Psychologists in the Western suburbs of Athens

Maggana Panagiota is a Psychologist - Specialist Psychotherapist working privately, offering online sessions in Greek and English. She provides services to individuals living in Greece and abroad. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology (BSc) at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She holds a master's degree (MSc) in Social Psychology from Tilburg University in the Netherlands. Additionally, she specializes through a four-year training program in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provided by the Hellenic Society of Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapy (GACBP).

The therapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy aims to illuminate the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. From early years and throughout a person's life, certain thought patterns as well as cognitive and behavioral "habits" are formed that are not always functional and often lead to dysphoric feelings or complicate our relationship with ourselves or others.

In therapy, the goal is to establish a therapeutic alliance and collaboration to identify these patterns. By setting realistic goals and considering objective environmental challenges, the individual begins to gain self-awareness, practice self-acceptance and self-compassion, and through a range of tools, develops new mechanisms for managing the self, relationships, and everyday situations.

I am a Greek Clinical Psychologist (MSc) - Psychotherapist that has lived in Greece, Italy and Netherlands. During the last years, I have gained a diverse range of clinical experiences working with individuals and families with a variety of mental health and developmental conditions. I completed my BSc in Psychology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, followed by an MSc degree in Clinical Psychology at Utrecht University. To further my professional development, I am getting trained to become a Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist from the Greek Association for Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapies, which is accredited by the European Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies (EABCT). During my Bachelor's Internship at Papanikolaou Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, I participated in group therapy sessions, consisted of individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder and other psychotic disorders. I also gained experience in family and couple therapy, utilizing the systemic approach. During my Master's Internship at the Psychiatric Facilities of the General Hospital of Corfu, I provided psychoeducational interventions to individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia and to their families, as well as one-on-one psychotherapy sessions to individuals struggling with emotional issues. At the same time, I participated in group sessions with individuals hospitalized at the Detox Unit of the clinic, who were struggling with addiction issues. During my working experience at a Dyslexia Center, I provided counseling to parents, as well as I conducted individual sessions with children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, and other developmental disabilities. In addition, I promoted social skills learning through the use of board games, CBT techniques, role-playing, and various psychoeducational materials. My decision to pursue a career as a psychotherapist stems from a profound love for understanding the intricacies of the human soul. This profession brings me immense fulfillment as it allows me to help individuals feel heard, gain deep self-awareness, and piece together the complex puzzles of their lives. Through this process, I assist them in finding meaning and moving closer to a sense of wholeness.

The Kentro Mesini is a Specialized Therapy Center located in Keratsini, with Scientific Director Eva Mesini. The Center is staffed with experienced and specialized Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, a Special Educator, and a Psychologist. More specifically, Ioannis Manafas is a Psychologist with a B.A. (Hons) Double Major in Psychology from York University Toronto, Canada. Additionally, he has completed postgraduate studies (MSc) in International Medicine - Health Crisis Management (Disaster Medicine) Emergency Intervention at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has experience and concurrently serves as a Lecturer and Instructor of Applied Psychology at the American College City Unity. Lastly, he specializes in individual therapy, child psychology, and parental counseling.

Zagari Elpida is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Magoula, Attica, Municipality of Elefsina, and in Nea Ionia, Attica. She holds a degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical and Community Psychology from the University of East London. Additionally, she has completed a training program in School Psychology at the University of the Aegean. Furthermore, she was trained in Integrative Psychotherapy at the Modern Amfiaraia. She possesses significant experience having worked as a Psychologist in nurseries and also provides voluntary services at the Association for the Protection and Care of Victims of Domestic Violence "STIRIXI". She has participated in numerous postgraduate seminars and scientific conferences. Finally, she believes that every individual has the right to mental health, which was one of the main reasons she pursued this profession.

Plafountzis Giorgos is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Peristeri. He studied Psychology at the University of Crete and subsequently completed postgraduate studies in Human Resource Management at the University of Leeds. As a Psychologist, he has worked at the Aeromedical Center and the "Ariadne" Shelter. At Psycho Exelixis, individual psychotherapy and counseling for adults and adolescents are provided, as well as the conduct of seminars on mental health in the workplace.

Lioliou Isidora is a Forensic Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains a private practice in Athens. Since 2025, she has been listed as an expert witness by decision of the Greek Judicial Authority and can provide assistance in adult cases. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, with postgraduate studies in Forensic Psychology (MSc in Forensic Psychology) from the University of Bedfordshire. She possesses significant experience, having worked in various institutions and organizations in Greece and abroad, and has served as a Psychotherapist and assistant psychologist in therapeutic support groups for vulnerable populations, as well as in prisons and rehabilitation centers for former inmates in Greece, Germany, and the United Kingdom, offering support and assistance to these vulnerable groups. The psychotherapeutic method used is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Sessions can also be held in English. Sessions can also be held in English.

Η Σταμέλλου Ιωάννα είναι Ψυχολόγος-Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια με ισχυρό ακαδημαϊκό υπόβαθρο και πολυετή εμπειρία στη Δυαδική και την Ομαδική ψυχοθεραπεία. Απόφοιτος του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών, ολοκλήρωσε τις προπτυχιακές της σπουδές στην Ψυχολογία στο Τμήμα Φιλοσοφίας, Παιδαγωγικής και Ψυχολογίας, ενώ έχει λάβει και το δεύτερο πτυχίο της στην Κλινική Ψυχολογία στο University of Central Lancashire της Αγγλίας. Επιπλέον, έχει λάβει τη μεταπτυχιακή ειδίκευση της ως Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια (Ψυχοδραματίστρια-Κοινωνικοθεραπεύτρια) μετά την τετραετή μετεκπαίδευση της στο Ψυχόδραμα και την Κοινωνικοθεραπεία (Θεραπευτικές Κοινότητες/Ομαδική Ψυχοθεραπεία) που πραγματοποίησε στο Ινστιτούτο Ψυχοδράματος- Κοινωνικοθεραπείας του Ανοικτού Ψυχοθεραπευτικού Κέντρου Αθηνών.

Στο ενεργητικό της συμπεριλαμβάνεται πολυετή εργασιακή εμπειρία στην Δυαδική και την Ομαδική Ψυχοθεραπεία και τις Θεραπευτικές Κοινότητες, καθώς μέσα από τη συμμετοχή της σε αυτές όπως και την οργάνωση κλινικών δράσεων, έχει συμβάλλει ενεργά στην ενδυνάμωση της ψυχικής υγείας και της κοινωνικής ενσωμάτωσης. Σήμερα, πραγματοποιεί ψυχοθεραπευτικές συνεδρίες παιδιών, εφήβων, ενηλίκων και ζευγαριών εστιάζοντας στην ενίσχυση της ψυχολογικής ανθεκτικότητας και της συναισθηματικής ισορροπίας. Συντονίζει ομάδες ψυχοδράματος, προσφέροντας στα άτομα την ευκαιρία να ανακαλύψουν τον εαυτό τους μέσω του αυθορμητισμού και της δημιουργικότητας, αναπτύσσοντας παράλληλα νέες δεξιότητες αποφόρτισης, αυτορρύθμισης, επικοινωνίας και αυτογνωσίας. Η εμπειρία της στην οργάνωση και τον συντονισμό ομάδων την καθιστά ικανή να υποστηρίξει τις ανάγκες διαφορετικών ηλικιακών ομάδων και θεραπευτικών στόχων. Παρέχει επίσης, υπηρεσίες συμβουλευτικής και ψυχολογικής υποστήριξης για άτομα τόσο τυπικής όσο και μη τυπικής ανάπτυξης (αναπτυξιακές διαταραχές), εστιάζοντας στην ενίσχυση των συναισθηματικών και κοινωνικών τους δεξιοτήτων και της προσωπικής τους εξέλιξης.

    Λαμβάνει συνεχιζόμενη επαγγελματική κατάρτιση μέσα από τη συστηματική συμμετοχή της σε εξειδικευμένα επιστημονικά συνέδρια, ημερίδες και σεμινάρια με αντικείμενο την ψυχοεκπαιδευτική εξέλιξη, την ομαδική ανάλυση και την ψυχοδυναμική προσέγγιση, καθώς έχει παρακολουθήσει διαλέξεις και επιστημονικές ημερίδες σε συνεργασία με νοσοκομεία, εκπαιδευτικούς οργανισμούς και διεθνείς ενώσεις, όπως η ΕΕΨΕ και η FEPTO.Η συμμετοχή της αυτή στα διεθνή συνέδρια έχει ενισχύσει περαιτέρω την κατανόηση της επίδρασης του ψυχοδράματος σε διαφορετικές πολιτισμικές και κοινωνικές πραγματικότητες εμπλουτίζοντας τη γνώση της για τις σύγχρονες προσεγγίσεις στην ψυχοθεραπεία τόσο στην Ελλάδα όσο και στο εξωτερικό.

Gkerki Georgia is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Cardiff Metropolitan University. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), one of the most scientifically validated psychotherapeutic approaches.

Her aim is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where each individual can freely express themselves, gain deeper self-understanding, and develop practical tools for a more balanced and functional daily life.

She has attended specialized seminars in couples therapy and group analysis, enriching her clinical experience in both individual and group therapeutic settings. In her work, she supports individuals facing issues such as anxiety, depression, phobias, panic attacks, difficulties in anger management, interpersonal relationship problems, and low self-esteem, as well as parents seeking guidance in child-rearing.

She believes that psychotherapy is a journey of collaboration and empowerment, respecting the uniqueness and needs of each person.

Anita Prodromou, always respecting the uniqueness of each individual, is a PhD candidate at the University of Essex in the United Kingdom. She is a Psychologist and has been operating a private practice in Piraeus (near the train and metro station) since 2012. She is a member of the SEPS, BPS, and BACP. She holds a degree in Integrative Counselling with a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Essex. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Counselling from the University of Derby. She is also certified by the BPS as a supervisor of psychology students and professionals. Her approach is Integrative Counselling, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Person-Centered Therapy, always respecting the individual. The focus of the therapeutic process depends on each unique case. Following the initial assessment session, the most appropriate therapeutic approach is selected based on evidence-based research as the most effective method for each individual. Sessions are available for adults, adolescents, young adults, children, families, and couples.

Papailia Rena is a Psychologist - Psychotherapist and maintains her private practice in Keratsini. She holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University and specializes as an Existential-Systemic Psychotherapist at the "Antistixi" Institute. She has undergone postgraduate training in the one-year Special Education program titled "Special Education-Learning Difficulties/Dyslexia" at NKUA and has completed the one-year training in the Postgraduate Program "Couples Therapy" at the Education and Research Institute "Logo Psychis." She has served as a Psychologist - Psychotherapist at the "Logos & Communication" center in Peristeri and has provided private parallel support to a child with Asperger syndrome in schools in Chalandri. In her private practice, she undertakes a variety of cases, tailoring to the needs of each client. Her therapeutic approach seeks the difficulty within relationships rather than the problem within the individual, emphasizing their will to overcome prescribed roles and past experiences that cause distress in the here and now. Care is focused on providing meaning to each person's symptom with trust, understanding, respect, and reverence for their difficulty, walking alongside them to define and effect the change they desire for a healthy relationship with themselves and significant others in their life. After all, in love, there are no ready-made paths; we create them ourselves!

Maria Touliatou is a Psychologist - Systemic Existential Therapist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She studied Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and subsequently graduated from the Psychology Department of the same University. She trained in Systemic-Existential Psychotherapy and Family Therapy for children, adolescents, and adults at the educational and therapeutic center "Antistixi D & E Karagianni." She has attended training sessions and experiential seminars in Play Therapy at the Drama Therapy and Play Therapy Center "Erma," in Adolescent Psychopathology at the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas," as well as in communication techniques with oncology patients at the Anticancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa." Additionally, she has successfully completed the Postgraduate program "Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Family Needs, Promotion of Mental Health of Families with Children and Adolescents" at the Medical School of Athens. She has completed practical training at the Attica Chronic Disease Hospital, in the Psychiatry – Psycho-oncology Service of the Anticancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa," and in the Child Psychiatry Department of the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio." Finally, she works psychotherapeutically with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in her private practice, while maintaining collaborations with therapeutic centers and mental health facilities, participating in and organizing lectures and seminars, and engaging in article writing.

Pasxou Katerina is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She studied Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a postgraduate degree specializing in "Psychoanalysis and Interdisciplinary Research" from the University Paris-Diderot. In recent years, she has trained extensively and has been actively involved in the psychosocial support of vulnerable groups. Over the past six years, she has worked in various organizations in Athens as a Psychologist and/or Coordinator of Psychosocial Services addressed to the adult population, providing individual psychological support as well as empowerment and psychoeducation groups. Currently, she participates in the Clinical Training of the Lacanian Field Psychoanalysis Forum of Athens and works as a Coordinator in an adult psychosocial service in the city center.

Visvardi Konstantina is a Psychologist - Specialist in Systemic & Family Therapy and a regular member of the Hellenic Psychological Society (HPS). She maintains a private practice in Piraeus. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the School of Social Sciences and Education of the University of Cyprus. She continued her training in Systemic Psychotherapy at the Laboratory of Human Relations Research. Her clinical and professional experience began in 2018. Her work included the study and management of children's behavior: observing and conducting research on communicative approach and behavior. In 2021, she continued at the Organization Against Drugs (OKANA) as part of the prevention center, where her role involved preparing and introducing a new group of patients into the program and facilitating the therapeutic group. She is also trained in the trauma treatment method EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Additionally, she has participated as a volunteer providing psychological support services in various NGOs.

Vasilakis Kostis is a licensed Psychologist who offers psychotherapeutic sessions to adolescents and adults. His goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship characterized by empathy and acceptance, where the individual can explore the self and develop innate abilities within a safe and understanding environment.

He has worked in organizations such as the Ministry of Labor and in private therapeutic settings, providing counseling and psychological support, administering psychometric instruments, and collaborating closely with families.

He studied Psychology at the University of Nicosia and Communication at Panteion University. He has been trained in Systemic Therapy and specializes in Person-Centered and Focusing/Experiential Psychotherapy.

Alevizos-Loumitis Andreas is a Psychologist and operates a private practice in Peristeri. He holds a degree in Psychology from Canterbury Christ Church University, has completed postgraduate studies in "Addiction Treatment - Addictology" at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), and has specialized in Mental Health Counseling. He is currently pursuing postgraduate education in Integrative Psychotherapy at 'Modern Amphiareia,' under the auspices of the University of Crete. Following the completion of his undergraduate and postgraduate studies, he has attended numerous continuing education and training programs. He is certified for administering the psychometric tool MMPI-2 by ISON and has been trained in the psychometric assessment scales WISC-V, WAIS-IV, and T.A.T.-C.A.T. In his practice, he manages a wide range of cases, utilizing his experience and focusing on providing the best possible service tailored to the individualized needs of each person.

Kandia Viky is a Psychologist MSc and a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist. She holds a degree in Psychology from Metropolitan College. After completing her undergraduate studies, she pursued postgraduate studies in Clinical and Community Psychology at Metropolitan College, with official recognition of her degree by DOATAP. She has participated in numerous seminars and workshops related to mental health, clinical psychopathology, delinquency, and interpersonal relationships. She has worked in both public and private institutions, gaining experience in issues concerning adult and adolescent psychology. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals can freely express themselves, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and develop new ways to cope with everyday challenges.

Kolisoglou Andreas is a Psychologist and maintains a private practice in Petroupoli. He holds a degree in Psychology from Panteion University. He has voluntarily offered his services to various organizations primarily addressing individuals with disabilities (KESYP Aigaleo, Psychiatric Hospital of Athens Dromokaiteio, Municipality of Petroupoli, VSA Hellas, Special Olympics, Anthropos Elpida Politismos) and has collaborated for five years with the Onassis Foundation’s House of Letters and Arts in seminar cycles aimed at citizens with or without disabilities. He contributed to the creation of the dance group “DAGIPOLI” (2004), and one year later, in cooperation with the municipal authority of Petroupoli, established the morning creative engagement department and the dance-theatre expression department for people with disabilities. In 2010, at the association “Anthropos Elpida Politismos,” he created the expressive movement department, which has participated in several artistic events. In 2018, he took part in a dance-related tribute by Vice Greece titled: The Art of Equality. He has conducted pilot research on the topic: “Embodiment / Ensomatoviosi / Endosomatoviosi of professional Greek dancers with motor disabilities,” part of which was published in the collective volume “Disability and Society” by Tziola Editions. He is a member of the “Panhellenic Psychological Association” and an official collaborator of the psychological support network “Psy-counsellors.” In May 2016, he founded the space Psykapa (psykapa.gr), where psychological services are provided to all interested parties. Specifically, counseling services are offered for children, adolescents, and adults; counseling for people with disabilities; counseling for parents and relatives of people with disabilities; couple and family counseling; cognitive skills assessment and investigation of learning difficulties; as well as administration of psychometric tests.

Psychologist Sampatakaki Dimitra maintains her practice in Haidari, offering specialized psychological support services. She addresses phobias and psychosomatic disorders, while assisting in the improvement of self-esteem and self-image. She provides counseling to parents and children, as well as support in managing anxiety, panic attacks, grief, and sexual disorders. With knowledge and empathy, she stands by those seeking meaningful assistance.