap, the Center for Synthetic Therapy of the Soul.