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Katerina Olka

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Psychologist & Systemic Therapist

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Clinical psychologist, systemic psychotherapist / counselor for individuals, couples, families, groups working with adults & children-adolescents since 2011. Yoga instructor, meditator, life coach & mediator.

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At a glance
Athens, GreeceAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 30 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
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About me

My name is Katerina Olka, a Systemic Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I am Greek originally but I speak fluently English and French.I graduated in 2004 from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki as Clinical Psychologist with postgraduate studies in France in Neuropsychology and Learning Disabilities. With great affection and respect to humanity, I continued being trained and have never stopped since now. Important milestone was my training in Systemic Psychotherapy and Somatic Therapy - Yoga & Meditation. Since 2011 I work privately with adults, children/teenagers, couples, families or groups. In the meantime I have been attending several workshops and have worked in public and private sectors as psychologist-counselor-supervisor-educator. Most recently I have been trained as a yoga instructor (vinyasa flow - hatha yoga) and meditator. I keep practicing and evolving in that field together with life coaching and mindfulness. As a zen buddhist practitioner I am embracing my work and life under Zen Buddhism principles.

I speak:

EnglishFrenchGreek

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Location:

114 71 Athens, Greece

Approach

Treatment Approaches
BreathworkRecommended for those who want to use breathing techniques to relax, release tension, and gain more control over their emotions.
Clinical psychologyRecommended for those who need help with diagnosing and treating more complex mental health issues, often involving assessments and evidence-based treatments.
Family therapyRecommended for families who want to resolve conflicts, improve communication, and understand each other better within the family dynamic.
The approach I follow in my practice is inspired and influenced by different techniques and methods, but always under the broader context of systemic therapy and psychotherapy. It is an approach focused mainly on the individual as a complete organism formed by distinct systems (biological, psychological, spiritual), as well as an active participant in a group of people (couples, families, working environments). I work in different settings and there is an enormous flexibility on that (private sessions person to person, couple therapy or mediation, family counseling, adolescent groups, work supervision etc). I am interested in relationships and interactions. My main concern and great belief at the same time is how things are interconnected and interrelated, how small changes can lead to much bigger ones. Illuminating areas hidden in the darkness for a long time, lead to an awareness awakening and consciousness broader understanding, indispensable tools for our everyday lives and existence nowadays. My holistic view on daily life has led to integrate in my work more somatic and spiritual techniques. Yoga practice adjustable to all levels and body needs, as well as meditation methods and breathing exercises are also included in my therapeutic tool case with a positive feedback and acknowledgment.

Experience

Private practice from 01/2011 till now as a systemic psychotherapist - counselor & yoga instructor - meditator Working as a clinical psychologist for the Polyclinic of the World of the World in Greece Working as a systemic supervisor and professor in private universities Working as a child psychologist and learning disabilities facilitator in public and private sectors Working as a family counselor and a career counselor in schools

Education

2021 Yoga & Meditation training 2011 Systemic psychotherapy and counseling 2006 Postgraduate degree on Neuropsychology and Learning Disabilities 2004 Graduate degree in Psychology

Services

Intro Call

Free 30 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

€50 1 hr Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€40 1 hr Online & In-person

Couples Session

€60 1 hr Online & In-person

Group Session

€90 1 hr 30 min Online & In-person

Family Session

€60 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private PayPrivate InsurancePublic InsuranceReimbursement
At a glance
Athens, GreeceAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 30 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 12 hours
Next available: May 25