Ellen Kouridakis
Psychologist & Counsellor
Licensed Psychologist MSc., specializing in Systemic Psychotherapy for relationships, life transitions, and narcissistic abuse. Recipient of the Gold Company Award 2025 for Psychologists — Client Satisfaction Excellence.
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About me
In my sessions, I blend psychotherapy with education, focusing on negotiation as a key life skill. I specialize in interpersonal issues such as divorces, family dynamics, parenting, and crisis management, as well as navigating major life changes like job loss or career transitions. I also support clients recovering from narcissistic behaviors and emotional abuse, helping them recognize patterns, regain clarity, and break free from cycles that no longer serve them.
As a Psychology Instructor, I educate parents, teachers, and mental health professionals on identity development, self-esteem, positive psychology, child and adolescent psychology, bullying, personality models, and more.
Formality aside, I don’t believe therapists hold all the answers. Systemically, we are experts in asking the right questions so that you can discover the answers that make sense in your world, while developing healthy and sustainable coping strategies. Becoming a mother at 24 taught me that growth isn’t linear and that every step counts.
What I can promise you is this: I’ll listen, support you, and challenge you when needed. I won’t sugarcoat things, but I’ll be right there beside you as you step into the discomfort that leads to change.
Cancellation policy requires at least 24h notice. Sessions cancelled or rescheduled with less than 24h are charged in full, as it is important to maintain the therapeutic frame and the time reserved.
Professional Memberships -Regular Member, Greek Association of Psychologists (SEPS) -Affiliate Member, European Association for Aviation Psychology (EAAP) -International Affiliate Member, American Psychological Association (APA)
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Media Gallery
Approach
I follow the principles of Systemic Philosophy, according to which everything in the world around us, including people, is interlinked, and these interactions form our reality. Through open communication, I work with the client to identify the key relationship dynamics within his life and how these dynamics may be contributing to his mental health or personal struggles. In the therapeutic process, emphasis is also placed on the balance of interpersonal relationships and their impact on life decisions, as well as on the social and cultural influences that shape the person's way of thinking. As a psychotherapist, I am not a neutral observer but an active participant within the therapeutic system. The interaction is continuous and reciprocal and both parties influence and are influenced by each other. I believe that when the perspective shifts, due to a change in meaning which brings a disruption within the system, it can lead to significant changes internally and externally, as it allows for new insights and the potential for transformation. I aim to assist individuals in recognizing their patterns of relating, developing strategies to improve their lives, and learning how to negotiate and adapt by building resilience. Just as Virgil guides Dante through the inferno, the therapist helps his clients to face their own deepest fears, where the truth of their struggles is hidden. This journey is a shared experience of growth and self-discovery. I myself am in ongoing therapy and supervision for ethical purposes.
Experience
•2024 – Present: Founder & Psychologist at Psychoeducation Therapy Center Specializing in Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Therapy, Parenting Support, and Adolescent Counseling •2024 – Present: Psychology Instructor at https://iekpaideysi.gr/ •2022: Licensed Psychologist-Region of Central Macedonia – General Directorate of Public Health and Social Welfare •2020 – 2023: Freelance Academic Writer (Theses & Dissertations)
Education
•BA in Psychology, European University Cyprus (2021) •MSc in Social Work, University of Nicosia (2018) •BA in French Language and Literature, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2014) •Certificate in Psychopathology (1-Year Program, 2024) •Certificate in Depression and Self-Therapy (9-Month Program, 2024) •Certificate in Administration of MMPI-2, Ison Psychometrica (2023) •Certificate in Administration of WISC-V, EDRA (2022) •Certificate in School Psychology, Aegean University (300 hours, 2017) •Certificate in Child Psychology, Aegean University (410 hours, 2017) •Certificate in Executive Coaching and Management, University of Ioannina (2017) •Certificate in Counselling and Life Coaching, Aegean University (2016) •Certificate in Family Law for Social Scientists, Aegean University (2016) •Currently Training in Systemic Psychotherapy and Counselling, KESMETH Thessaloniki (4-Year Program) •Currently a Student at Peterson Academy
Academic Honors •Dean's List – Second Honors for Academic Excellence •Bachelor's Thesis – Awarded Excellence •Excellence in Child Psychology/Psychiatry Training Program •Excellence in Family Law for Social Scientists Training Program •Excellence in School Psychology Training Program
Services
Individual Session
1h Individual Session
Online couples session
Weekend Session
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