Mental Health Counselors

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.

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.

Stelios Despotakis is a Person-Centered Counselor - Psychotherapist and has been active in the field since 2015, offering individual and group sessions in a warm and colorful space on Leof. Vasileos Konstantinou, between Evagelismos metro station and the Panathenaic Stadium.

- He views psychotherapy as a process of developing the innate potential of the individual, "a kind unfolding of our uniqueness". Through his work, he accompanies people on their journey, facilitating their efforts to better understand themselves, cope with stress, heal trauma, improve relationships, overcome feeling stuck, change direction and realise dreams

- He was trained at the College for Humanistic Sciences ICPS and holds a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (PGDip 2 years), the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP 4 years), and a Masters level certificate in the Treatment of Depression (PCE-CfD 1 year) recommended by the UK's National Health Service (NHS). In addition, he has attended intensive training in Non-Violent Communication, Conflict Resolution and Online Counselling. Last but not least, he is currently being trained as a Mindfulness Teacher in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT 1 year) from the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation in partnership with Oxford University.

- In addition to his private practice, for five years he volunteered his services at the Social Solidarity and Psychological Support Network "synYperxi" offering support to vulnerable populations, and during the Pandemic he collaborated with Alzheimer Athens supporting caregivers of people with dementia via Online Counselling. Furthermore, he is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Person-Centered and Experiential Approach Professionals and the European Psychotherapy Association.

- Before engaging in psychotherapy, he studied, worked and lived abroad for most a decade. His first degree was in Engineering Mathematics at the University of Bristol (BEng) graduating with First-Class Honours, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics Education at the University of Oxford (PGCE). He then worked as a teacher in various institutions in England, Australia and Berlin, with a particular emphasis on democratic education

- Why work together? He thinks he's sensitive, trustworthy, and open to what he hears. However, there's no better way to find out if you're a good match than meeting in person (or Online via Videocall)

Lyrarakis Konstantinos has a private practice in Pallini, Attica. He holds a diploma as a Mental Health Counselor from the Athens Synthesis Centre, recognized by the internationally renowned Counselling and Psychotherapy Organization COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland). He has been awarded the "COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate," recognized by Napier University of Edinburgh. He has completed a one-year training program focused on Parent-Adolescent relationships. He has extensive experience working with couple relationships aimed at finding solutions. He has contributed articles to an online health newspaper, offering opinions and solutions on contemporary issues. He has authored and published a book related to relationships. He collaborates with companies to address issues concerning employee relationships and communication. He organizes and delivers seminars for company executives with the goal of improving workplace communication. He applies an approach tailored to the needs of executives. Focused on improving relationships, he develops communication methods at the workplace, family, and individual levels. He implements an integrative therapeutic model, identifying the needs of each individual. With acceptance, non-judgment, and empathy, he accompanies the client on their journey of personal development. Targeting the strengthening of mental and overall physical health, he supports clients in managing their fears and concerns. His areas of practice include anxiety management, separation, low self-esteem, depression, panic attacks, employee relations, support and empowerment for business executives, family businesses, succession management, and more. He offers individual and couples therapy daily at his private office. Online sessions are also available.

Spanoudakis Stratos is a Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Chania. He completed studies in Synthetic Counseling as well as Couples Therapy and Synthetic Psychotherapy at the Athens Synthesis Center. He also trained in Synthetic Group Psychotherapy at the same center. He has experience providing voluntary support on the online platform "Míla Mou" as well as the NGO "Synýparxi". Finally, he specializes in anger management and in panic attacks - phobias.

Mani Eva Mental is a Mental Health Counselor with academic training in Psychology and education in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), systemic, gestalt, and multicultural approaches.

In her work, she focuses on building a trusting and respectful relationship, offering a safe space where you can speak openly without judgment or pressure. She has completed professional seminars and training programs in family therapy, as well as in relationship and emotional support. She works with individuals who wish to better understand themselves, their relationships, and everyday life challenges.

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.

Maria Filippou is a Mental Health Counselor and Dance-Movement Psychotherapist. She graduated from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Department of Psychology, with a specialization in Psychology and holds a specialization in the Psychodynamic Jungian Approach through Dance Therapy from the Psychotherapy through the Arts center. Among other qualifications, she has been trained in the Laban Movement Analysis system, symbols and archetypes according to Jungian analytical theory, and dance therapy techniques such as Authentic Movement, Active Imagination, and Guided Imagery. As part of lifelong learning, she continues her studies with postgraduate seminars of E.P.I.P.S.Y. <>, and <>. She participated in dance therapy groups with migrant women at the Salvation Army in 2022 and has been a member of the newly established NGO OpenPaths Athens since 2023. At the core of her philosophy and therapeutic approach lies the concept of the inseparable unity of mind, spirit, and body.

Anna Xanioti is a Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist specializing in the Person-Centered Approach. She trained in the 4-year experiential program "Person-Centered Roots" at the College of Humanistic Studies ICPS in Athens. She is a certified Psychotherapist accredited by the European Association of Psychotherapy (EAP) and holds the European Certificate of Psychotherapy (ECP). She ensures her professional development through continuous supervision, therapy, and participation in seminars and conferences. Her areas of interest include the integration of contemporary neuroscience with psychotherapy, developmental trauma and its impact on personal relationships, psychoemotional care of women during menopause, and encounter and personal development groups.

Markou Anni is a Mental Health Counselor - Synthetic Approach Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Marousi. She is specialized in Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, and Psychodynamic approaches. She holds a master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of East London and has specialized in couples therapy. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well as the Hellenic Society for Counselling & Psychotherapy. With initial studies in Business Administration at the Hellenic Open University, she has accumulated extensive experience working in human resources and organizational management departments, where she quickly recognized the significant role of psychological issues affecting people in their daily lives, as well as the ways they manage their personality traits. With a primary goal of continuous education and professional development, she consistently attends training courses, seminars, conferences, and workshops. Currently, she is continuing her studies in Psychology (BSc Psychology) at the European University Cyprus. Her practice handles cases of generalized anxiety, panic disorder, insomnia, phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, grief, addictions, self-esteem issues, psychosomatic problems, and communication difficulties at personal or professional levels. Lastly, she conducts couples therapy sessions addressing issues concerning the relationship of the couple.

   Ονομάζομαι Γιώργος Βαφειάδης και εργάζομαι ως ψυχαναλυτικός ψυχοθεραπευτής στην Κατερίνη, όπου διατηρώ ιδιωτικό γραφείο από το 2024, ενώ δέχομαι θεραπευόμενους ιδιωτικά από το 2020.

  Είμαι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Κοινωνικής Διοίκησης του Δημοκρίτειου Πανεπιστημίου Θράκης και εργάστηκα για περίπου τρία χρόνια ως στον Διεθνή Οργανισμό Μετανάστευσης. Εκεί απέκτησα σημαντική κλινική εμπειρία εργαζόμενος με ευάλωτες ομάδες και κυρίως με ψυχιατρικά περιστατικά, σε συνθήκες που μου έδωσαν βαθιά κατανόηση της ανθρώπινης δυσκολίας και ανθεκτικότητας.

  Στη συνέχεια ολοκλήρωσα το μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα στη Συμβουλευτική Ψυχολογία και τη Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεία στο University of East London (UEL), όπου εκπαιδεύτηκα σε διαφορετικά ψυχοθεραπευτικά μοντέλα, όπως η γνωστική–συμπεριφορική, η προσωποκεντρική, η ψυχαναλυτική και η συστημική προσέγγιση. Η εκπαίδευση αυτή μου έδωσε τη δυνατότητα να εργάζομαι συνθετικά και να προσαρμόζω τη θεραπεία στις ανάγκες κάθε ανθρώπου. Στο πλαίσιο του μεταπτυχιακού πραγματοποίησα κλινική πρακτική ατομικής ψυχοθεραπείας υπό εποπτεία.

  Η βασική μου εκπαίδευση είναι στην ψυχαναλυτική ψυχοθεραπεία, την οποία ακολούθησα μέσα από την πενταετή εκπαίδευσή μου στην Ελληνική Εταιρεία Αναλυτικής Ομαδικής και Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας. Η εκπαίδευση περιλάμβανε θεωρητική κατάρτιση στην ψυχανάλυση και στις αντικειμενότροπες σχέσεις, προσωπική ψυχοθεραπεία, εποπτεία περιστατικών και κλινική εμπειρία σε ψυχιατρικό πλαίσιο.

  Η ψυχαναλυτική προσέγγιση αποτελεί τον βασικό άξονα της δουλειάς μου, καθώς εστιάζει στην κατανόηση των βαθύτερων αιτίων των δυσκολιών και όχι μόνο στην αντιμετώπιση των συμπτωμάτων. Παράλληλα αξιοποιώ στοιχεία και από άλλες προσεγγίσεις, όταν αυτό κρίνεται χρήσιμο για τον θεραπευόμενο.

  Στο γραφείο μου εργάζομαι με ενήλικες, ζευγάρια και οικογένειες, καλύπτοντας ένα ευρύ φάσμα δυσκολιών. Παιδιά κάτω των 13 ετών βλέπω μόνο στο πλαίσιο οικογενειακής θεραπείας, όπου συνδυάζω ψυχαναλυτική και συστημική προσέγγιση.

  Στη θεραπεία δίνω ιδιαίτερη έμφαση στη δημιουργία ενός ασφαλούς χώρου όπου ο άνθρωπος μπορεί να μιλήσει ελεύθερα χωρίς φόβο κριτικής. Μέσα από τη θεραπευτική διαδικασία επιδιώκω ο θεραπευόμενος να κατανοήσει σε βάθος τον εαυτό του και τις σχέσεις του, να αποκτήσει μεγαλύτερη εσωτερική ηρεμία και να μπορέσει να προχωρήσει σε ουσιαστικές αλλαγές στη ζωή του.

  Πιστεύω ότι μέσα από τη βαθύτερη κατανόηση του εαυτού, κάποια από τα προβλήματα που μας απασχολούν υποχωρούν, κάποια άλλα μειώνονται, ενώ ορισμένα χρειάζεται να τα αποδεχτούμε ως κομμάτι του εαυτού μας. Η θεραπεία οδηγεί σταδιακά σε πιο ουσιαστικές σχέσεις, μεγαλύτερη συναισθηματική ισορροπία και πιο ώριμες αποφάσεις.

  Το ενδιαφέρον μου για την κατανόηση του ανθρώπου ξεκίνησε από νωρίς και συνδέεται με μια γενικότερη ανάγκη να εμβαθύνω στη φύση του ανθρώπου και των σχέσεων. Από νεαρή ηλικία με απασχολούσαν ζητήματα ψυχολογίας, φιλοσοφίας και ιστορίας, ενώ η πρώτη μου επαφή με την ψυχαναλυτική σκέψη έγινε ήδη από την εφηβεία. Η αναζήτηση αυτή συνεχίζεται μέχρι σήμερα και αποτελεί βασικό στοιχείο τόσο της προσωπικής όσο και της επαγγελματικής μου πορείας.

  Παράλληλα έχω παρακολουθήσει πλήθος σεμιναρίων σχετικών με την ψυχοπαθολογία, τις ανθρώπινες σχέσεις, τη γονεϊκότητα και τη διαχείριση του άγχους, ενώ συνεχίζω την εκπαίδευσή μου στο αντικείμενο της ψυχολογίας.

Vallianatou Danai is a mental health counsellor. Her private practice is located in Ymittos. She holds Bachelor Degree in Psychology, by the American College of Greece, Post-graduate Diploma in Person Centered Approach by the Counselling Department of University of Strathclyde, Glasgow as well as training in Person – Centered Psychotherapy through the European Association of Psychotherapy. She has worked as an HR Manager as well as Coordinator of humanitarian programs in PRAKSIS NGO. She provides individual counseling and psychotherapy services for adults, group parenting counseling and group personal development counseling She has particular expertise in anxiety, self-esteem, depression, loss and bereavement, sexual orientation, gender identity, relationship difficulties and parenting difficulties. Sessions can also be held in English

Zampouni Vasiliki - Ioanna is a Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapist who maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. She has completed studies in Biothymic Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and counseling at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy & Counseling, as well as in Synthetic Counseling at the Tree of Therapy. Additionally, she has undertaken studies in Human Loss - Grief and in Anxiety - Depression, Psychoeducation, and Management at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is a member of the Hellenic Counseling Association and the British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy. As a Mental Health Counselor and Hypnosis Psychotherapist, she provides specialized services that assist individuals in overcoming personal and emotional challenges, thereby improving their quality of life. With numerous studies and certifications in the field of mental health, she offers a comprehensive approach that integrates techniques such as biothymic psychotherapy, clinical hypnosis, and synthetic counseling.

Η Τσελεμπή Μαίρη είναι επαγγελματίας με πολυετή και ποικίλη γνώση και εμπειρία τόσο στον τομέα της ψυχολογίας όσο και της εκπαίδευσης. Σπούδασε αρχικά γλωσσολογία στο Πανεπιστήμιο του Brighton στο Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο και κατέχει μεταπτυχιακούς τίτλους στη διδασκαλία των Αγγλικών για ενηλίκους και παιδιά και για επιχειρήσεις. Το ενδιαφέρον της για την κοινωνιογλωσσολογία και την ψυχογλωσσολογία, και η εμπειρία της στη διδασκαλία μαθητών με μαθησιακές δυσκολίες, υπήρξαν καθοριστικοί παράγοντες στην απόφασή της να ακολουθήσει τον δρόμο της ψυχικής υγείας.

Με την πάροδο του χρόνου, ανέπτυξε ένα βαθύ ενδιαφέρον για την ανθρώπινη ψυχολογία, που την οδήγησε σε περαιτέρω σπουδές στη συμβουλευτική και ψυχοθεραπεία. Ολοκλήρωσε την εκπαίδευσή της στο Mediterranean College από όπου αποφοίτησε ως σύμβουλος ψυχικής υγείας και εκπαιδεύτηκε για 4 χρόνια στη συστημική προσέγγιση στο Ινστιτούτο Συστημικής Θεραπείας Θεσσαλονίκης. Επιπλέον, έχει παρακολουθήσει διετές πρόγραμμα εισαγωγής στην ψυχανάλυση από την Ψυχαναλυτική Εταιρεία Θράκης, καθώς και σεμινάρια πάνω στη διαχείριση διαζυγίων από το ΕΚΠΑ και έχει προσφέρει εθελοντική εργασία στην Εταιρία Κοινωνικής Ψυχιατρικής Π. Σακελλαρόπουλος και στο Κέντρο Στήριξης Παιδιού και Οικογένειας των Παιδικών Χωριών SOS στην Αλεξανδρούπολη, συμβάλλοντας ενεργά στην υποστήριξη ευάλωτων ομάδων.

Είναι ενεργό μέλος της Συστημικής Εταιρείας Βορείου Ελλάδος (ΣΕΒΕ) και της European Family Therapy, συνεχίζοντας να εμβαθύνει τις γνώσεις και δεξιότητές της. Τέλος, πιστεύοντας στην παράλληλη προσωπική ανάπτυξη και ψυχική ευεξία του θεραπευτή, ώστε να μπορεί να παρέχει την απαραίτητη κατανόηση και ενσυναίσθηση προς τους θεραπευόμενους, έχει δεσμευτεί και η ίδια σε μακρά προσωπική θεραπεία.

Υπηρεσίες:

• Ατομική συμβουλευτική
• Συμβουλευτική ζεύγους
• Συμβουλευτική γονέων
• Συμβουλευτική ομάδων

Υποστήριξη και διαχείριση δυσκολιών όπως:

• Κατάθλιψη
• Αγχώδεις διαταραχές
• Κρίσεις πανικού
• Διαχείριση θυμού
• Δυσκολίες στην επικοινωνία ζευγαριών/οικογένειας
• Σχέσεις γονέων-παιδιών
• Πένθος
• Διαζύγιο