Mental Health Counselors

Gesthimani Pantelidou is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and has been running the Mental Health Center - "aniGma" in Nea Smyrni for the past 7 years. She deals with issues related to personal anxieties, difficulties and dilemmas, family matters, issues and challenges concerning adolescents and the elderly, as well as emotional, psychosomatic, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress, and the management of loss and grief. Additionally, as a personal coach with extensive experience in the business sector, she supports the encouragement of change, motivation, utilization of personal potential, enhancement of self-confidence and self-esteem, management of indecisiveness, as well as goal setting and achievement. Based on the Synthetic Approach, she combines techniques from Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Psychodynamic therapies, as well as personal coaching techniques, to flexibly adapt to the needs and personality of each client. In today’s era of general disorientation and loneliness, the human individual strives to cope with pain, fear, and anxiety arising from the ambiguity of their constantly changing life. Psychological support and counseling sessions aim to reveal the distinctly personal functional adaptation method of the individual to the present and future of their life, discovering the unused potentials of their soul in conjunction with the ongoing cultivation of their communication skills with their environment.

“...I am not entirely guilty for the life I lead, since I did not choose it, nor am I entirely innocent from the moment I continue it...”

Η Δέσποινα Γιαμαλάκη είναι Συστημική Θεραπεύτρια - Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στο Ηράκλειο Κρήτης. Παράλληλα, πραγματοποιεί προπτυχιακές σπουδές στο Τμήμα Ψυχολογίας του Ευρωπαϊκού Πανεπιστημίου Κύπρου, διευρύνοντας και εμπλουτίζοντας το επιστημονικό της υπόβαθρο στον τομέα της ψυχικής υγείας. Είναι πιστοποιημένη Συστημική Σύμβουλος Ατόμου, Ζεύγους και Οικογένειας, με εκπαίδευση στη Συστημική Συμβουλευτική, στις Κλινικές Δεξιότητες στη Θεραπεία Ζεύγους, καθώς και στη Συνθετική Θεραπεία Ζεύγους & Συμβουλευτική Γάμου. Η επαγγελματική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται στη συνεχή εκπαίδευση, την προσωπική θεραπευτική εργασία και τη συστηματική εποπτεία, διασφαλίζοντας υψηλό επίπεδο επιστημονικής εγκυρότητας και δεοντολογίας. Διαθέτει πιστοποίηση στην «Ύπνωση: Χαρακτηριστικά και Θεραπευτικές Εφαρμογές» από το Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών. Είναι πιστοποιημένη ψυχοθεραπεύτρια στην κλινική υπνοθεραπεία κατέχει Ανώτερο Επαγγελματικό Δίπλωμα στην Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία. Αξιοποιεί τη Γνωσιακή Συμπεριφορική Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία (CBH), ένα σύγχρονο και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένο μοντέλο που συνδυάζει τεχνικές της Γνωσιακής Συμπεριφορικής Θεραπείας (CBT) με την Κλινική Υπνοθεραπεία, προσαρμοσμένο στις ανάγκες του κάθε ανθρώπου. Παράλληλα, συνεχίζει την εκπαίδευσή της στη Βιοθυμική Ψυχοθεραπεία. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στην αντιμετώπιση διατροφικών διαταραχών, με εξειδίκευση στη συναισθηματική υπερφαγία, ως Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity (ΚΕΑΔΔ), ενώ είναι Σύμβουλος Νευρογλωσσικού Προγραμματισμού (NLP). Παράλληλα, έχει παρακολουθήσει το πρόγραμμα Ενσυνειδητότητας και Διαλογισμού για την Υγεία (Mindfulness for Health - Breathworks), ένα επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένο μοντέλο που απευθύνεται σε άτομα που βιώνουν χρόνιο πόνο, έντονο στρες ή σωματική κόπωση. Μέσα από αυτή την προσέγγιση, αξιοποιεί πρακτικές τεχνικές ενσυνειδητότητας για τη διαχείριση του στρες και τη βελτίωση της καθημερινότητας. Τέλος είναι τακτικό μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Συμβουλευτικής (Ε.Ε.Σ.) και της Ευρωπαϊκής Εταιρείας Οικογενειακής Θεραπείας (E.F.T.A.), καθώς και του διεθνούς οργανισμού ACCPH. Μέσα από μια εξατομικευμένη και ολιστική προσέγγιση, υποστηρίζει τη διαχείριση των συναισθημάτων, την ενίσχυση της αυτοεκτίμησης και την ανάπτυξη υγιών προσωπικών ορίων. Δημιουργεί ένα ασφαλές και μη επικριτικό περιβάλλον, βασισμένο στον σεβασμό και την ενσυναίσθηση, όπου κάθε άνθρωπος μπορεί να εκφραστεί ελεύθερα και να νιώσει ότι πραγματικά ακούγεται. Στόχος είναι η ενδυνάμωση, η εσωτερική ισορροπία και η ανάπτυξη ουσιαστικών σχέσεων. Οι συνεδρίες πραγματοποιούνται δια ζώσης και διαδικτυακά, σε έναν χώρο σχεδιασμένο για άνεση και ασφάλεια, με εύκολη πρόσβαση, άνετο χώρο στάθμευσης και δυνατότητα εξυπηρέτησης ατόμων με αναπηρία (ΑμεΑ).

Xorianopoulou Andriani is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist with a private practice in Pangrati. She holds a degree in Sociology from Panteion University and a master's degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London. Additionally, she specialized in Cognitive Psychotherapy at the Kostas Stefanis Research University Institute of Mental Health, Neurosciences and Precision Medicine, in collaboration with the First Psychiatric Clinic of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has also volunteered as a psychotherapist at the Social Protection and Solidarity Organization of the Municipality of Vrilissia and at the Parental Equality for the Child Association. Furthermore, in the context of ongoing professional development, she has attended numerous training programs, workshops, and seminars and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Cognitive Psychotherapies and the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies.

Trimi Xloi is a Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Kypseli. She is a graduate of the Department of Humanities at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and trained as a Psychotherapist - Group Analyst at the Hellenic Network of Group Analysts. She has worked as a Psychotherapist - Group Coordinator at the Society of Social Psychiatry, as a Group Coordinator at the Specialized Day Center "Center for Social Dialogue," and as a short-term group coordinator at I.PSY.P.A Center for Psychotherapy and Personal Development. In her practice, she handles cases covering the entire spectrum of mental health, specifically dealing with anxiety disorders, individual psychotherapy, and group psychotherapy.

Pougias Xaris is a Psychotherapist - Clinical Hypnotherapist and maintains a private practice in Nea Smyrni, while simultaneously serving as a collaborator and lecturer in Psychology courses at the Art Center and Artens seminars. He holds a degree in Psychology and is a certified clinical hypnotherapist by the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Bioenergetic Psychotherapy, and is a member of the Stress Management Society. Additionally, he has attended seminars on hypnotherapy, biological mechanisms, stress management, clinical hypnosis, sports hypnosis, as well as Mindfulness. Recently, his scientific interest has focused on Psychosomatic disorders and Psychodermatology, specifically skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, melanoma, vitiligo, urticaria, and trichotillomania. Finally, he works with autoimmune diseases and Hypnobirthing – smooth childbirth through deep relaxation.

Pantazi Ntepi is a Person-Centered Psychotherapist and in her private practice in Ilion, she offers individual psychotherapy sessions, while also assisting professionals in developing their skills through personalized guidance. Combining knowledge from the fields of psychotherapy, sociology, and forensic investigation, she supports individuals and organizations in managing challenges, making decisions, and creating meaningful changes. Her approach is based on safety, authenticity, and empowerment. She believes that therapy, as well as professional development, is a space of exploration where vulnerability and self-awareness lead to a deeper understanding of the self and reconciliation with every aspect of it.

Konstantopoulou Vasiliki is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in supporting individuals and groups. She maintains a private practice in Elefsina, where she combines the contemporary Psychodynamic psychotherapeutic approach with creative expressive methods such as dance therapy and music therapy. She has received advanced training in Dance Therapy and Music Therapy and is a graduate of the College of Sports Science of Massachusetts (1992–1996). Additionally, she possesses deep knowledge of the art of dance, having served as a Dance Instructor at the Professional and Advanced Dance School of Despoina Grigoriadou. Her experience in movement and bodily expression enriches her therapeutic work, offering a holistic approach to mental health care. From 2021 to 2025, she collaborated with the Open Child and Family Protection Center "Center of Love" (NGO), providing psychological support and therapeutic interventions to vulnerable populations. Her philosophy is based on the belief that therapy is a creative process of self-awareness, balance, and personal growth.

Triantafyllou Argyro is a Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. She is a graduate of the Department of Greek Philology at Democritus University of Thrace, with a consistent focus on continuous education and specialization. Throughout her academic and professional career, she has enriched her knowledge with various studies and certifications in complementary therapies and counseling. She holds a diploma in Reflexology and certification in Therapeutic Counseling from the Humanistic Studies Center ICPS, as well as an internationally recognized status as a Bach Foundation Registered Practitioner (BFRP) from the Bach Centre in the United Kingdom. Additionally, she possesses specialized diplomas and international certifications in Auriculotherapy, Counseling in Eating Disorders, and Systemic Constellation. Her studies reflect her multidimensional scientific background and dedication to a holistic approach to human well-being.

Η Μιχέλη Θεοδοσία είναι Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια Ενηλίκων - Οικογένειας - Σύμβουλος Ψυχικής Υγείας, απόφοιτη του Ινστιτούτου Θεραπείας Οικογένειας (4ετούς φοιτήσεως) του Ανοικτού Ψυχοθεραπευτικού Κέντρου Αθηνών (Τακτικό Μέλος της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης Ινστιτούτων Ομαδικής Ανάλυσης E.G.A.T.I.N.). Επιπλέον, είναι απόφοιτη του Παιδαγωγικού Τμήματος Νηπιαγωγών του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. 'Eχει εξειδίκευση στο Νευροθυμικό Σχεσιακό Μοντέλο (The Neuro Affective Relational Model NARM), (Πιστοποιημένη ψυχοθεραπεύτρια NARM) για την αντιμετώπιση του τραύματος πρόσδεσης και του σχεσιακού και αναπτυξιακού τραύματος. Η θεραπευτική εργασία στην προσέγγιση NARM διερευνά τα πρότυπα από το παρελθόν, που παρεμποδίζουν το άτομο να συνδεθεί με τον εαυτό του και τους άλλους στο παρόν. Η παρακολούθηση της διαδικασίας σύνδεσης-αποσύνδεσης και ρύθμισης - δυσρύθμισης στο παρόν βοηθά τους θεραπευόμενους να συνδεθούν με μια αίσθηση αυτενέργειας στις δυσκολίες της ζωής τους, ενώ παράλληλα μειώνει την αίσθηση ότι είναι θύματα της παιδικής τους ηλικίας. Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στις Θεραπευτικές Δεξιότητες και Τεχνικές Σχέσης και Συνύπαρξης (Συνθετική Θεραπεία Ζεύγους ΕΚ.Ι.ΣΥ.Π). Έχει εκπαιδευτεί στη “Συγκινησιακά Εστιασμένη Θεραπεία Ζεύγους – Endorsed Externship EFT” – ΑΚΜΑ. Επίσης, έχει εξειδίκευση στη Θεραπεία Ζεύγους με βάση το Κλινικό Πρόγραμμα SANE-System Attachment Narrative Encephalon-ΛΟΓΩ ΨΥΧΗΣ. Έχει παρακολουθήσει πρόγραμμα Εκπαίδευσης “Εκπαιδευτών – Συντονιστών Σχολών Γονέων” με στόχο τη Συμβουλευτική Γονέων, με αντικείμενο το “Εξελικτικό Σύστημα” της Μαρίας Χουρδάκη από τον Πανελλήνιο Σύνδεσμο Σχολών Γονέων. Επιπλέον, έχει ολοκληρώσει το ετήσιο επιμορφωτικό πρόγραμμα “Ειδική Αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση” (Κ.Ε.ΔΙ.ΒΙ.Μ.) του Πανεπιστημίου Αιγαίου. Εχει παρακολουθήσει επιτυχώς βιωματικό εκπαιδευτικό σεμινάριο με τίτλο "Πένθος και Συμβουλευτική: Τεχνικές για τη διαχείριση της Απώλειας" Εργαστήριο Διερεύνησης Ανθρωπίνων Σχέσεων. Διαθέτει ουσιαστική κλινική εμπειρία στην ατομική και ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία εφήβων και ενηλίκων. Επίσης στην ψυχοθεραπεία και συμβουλευτική γονέων σε συνδυασμό με συντονισμό ομάδων γονέων, στην ψυχοθεραπεία και συμβουλευτική ζεύγους σε συνδυασμό με συντονισμό ομάδων ζευγαριών, καθώς και στη θεραπεία οικογένειας. Είναι μέλος της Ένωσης Θεραπευτών Οικογένειας και Ζεύγους. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει ενημερωτικές ομιλίες για γονείς και παιδιά σε σχολεία και άλλους φορείς Έχει παρακολουθήσει και συνεχίζει να παρακολουθεί τις επιστημονικές εξελίξεις με πληθώρα σεμιναρίων και ημερίδων που άπτονται της ψυχοθεραπευτικής της ιδιότητας και έχει συμμετάσχει σε πολλαπλά συνέδρια Ψυχολογίας. Διαθέτει ιδιωτικό γραφείο όπου παρέχει ψυχοθεραπεία σε ατομικό και ομαδικό επίπεδο σε εφήβους και ενήλικες. Αναλαμβάνει πλήθος περιστατικών που αφορούν: Ατομική και Ομαδική Ψυχοθεραπεία Εφήβων και Ενηλίκων, Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική Γονέων, Ομάδες Γονέων, Ψυχοθεραπεία και Συμβουλευτική Ζεύγους, Ομάδες Ζευγαριών, Θεραπεία Οικογένειας. Συνεργάζεται με αξιόπιστους Παιδοψυχιάτρους και Ψυχιάτρους για την διαμόρφωση της κλινικής εικόνας του “πάσχοντος” μέλους, για πιθανή διάγνωση και καθορισμό ενδεχομένης φαρμακευτικής αγωγής. Συνεργάζεται επίσης, με Ψυχολόγο εξειδικευμένο στη χορήγηση των κατάλληλων διαγνωστικών τεστ ( Bender, D-10, T.A.T., Raven, Wisc, Rorschach Menninger, Wippsi, C.A.T., Αθηνά Τεστ, WAIS-IV-TR, Rotter, T.A.T., Rorschach ) προκειμένου να γίνει μία πλήρης ψυχολογική αξιολόγηση του ενδιαφερομένου (παιδί, ενήλικας, ζευγάρι), καθώς και για τη διάγνωση μαθησιακών δυσκολιών. Υπηρεσίες για εφήβους: Διαχείριση θυμού, άγχους, φοβίες. Υπηρεσίες για Ενήλικες: Προβλήματα διαπροσωπικών σχέσεων, συναισθηματικές διαταραχές, κατάθλιψη, κρίσεις πανικού, διαταραχές άγχους, διάθεσης.

Sarikoudis Apostolos is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He has completed studies as a Mental Health Counselor with full qualification and certification of a three-year training program at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling, as well as his three-year training at the same center as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist. Concurrently, he is pursuing additional training in new therapeutic approaches. He has been professionally involved in psychological support and parental counseling for the municipality of Oraiokastro, Thessaloniki. During his internship, he served as a coordinator in groups for individuals with addictions at the rehabilitation center "Change of Life" and as a research observer in a personal development and self-awareness group at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy and Counseling. He is a registered full member of the Hellenic Counseling Society (HCS) and a recognized registered member of the European Association for Counseling (EAC). In his private practice, he handles a wide range of cases and notably offers the option for online sessions.

Karagianni Pinelopi is a Psychotherapist - Group Analyst and maintains her private practice in Exarchia. She successfully completed the training program of the Athens Institute of Group Analysis, which includes clinical practice in a Psychotherapeutic Community, coordination of analytic groups, participation in the Child and Family Therapy department, and supervision of therapeutic activities as required by the Hellenic Association of Psychotherapy. She has attended numerous trainings, including those on life coaching, eating disorders, adolescent psychopathology, parental counseling, LGBTQ+ counseling, and career orientation. It would be a significant omission not to mention that she holds a postgraduate degree in health unit management from the Hellenic Open University. In her private practice, she addresses a wide range of cases and specializes in Psychosomatic Symptoms, Individual, and Group Psychotherapy.

Inner Balance Analyti Aleksandra Kai Synergates is a facility offering counseling therapy for individuals, couples, and families. The scientific director of the office is the Mental Health Counselor - Family Counselor Inner Balance Analyti Aleksandra. She is a certified Mental Health Counselor and has completed studies in Counseling and Couples and Family Therapy at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Ilia Mpirmpa is a Mental Health Consultant specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy. Since 2007, she has worked as an educator in a Public Greek School, and since 2022, she has collaborated with ESYTHEPAS/KEDITHAS, a member of EFTA (European Family Therapy Association), as a Mental Health Consultant, providing support to adolescents, adults, and couples. She studied English Philology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and continued her studies at Warwick University in England, where she completed a master's degree in Cultural Studies. From 2020 to 2024, she attended the Center for the Investigation, Improvement, and Therapy of Human Systems at the Society for Systemic Therapy and Intervention (ESYTHEPAS), specializing in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy. Sessions are conducted in Greek or English, as well as online upon arrangement.

Mpikou Anna Maria is a Psychotherapist - Mental Health Counselor and maintains her practice in Cholargos. She holds a “Diploma in Integrative Counselling COSCA” and a “Counselling Supervision Certificate COSCA” from the Hellenic Society of Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy (Athens Synthesis Center) as well as the ECP-European Certificate for Psychotherapy (EAP). She has been trained in the integrative approach. She is a full member of the Hellenic Psychotherapy Society (EEPE) and the Hellenic Society of Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy (EESSSP). She has specialized as a Mindfulness Practitioner and in issues related to couples therapy and LGBTQ+ matters. Additionally, she holds a BSc in Business Administration from the American College of Greece (Deree) and an MBA from Pepperdine University, Los Angeles, CA. She has collaborated with multinational companies in the fields of management and human resource administration. She provides individual sessions for adults, couples and family sessions, with the option for sessions via Skype. Her expertise includes areas such as anxiety management, panic attacks, depression, phobias, obsessive thoughts, anger, grief, interpersonal difficulties, low self-esteem and self-confidence, post-traumatic stress, psychosomatic disorders, and professional career-related issues. Within the safe framework of therapy and in an environment predominantly characterized by acceptance, hope, and the absence of judgment, the client learns how to alleviate the psychological symptoms that concern them, thereby improving their quality of life.

Aggelaki Ioanna is a Mental Health Counselor and maintains a private practice in Exarcheia. She holds a diploma in Counseling Psychology from KE.PSY.SY. At the same center, she is pursuing further training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has attended numerous seminars on mental health and counseling topics. Her experience encompasses a wide range, including management of anxiety, stress, panic attacks, grief, assertiveness, LGBTQ+ empowerment, and more. As a mental health counselor, she is dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and well-being. With a passion for psychology and a desire to positively impact people's lives, she provides a warm and non-judgmental environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors together. If you are struggling with anxiety, stress, or any other mental health issue, she is here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Athanasiou Katerina Kai Synergates is a Mental Health Consultant, Systemic Psychotherapist with private practices in Ioannina and Kolonaki. Simultaneously, she is a founding member and Therapist at the Systemic Therapy and Counseling Center Ke.Sy.The.S. in Ioannina, a recognized Training Center of the E.F.T.A. She is specialized in Systemic Family and Human Systems Therapy (individuals, families, organizations) from the Society of Systemic Therapy and Human Systems Intervention. Additionally, she has specialized in Neuro-Linguistic Programming at Reframe Greece and has attended numerous trainings in Systemic Thinking & Coaching. She is a member of the HEAP (Hellas Employee Assistance Programs) network, a regular member of EFTA (European Family Therapist Association), and a member of the European and Hellenic Counseling Association. She works as a Systemic Coach and Mindset Motivator, with expertise in Family Businesses, work-related stress, and guiding Executives and Entrepreneurs in their personal development and fulfillment of their vision. Her focus areas include: management and improvement of quality of life and well-being (Weight Management Groups), anxiety management for employees and others, life change management, depression, life meaning, conscious separation from marriage or relationships, empowerment for achieving relationship or professional success, family conflicts and creating new family goals, support and empowerment for Entrepreneurs, Business Executives and teams interested in developing themselves, their teams, and consequently their businesses, Family Businesses and succession management issues, conflicts with relatives, single parents dealing with partner and child management issues, etc. Finally, she contributes articles to magazines such as Psychology Now, Alternative Action, Epixeiro, Metalogos, and regularly participates in conferences and seminars.

Ioanna Psomiadi MSc is a Mental Health Consultant - Psychotherapist with private practices in Voula and Acharnes. She holds a degree in Psychology from the American College of Athens and possesses a Certification of Specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Theory & Clinical Practice from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). Continuing her studies, she obtained a Master's degree in Human Resource Management for large enterprises (HR) from Bolton University and completed the Group Psychotherapy program at the Athens Center for the Study of Human Behavior (AKMA), as well as the one-year One-Way Mirror Seminar: Effects of mirrors on individual human behavior program. Subsequently, through a series of seminars and clinical training, she has worked in group psychotherapy programs at various psychological support centers in Athens, where she has developed extensive experience in emotional disorders, interpersonal relationships, mood disorders, separations, management of low self-esteem, and generally psychological monitoring and support of adolescents and adults. Since 2022, she has collaborated and contributed articles as a Scientific Associate on Mental Health topics for health and wellness blogs and magazines (Vita.gr, Shape.gr, etc.). In February 2025, she was awarded by the HEALTH EAGLES for patient preference and trust as a psychotherapist. Finally, she undertakes individual therapies providing flexible sessions outside regular office hours, conducting daily appointments by telephone and via Skype for urgent issues, for individuals residing abroad, and for those with difficult and inflexible work schedules and daily obligations.