Hello, my name is Anna Archontopoulou. I was born and raised in Thessaloniki, Greece. From a young age, I wanted to practice a profession that focused on helping people. That’s why I decided to study psychology at the University of Sheffield. After completing my studies in psychology, I realized that the next step would be a little different. The way that I felt that was suitable for me to be as a therapist was different from what the ‘classical’ school commands, as I couldn’t see myself as an ‘expert’ who has all the answers. From my perspective, my role as a therapist should be to act as a facilitator in order for clients to find their own answers.

That led me to continue my studies pursuing a Master’s degree at the University of Nottingham. This postgraduate course in person-centred experiential counselling and psychotherapy offered me what I was searching for, to obtain all the practical and theoretical skills that are required in order to be able to offer the best services possible to my clients, customised to their needs.

I have gained my experience from offering my services in organisations, which allowed me to work with a variety of cases. More specifically, in Thessaloniki, I have trained, and offered my services, at the Greek Association of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders, Alzheimer Hellas, ‘Saint Hellen’. Additionally, in the UK, I offered my services to ‘The Human Flourishing Project’, an independent clinic with research links with the University of Nottingham.

I am a Registered Member (MBACP) of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and a member of the Hellenic Association for Person-centered & Experiential Approach (HAPCEA).

It also must be noted that I have a license to practice as a psychologist, and in Greece I have a private practice in Thessaloniki city center.

I currently work as a therapist at Thrive Mental Wellbeing – Mental Health Services. Thrive is a leading provider of mental health services with a twofold commitment: we aim to advance mental health on a broader scale, while also ensuring that individuals have access to essential mental health services.

I must add that, I continue my training by attending numerous seminars and conferences and throughout my career, I have conducted scientific research that has been published in journals and presented at conferences.