Edinburgh, London & Online Psychotherapist, Psychologist, Neurofeedback Coach and Philosophical Counsellor    

Life 

Born in a historical and exquisitely beautiful part of Greece, I was fortunate to grow up on an unspoilt organic farm. I spent my weekends on the farm as a shepherd, wandering for countless hours under the vast and beautiful blue sky, and crossing rivers and luscious fir tree forests with my goats, dogs and horses. This was a formative experience that cultivated, since an early age, a strong connection and a deep sense of wonder and appreciation for nature and the more-than-human world. Curiosity, inquisitiveness and a thirst for knowledge have always been qualities that characterised me. Having access to an extensive family library, that was filled with perennial and seminal works of philosophy, psychology and spirituality, gave me the opportunity to educate myself to the worlds of knowledge and wisdom. This education helped me to endure the despair and trauma that I experienced growing up in a dysfunctional family but most importantly, it allowed me to make sense of suffering both on a personal and a collective level.

As I came of age, I embarked on a journey (…which is ongoing and always deepening) of healing and intense soul searching. A journey that took me to many different places, as I travelled around the world to meet and learn from inspirational healers and teachers from various healing and spiritual practices. Healing myself proved to be a source of inspiration to use my knowledge to help others on their healing journeys. This led me to pursue formal academic education in psychology, psychotherapy, meditation, philosophy and a wealth of other healing and flourishing practices.

These days I live a simple and contemplative life between Scotland and Greece. Nature continues to be an inspiration and a source of sublime beauty and wisdom for me, hence, when I am not helping people heal and flourish, I walk and contemplate in the Scottish mountains and forests. My aspiration is to live an examined life that is aligned with nature and to remain in touch with the love, beauty and wisdom that surrounds me. 

Education 

My education has been extensive and pluralistic, as over the years I have aspired to study a wide range of healing and flourishing disciplines and practices. I have undertaken undergraduate studies in Psychology (BSc Hons), post-graduate studies in Autism (PGdip) and in Counselling and Psychotherapy (MA), while I am currently in the process of completing a Doctorate in Psychology. I have also completed further training and certification in a wide range of Psychotherapies such as: Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy (PCT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Integrative Somatic Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Contemplative Psychotherapy (Mindfulness), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Comprehensive Resource Model for Complex Trauma and PTSD (CRM) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Additionally, I have achieved certification in Philosophical Counselling, by the American Philosophical Practitioners Association. For me, education is an ongoing endeavour, as I am committed to growing as a healer and facilitator of change by attending continuing professional development seminars and workshops and staying informed about recent developments and research in psychology, psychotherapy, philosophy and contemplative practices.

work

Attempting to describe my practice as "work" leaves me with feelings of ambivalence, as it fails to convey my immense passion and dedication to helping people to heal and flourish. What I do is a vocation, and I feel fortunate and deeply honoured to be in a position to help and to be of service. Throughout the years I have had the opportunity to help hundreds of people in settings ranging from acute admission mental health wards, addiction services, suicide prevention, autism services and prisons, to organisations, institutions and businesses.

A few years ago, I created my private practice, where I offer counselling, psychotherapy and coaching in Edinburgh and London UK. Additionally, I have established an online counselling, psychotherapy and neurofeedback practice, which makes it possible to work with people from all parts of the world, including ex-pats and those who travel, or those who find it difficult to have face-to-face therapy. Periodically, I organise and facilitate retreats in beautiful natural settings, such as the Scottish Highlands and the Mediterranean.