FAQs

 

  • The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and see if we feel like a good fit. We’ll start by exploring what brought you to therapy, what goals you have in mind, and some background on your experiences, this might include your struggles, family or relationship history, medical history, and daily routines like sleep and eating. Sometimes this conversation continues over the first few sessions, because understanding your history and patterns helps build a foundation for our work together.

    The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and see if we feel like a good fit. We’ll start by exploring what brought you to therapy, what goals you have in mind, and some background on your experiences, this might include your struggles, family or relationship history, medical history, and daily routines like sleep and eating. Sometimes this conversation continues over the first few sessions, because understanding your history and patterns helps build a foundation for our work together.

    The first session is also the start of building our therapeutic relationship, which is central to therapy. Trust, safety, and connection create a space where you can be fully seen and heard, which makes it easier to explore difficult emotions, try new ways of thinking, and grow. Healing and change happen most effectively when you feel understood and supported, not judged or rushed.

  • Sessions typically last 50 minutes, which is a standard in therapy. This length gives us enough time to check in, explore what’s coming up for you, and practice tools or techniques, while keeping the session focused and intentional.

  • I offer both online therapy and in-person sessions, and we can choose whichever format feels best for you or even a combination. Online sessions are held via Google Meet, and in-person sessions take place at my office in Zografou, Athens, Greece. Together, we’ll find a rhythm that feels safe, comfortable, and supportive for your emotional and mental well-being.

  • Absolutely!  Confidentiality is at the heart of therapy, and I take it very seriously. What you share stays private, creating a space where you can be honest, open, and vulnerable.

    There are very few exceptions to confidentiality such as situations where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, and I will always explain these clearly. Respecting your privacy is essential, because feeling safe is what allows you to fully explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment or exposure.

  • Yes. Any changes to a scheduled session without at least 24 hours’ notice will incur a charge, except in cases of emergencies. This policy protects our time together. 

    Last-minute cancellations can disrupt the schedule and may prevent someone else from accessing that session slot. Having this policy ensures that our time is respected, and that therapy remains a reliable, consistent container for your growth and healing.

  • I practice integrative therapy, which means I draw from several evidence-based approaches rather than relying on a single framework. Each approach is adapted to your unique needs, experiences, and pace.

    You can explore the full details in the Approaches section of my website. These approaches are especially effective for anxiety, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, trauma, depression, stress management, and life transitions etc.

  • You may notice changes in small, subtle ways, as well as bigger shifts. This can include:

    • Feeling more aware of your thoughts and emotions

    • Responding differently to challenging situations

    • Gaining tools to manage and regulate stress, anxiety, or trauma responses 

    Therapy is also about reflection and insight, so noticing changes in your patterns, relationships, and emotional responses is a sign of progress. We’ll check in regularly to see what’s working, what isn’t, and what adjustments might support your growth.

  • Feeling stuck is a normal part of the therapeutic process. Inner growth isn’t always linear, and sometimes the mind and body need time to process experiences, each at its own pace and stage of readiness.

    When this happens, we explore what’s coming up with curiosity and understanding, rather than judgment. Together, we identify barriers, adjust approaches, and find ways to move forward, while honoring your pace and all parts of yourself. Therapy is a collaborative journey, and I’m here to support you through moments where progress feels slower or unclear.