Dealing with Phobias in
Athens & Online Psychotherapy
For you
Phobia is not strange.
It's something the brain learned — and can unlearn.
There's no need to feel ashamed about what scares you. Phobias have a specific mechanism — and CBT has proven protocols that work gradually, at a pace that's right for you.
"Excellent psychologist — I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to address their problems immediately."
"He dealt with my problem with curiosity and confidentiality. I would highly recommend him."
✓ Online & in person
✓ Absolute confidentiality
What changes in practice?
You return to what you started avoiding.
Gradually and in complete safety. No need to "go in deep" right away — the pace is yours.
You return to what you were avoiding.
"Gradually and safely — not 'fall in'."
Do you understand the mechanism?
“You learn why phobia feeds — and how to break the cycle.”
Practical techniques
"Tools for when the phobia is triggered — not just in theory."
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Avoidance provides momentary relief — but it makes the phobia greater.
Every time you avoid what scares you (such as heights, closed spaces, flying, transportation, or social interactions), the brain falsely confirms that you were in danger. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks this vicious cycle. As a CBT psychologist in Athens, I apply scientific protocols of gradual exposure (Exposure Therapy) and systematic desensitization, teaching the brain with absolute safety that it can cope without panic.
✓ Evaluation of the fear hierarchy
✓ Gradual and controlled exposure
✓ Dealing with catastrophic thinking
The framework
At your own pace — not in a standardized way.
There is no “right” way to be afraid, nor is there a “right” pace to overcome a phobia. The therapeutic framework adapts to what you are experiencing — without judgment, without rushing.
“It was the first time I felt it helped me — right from the first session.”
✓ Specialization in phobias & panic disorders
✓ Safe therapeutic framework
✓ At a pace that concerns you
Next step
Your life doesn't deserve to be defined by what you avoid.
With the right support, what is currently paralyzing you can become a simple part of the past. You don’t need to know exactly where you want to go — just take the first step. Phobia therapy is provided in person at my office in Athens, as well as through online psychotherapy for those interested throughout Greece. Remote CBT is particularly effective and is a valuable option for Greek expats living in European Union countries - and beyond.
"I stopped letting fear decide for me"
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