The Scientific Team of Athens Behavior Clinic Stavropoulos MD, PhD & Partners
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Meet Our Team
Eleni G. Afouxenidou BSc, MSc
Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Eléni Afouxenídou is a licensed psychologist and a psychotherapist in training, specializing in Systemic Therapy (Logos Psychis – SANE). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Sheffield and a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy from Deree – The American College of Greece.
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She has experience working in mental health settings, providing support to adults, adolescents, and children. Her approach focuses on building an authentic therapeutic relationship grounded in acceptance, empathy, and trust
Eleni places a strong emphasis on inclusion and approaches each individual with respect for their personal story, life experiences, and the way they give meaning to themselves and the world around them. She is particularly sensitive to issues of gender, identity, and visibility, and has conducted research on the mental resilience of LGBTQ+ individuals in Greece.
Alongside her professional work, she is actively involved in the field of volunteering. She has collaborated with organizations such as Humanlinks, the Day Center for Adolescents “PLOES”, PRAKSIS, METAaction, and Athens Pride.
She continuously engages in personal therapy and supervision, considering individual psychotherapy as a cornerstone of her professional development.
Art serves as a meaningful means of expression and reflection in her life, and she often integrates creative elements into the therapeutic process. She remains committed to ongoing training, enriching her practice with contemporary and experiential approaches.
Aikaterini A. Evangelopoulou, BSc, MSc
Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Aikaterini A. Evangelopoulou holds a degree in Psychology from Canterbury Christ Church University and has specialized in Clinical Psychology at the University of Essex.
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She has a strong and up-to-date academic background, having attended seminars and conferences at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens on contemporary research in Psychopathology and the principles of Psychotherapy. She has completed her clinical practice with Distinction, working with adult populations at the Dromokaiteio Psychiatric Hospital (Tarsi Department), as well as in a specialized intervention center for children and adolescents (Atypical Center). At the same time, she is training in Existential Psychotherapy, a therapeutic approach that helps individuals explore the deeper meaning of their lives, develop a more positive attitude toward the responsibilities they are called to undertake, and focus on meaningful personal growth and an authentic relationship with themselves.
Eirini K. Kottaridi, BSc, MSc
Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Eirini K. Kottaridi graduated with honors from the Department of Psychology at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences in Athens. She also received a certification of advanced training in both Cognitive and Family Psychotherapy from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
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As part of her studies, she attended courses at Université Lumière Lyon 2 in France and completed internships at the Child Psychiatry Department of the Chalandri Mental Health Center (General Hospital of Athens – G. Gennimatas) and at the International School of Ghent in Belgium, working with children and adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
She has also volunteered at the 16th World Conference on Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapy & Counseling in Athens, as well as in the community awareness program on human trafficking organized by the Cross Culture International Foundation in Marsaxlokk, Malta.
Eirini is certified in administering various psychometric tools, including: 1) The Athena Test for diagnosing learning difficulties in children and adolescents 2) Ariston Candidates Career Guidance Test for teens and adults 3) WISC-V and WAIS-IV for measuring intelligence and cognitive abilities in children, adolescents, and adults 4) ADOS, ADI-R, and PAIS for diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders 5) Children’s drawing assessment and interpretation tools
She is currently completing her Master's degree in Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapy and Counseling at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), while also training in the same therapeutic approach. The Person-Centered approach is a humanistic psychotherapy method that focuses on the individual as the central agent in the therapeutic process. It is based on the belief that every person has an innate tendency toward self-actualization and personal growth. Through a genuine therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard, therapy provides a safe environment for clients to explore their emotions, discover themselves, and reach their full potential.
Eirini has extensive experience working in the private sector in the field of mental health, supporting adults, children, adolescents, and families. She has attended numerous seminars on topics such as stress management, LGBTQ+ mental health, and the use of art as a therapeutic tool. She is also a member of the World Association for Person-Centered & Experiential Psychotherapy & Counseling (WAPCEPC) and has been a keynote speaker at a seminar on how parents can help their children manage their emotions.
Theodora D. Lazari BA, MSc
Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Theodora D. Lazari is a psychologist and a trained psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology with distinction from the Open University of London and went on to complete her Master’s degree with honors in Clinical Psychology at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. She holds a professional license to practice as a psychologist in Greece.
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She has experience supporting individuals going through grief, both through individual sessions and by coordinating therapeutic groups. As part of Utrecht University's Wellbeing Week, she designed and implemented an experiential workshop focusing on acknowledging and accepting loss, as well as on the "normalization" of grief, aiming to reduce social stigma and enhance empathy.
She completed the intensive course "Psychodiagnostics: Theory and Skills Training" at Utrecht University Summer School, gaining knowledge and skills in psychodiagnostic assessment. She also recently completed a certified seminar at the University of Patras titled "Autism: Understanding, Education, and Intervention," focusing on the needs and interventions for individuals on the autism spectrum. Currently, she is training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy at the Hellenic Society for Cognitive Behavioral Studies.
Theodora believes that the therapeutic relationship is a catalyst for personal growth and that, with support and empathy, every person can activate their inner strengths and move toward change at their own pace and rhythm.
She is committed to continuous professional development, personal growth, and regular supervision in order to provide therapeutic work with responsibility and scientific integrity.
Foteini G. Leivaditi, BSc, MSc
Child Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Fotini G. Leivaditi is a psychologist and psychotherapist, holding a degree in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). She also holds a degree in Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology from NKUA, as well as a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology and Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy.
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With over 25 years of professional experience in both the public and private sectors, she specializes in the emotional and psychological support of children and adolescents. She also focuses on empowering parental roles and providing guidance and support to educators. Fotini is certified in administering various psychometric assessments, including: The ATHENA Test for diagnosing learning difficulties, Tools for assessing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), EDEPPE, which evaluates interpersonal and intrapersonal adjustment in children and adolescents, The ARISTON Candidates career guidance test, The WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children), Raven’s Progressive Matrices, which measures intelligence in children aged 4-12. Additionally, she is a certified trainer and facilitator of parent and adolescent groups. For the past decade, she has been working in a private school in the southern suburbs of Athens (in both primary and secondary education), providing parental counseling, learning difficulties assessment, and career guidance testing for adolescents. She also designs and implements prevention and emotional education programs, as well as other initiatives aimed at promoting the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents and supporting their families.
Ria I. Panousopoulou, BSc, MSc
Psychologist – Psychotherapist
Ria I. Panousopoulou is a certified Psychologist and Psychotherapist, specialized in both the Person – Centered Approach (PCA) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Psychology with distinction from the University of Central Lancashire, UK, as well as a professional license to practice psychology. Additionally, she has completed a four-year program in Applied Arts at Middlesex University of London and holds a specialization in Art and Color Psychology from London Guildhall University.
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She has conducted scientific research focusing on the elderly and their quality of life in geriatric care settings:
- “The effectiveness of a PCΑ intervention in promoting QoL and reducing depression and anxiety in a sample of elderly residents in Greece.”
- “The role of anxiety, satisfaction with nursing services, and social support in predicting geriatric depression in a sample of elderly in Greece.”
Ria holds a specialization from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in geriatric care and mental health treatment for older adults. She has extensive professional experience in elderly care units, including:
- Elderly Hospitality Center, Retsina, Koropi (2017)
- Elderly Care Unit, Kallistos, Chalandri (2020)
- Geriatric Center “Delphi”, Glyfada (2022)
She is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Vari, Attica. To this day, she remains actively engaged in continuing education through seminars, workshops, and clinical training on personal and professional relationship issues.
A Few Words from the Psychologist
Mood and behavioral difficulties often arise throughout life, shaped by early life experiences and the conditions of our upbringing. These, combined with later adult experiences, play a key role in the formation of our emotional and psychological world. Family history may also predispose us to certain mood patterns that we are called upon to understand and manage. By exploring the unique and multifaceted nature of each individual, we are not just striving for survival, but to fully experience and enjoy our personal life journey.
My therapeutic goal is to support people in becoming emotionally empowered and resilient enough to follow their own path, redefine their boundaries, and reconnect with themselves and their environment — feeling whole in the unique way they desire.
Psychiatrist – Psychotherapist – Founder – Scientific Director
Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with proven experience in medical practice.
Specialized in Behavioral Therapy (EPIPSY & EKEPSYE), Psychosomatic Medicine, Adult ADHD, Adult Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Personality Studies, Addictions, Mood, Psychotic, and Anxiety Disorders, Neurodiversity, and Psychopharmacology.
Medical professional holding a Medical Degree and a PhD with a focus on Personality in relation to Psychosomatic Medicine (Atherosclerosis & Personality Traits) from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
People often find themselves wondering or asking, “Can a person’s character truly change?” The answer is undoubtedly yes. It changes over time, shaped by both external and internal experiences. I believe that the goal of therapy is to accelerate the development of positive changes while preventing or delaying the adoption of harmful patterns.
The Steps of Your Personal Journey
Stage 1
History Taking – Clinical Assessment
The initial interview aims to gather specific information about the client’s current situation, as well as their relationships with significant others over time. This assessment helps the therapist gain a better understanding of the client’s personal history and can serve as a tool for evaluating progress throughout therapy.
Stage 2
Development of the Therapeutic Plan
The therapy plan outlines the therapeutic goals, aiming to achieve them collaboratively. These goals are co-created by the therapist and the client. Each plan is unique and tailored to the individual needs of every client.
Stage 3
Psychotherapy Implementation
Throughout the sessions, the therapist may use various strategies or techniques, selecting those that best align with the chosen therapeutic approach and suit the client’s goals and needs. The focus remains on effectively supporting the client throughout their journey.
This is Where Your Journey of Change Begins
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