It's Complicated

Katerina Petropoulou

Klinische Psychologin

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Support is offered to individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress through a collaborative, structured approach. Sessions are tailored to each person’s needs.

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Athens, GriechenlandVerfügbar online und per Text-Chat
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Über mich

I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a background in Clinical Psychology (Leiden University, MSc) and Psychology (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, BSc). My clinical training focused on supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and relationship challenges. Currently, I’m deepening my expertise through postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while integrating elements from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic thinking. My approach is warm, collaborative, and reflective, helping you make sense of your emotional world and find new ways to relate to yourself and others with compassion and clarity. Alongside my clinical work, I’ve been involved in community and volunteer projects promoting psychological resilience and empowerment. These include supporting children in protective care with The Smile of the Child and participating as a trainer in the women’s empowerment program WOMENTORS, organized by the Lambrakis Foundation. My experiences working and training across Europe have nurtured a deep appreciation for diversity and the many ways people find healing and meaning. I believe therapy is a space for exploration and emotional connection, a place where you can be met with empathy and curiosity, and where your story can unfold safely. I’m particularly drawn to working with individuals navigating emotional intensity, self-criticism, or past experiences of loss or trauma. Together, we can work toward greater self-understanding, emotional balance, and a sense of inner growth that feels authentic to you.

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EnglischGriechisch

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Athens, Griechenland

Ansatz

Behandlungsansätze
Klinische PsychologieEmpfohlen für diejenigen, die Hilfe bei der Diagnose und Behandlung komplexerer psychischer Probleme benötigen, dessen Behandlung häufig Gutachten und evidenzbasierte Methoden umfasst.
KVT: Kognitive VerhaltenstherapieEmpfohlen für diejenigen, die nach praktischer Unterstützung suchen, um nicht dienliche Denk- und Verhaltensweisen zu ändern.
Psychodynamische TherapieEmpfohlen für diejenigen, die ihre Gefühle tiefgründig erforschen wollen und verstehen möchten, wie frühe Erfahrungen ihr gegenwärtiges Leben prägen.
My approach to therapy is integrative and evidence-based, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and enriched by elements from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic perspectives. I see therapy as a space where structure and emotional exploration meet — a place to understand your experiences, uncover the patterns that shape them, and gently work toward lasting change. In our sessions, we’ll move at your pace, balancing insight with practical tools. Together, we’ll look at how your thoughts, emotions, and relationships interact, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others with greater understanding and compassion. While CBT helps bring clarity and structure to change, I also draw on emotion-focused and relational work to help you connect more deeply with what you feel and need beneath the surface. At the heart of my work is empathy, authenticity, and curiosity. I believe therapy is not only about reducing distress but about rediscovering a sense of wholeness, learning to feel more grounded, resilient, and aligned with yourself. Each person’s story is unique, and my goal is to meet you where you are, creating a safe and supportive space for growth and self-discovery.

Erfahrung

As part of postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology at Leiden University in the Netherlands, clinical work was conducted under professional supervision, providing psychological assessment and therapeutic support to university students. This experience strengthened clinical sensitivity and the ability to apply evidence-based approaches in a flexible, person-centred way. In Greece, ongoing volunteer work with Milamou.gr involves offering free psychological support to individuals experiencing emotional difficulties, stress, and life transitions. This role has reinforced the importance of accessible mental health care and the value of trust and genuine connection within the therapeutic relationship. Professional experience also includes an internship at the Second Chance School in Kalamata, working with adult learners in both individual and group settings. The focus was on emotional resilience, stress management, and personal development within a supportive educational environment. Earlier experience with The Smile of the Child in Athens involved providing emotional support to children under protective care in hospital settings. This work highlighted the central role of empathy, emotional safety, and presence in effective psychological support.

Ausbildung

A Master of Science in Clinical Psychology was completed at Leiden University in the Netherlands, graduating with honors. Master’s research focused on the role of eye contact in parent–adolescent relationships and its links to depression, self-esteem, and behavioral patterns, deepening an understanding of how emotional connection and relationships influence mental health. Prior to this, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology was obtained from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, also with honors. Academic training was enriched through participation in Erasmus+ programs across Europe, offering valuable international and cultural perspectives. Undergraduate research explored the effects of multitasking on working memory. Alongside formal education, ongoing involvement in community-based and volunteer initiatives has been an important part of professional development. This includes supporting children through The Smile of the Child, providing free psychological support via Milamou.gr, and contributing to adult education at the Second Chance School in Kalamata. These experiences have strengthened a commitment to accessible, empathetic, and resilience-focused mental health care.

Leistungen

Einzelsitzung

50 € 1 Std Online & Text

Versicherungen

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Auf einen Blick
Athens, GriechenlandVerfügbar online und per Text-Chat
Zuletzt aktiv
Illustration einer lächelnden Sonne, die über einer Wolke hervorlugt und Wärme sowie Positivität symbolisiert, um sich mit dem Therapeuten zu verbinden.
Durchschnittliche Antwortzeit: 2 Stunden
Nächster verfügbarer Termin: May 25