Irene Papadakis
Counseling Psychologist and Therapist
Available for new clients
I’m a Counseling Psychologist offering my guidance and support through the path of self-discovery. Together, we will explore the challenges you face and work collaboratively to improve your quality of life.
I specialize in:
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated1080+ sessions on It's Complicated
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 12 hours
About me
I'm currently living in Athens, Greece, and as an expat, I've had the unique opportunity to broaden my horizons both personally and as a mental health professional.
With over 8 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults in various educational and therapeutic settings. My background includes leading group sessions and providing individualized support, allowing me to connect with clients on different levels.
My main goal is to empower each person I work with, ensuring they feel valued, heard, and cared for. I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and thrive, and I'm here to support you on that journey.
I offer sessions in both Spanish and English, and I also have basic proficiency in Greek to accommodate diverse backgrounds.
If you're interested in working together, please feel free to send me a message. I’d love to arrange an initial "get to know you" meeting at a time that works for both of us.
With over 8 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults in various educational and therapeutic settings. My background includes leading group sessions and providing individualized support, allowing me to connect with clients on different levels.
My main goal is to empower each person I work with, ensuring they feel valued, heard, and cared for. I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and thrive, and I'm here to support you on that journey.
I offer sessions in both Spanish and English, and I also have basic proficiency in Greek to accommodate diverse backgrounds.
If you're interested in working together, please feel free to send me a message. I’d love to arrange an initial "get to know you" meeting at a time that works for both of us.
I speak:
EnglishSpanish
Location:
Athens, Greece
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
EFT: Emotionally focused therapyRecommended for couples or individuals who want to strengthen emotional connections in relationships by exploring feelings and attachment.
Systemic ApproachRecommended for those who want to look at how different systems—like family, work, or society—affect their behavior and relationships.
As an integrative psychologist, I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. In our sessions, we will explore past difficult experiences, present concerns, and your hopes for the future.
I want to emphasize that therapy can be challenging; it may feel uncomfortable and exhausting at times as we revisit and discover new parts of yourself. However, it is through this process of self-discovery that you can expand your mind and give your experiences new meaning and understanding.
If you would like to work together, please reach out to schedule a free online consultation session. This will give us a chance to get to know each other and discuss how I can best support you.
Note to self: You are already taking the first step towards taking care of yourself! You are already doing better than yesterday.
I want to emphasize that therapy can be challenging; it may feel uncomfortable and exhausting at times as we revisit and discover new parts of yourself. However, it is through this process of self-discovery that you can expand your mind and give your experiences new meaning and understanding.
If you would like to work together, please reach out to schedule a free online consultation session. This will give us a chance to get to know each other and discuss how I can best support you.
Note to self: You are already taking the first step towards taking care of yourself! You are already doing better than yesterday.
Experience
1080+ sessions on It's Complicated
2014- Presenter in Deree Psychology Symposium –
Speaker’s Accent Effect on Interpersonal Evaluations
2017- Conducted Deree Counselling Center Workshop-
Intimacy: The Art of Romantic Relationships
2018- Co-Counselor leader for Group therapy for college
Students
2018-Thesis: Helping Helpers Heal: Predicting Vicarious
Traumatization among Mental Health Professionals working
with Refugee Populations.
2018- Poster symposium-ISPCAN XXII International
Congress on Child Abuse and Neglect. Prague, Czech
Republic.
2018-Mental Health and Refugees Conference and
Workshop by Humanity crew
2018- Intern at the Wellness Center and Optimal Learning Center for Private School in Athens
2019-Poster symposium - International Convention of
Psychological Science-Poster symposium. Paris, France.
2019- IAGP INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONGRESS: Η
ομαδα ως μωσαικο διαφορων πολιτισμων και εθικοτιητων.
Volos, Greece.
2020- Certificate of participation in AMLE- Thoughtfully
applying SEL and Restorative Principles during and after
COVID-19
2020- Certificate of Academic Studies- Training Program requirement for Counseling Children and Adolescents. Accredited by IAOTH
2018-2022 Working in a private educational institution
2021-Present Private Practioner
Speaker’s Accent Effect on Interpersonal Evaluations
2017- Conducted Deree Counselling Center Workshop-
Intimacy: The Art of Romantic Relationships
2018- Co-Counselor leader for Group therapy for college
Students
2018-Thesis: Helping Helpers Heal: Predicting Vicarious
Traumatization among Mental Health Professionals working
with Refugee Populations.
2018- Poster symposium-ISPCAN XXII International
Congress on Child Abuse and Neglect. Prague, Czech
Republic.
2018-Mental Health and Refugees Conference and
Workshop by Humanity crew
2018- Intern at the Wellness Center and Optimal Learning Center for Private School in Athens
2019-Poster symposium - International Convention of
Psychological Science-Poster symposium. Paris, France.
2019- IAGP INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONGRESS: Η
ομαδα ως μωσαικο διαφορων πολιτισμων και εθικοτιητων.
Volos, Greece.
2020- Certificate of participation in AMLE- Thoughtfully
applying SEL and Restorative Principles during and after
COVID-19
2020- Certificate of Academic Studies- Training Program requirement for Counseling Children and Adolescents. Accredited by IAOTH
2018-2022 Working in a private educational institution
2021-Present Private Practioner
Education
2019- Masters in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy. The American College of Greece–Athens, Greece
2015-BA/BSc Psychology, Open University Validated (UK). The American College of Greece–Athens, Greece
2015-BA/BSc Psychology, Open University Validated (UK). The American College of Greece–Athens, Greece
Cost
Free 15 minute introductory call
Individual Session
€70
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated1080+ sessions on It's Complicated
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Usually responds within 12 hours
Usually responds within 12 hours