Athina Bakaraki
Psychologist, BSc
Systemic Psychotherapist,PGCert
For adults, groups, families and parents.
In Athens and online, in Greek and English.
“Psychotherapy is the journey from the loneliness of denial to the freedom of acceptance.
Everything changes when we give it new meaning.”
My Approach
I believe that choosing to begin therapy is itself an act of courage. It marks a meaningful recognition of one’s vulnerability, as well as a conscious willingness to take greater responsibility for oneself.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to gently bring attention to recurring patterns, unspoken needs, and the ways past experiences may continue to shape the present.
Together, we work toward opening the possibility for new meaning, deeper connection, and personal growth.
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I see you within the context of your relationships, family history, and social environment, not in isolation.
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You are the expert on your own life. My role is to be a curious, respectful co-explorer alongside you.
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Grounded in systemic training, narrative approaches, and contemporary psychological research.
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Every session is non-judgmental and confidential. You are free to be fully yourself.
What I Offer
I work therapeutically with adults, groups, families, and parents, offering sessions in Greek and English, both in person in Athens and online.
My aim is to provide a thoughtful and supportive space that can meet people wherever they are, both emotionally and practically.
Individual
Psychotherapy
For adults seeking greater clarity, support, and personal growth.
A safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings, deepen your understanding of personal challenges and inner conflicts, and move toward more conscious and constructive choices, aligned with your present needs and desires.
Group
Psychotherapy
For individuals who wish to explore themselves in relation to others.
The group dynamic offers reflection, support, and greater self-awareness. The relationships that develop within setting can help individuals see themselves through the eyes of others and discover new perspectives.
Family
Therapy
For families wishing to improve understanding and connection.
Family therapy provides a supportive space for members to explore patterns of communication, relationship dynamics, and the challenges that affect the family system as a whole, while fostering more balanced ways of relating.
Parent
Counselling
For parents seeking feel more empowered in their parenting role.
Together, we explore communication, behaviour, and emotional support to better understand the children’s needs through a collaborative process that honours the strengths and wisdom each parent already carries within.
My Story
My name is Athina Bakaraki, and I am a Psychologist and Systemic Psychotherapist.
I have always been the kind of person who asks why things work the way they do. From an early age, I found myself deeply drawn to people and to the questions that shape us: how we connect, how we are influenced by our relationships, how we struggle, and how growth and change become possible.
That curiosity first led me to a BSc in Early Childhood Education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where I came into close contact with the earliest stages of human development. Yet, over time, I felt a growing need to move closer to the root of human experience.
So I continued my path with a BSc in Psychology at the University of Strasbourg, and later a Postgraduate Diploma in Systemic and Family Therapy at the Laboratory for the Exploration of Human Relations. There, I found not only a professional career, but also a way of understanding people through the wider contexts of their lives: their relationships, histories, patterns, and the systems they are part of. This perspective continues to guide my work today.
My approach is systemic at its core. I don't see difficulties as living inside a person in isolation I see them as emerging within webs of relationship, history, and context. In our work together, we explore not just what is happening, but how and with whom. We look at the patterns that have formed around you, and the new ones that are possible. My goal is to offer a space that is genuinely safe: one where you can be honest, curious, and in time, more fully yourself.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I offer individual psychotherapy, family sessions, and parental guidance to explore difficulties, deepen understanding, and create space for meaningful change.
Sessions are available in Greek and English, in person in Athens and online.
Whatever brings you here, I am glad you are considering it. And I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
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Athens, Greece — Protocol No. 538828 / 05.05.2023
Words of Trust
A few reflections shared by people I have had the privilege to support.
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“Athina is a wonderful and kind therapist. From our very first session, she made me feel comfortable and safe, creating an environment of trust where I can express myself freely. Her approach is meaningful, supportive, and truly helpful!”
— A.
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“Athina has helped me a lot. We have built a very good connection, and I feel I can confide everything in her. She shows the kind of care that is needed and helps me feel calm so that I can gather my thoughts and see different perspectives!”
— G.
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“Ms. Athina stood by my daughter with understanding and warmth. I saw a great change in her mood and behaviour. As a mother, there is no greater relief than knowing she has a professional who understands and supports her.
— V.
FAQs
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Absolutely. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the therapeutic relationship. Everything you share remains strictly private, with very limited exceptions required by law. I always explain these boundaries clearly from the start.
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Therapy can benefit anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about themselves. You don't need to be in crisis — many people come to therapy for personal growth and self-awareness.
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The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. I'll ask about what brings you to therapy, your background, and what you hope to achieve. It's also your chance to see whether you feel comfortable working with me.
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Therapy can be short-term or longer-term, depending on what brings you here and what you would like to work on. For some people, a focused piece of work over a limited number of sessions feels enough; for others, therapy becomes a longer process of deeper exploration. We stay in dialogue about your needs and review the work together as it unfolds.
Let’s talk
Whatever brings you here, I am glad you are considering this step, and I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
If you are considering starting therapy and would like to learn more, you are welcome to get in touch.
Whether you would like to book an initial session or simply ask a question, I would be glad to hear from you.
You can contact me directly at athina.bakaraki@gmail.com or (+30) 697 8811 563.
Alternatively, you may use the contact form below to send a message, and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–10pm
Appointments by arrangement.