Maria Kakouridou-Psychotherapy

Maria Kakouridou-Psychotherapy Psychotherapy for Individuals, Couples, Adolescents, and Families. Welcome to my page! I would like to give you some information about my professional journey.

Σας καλωσορίζω στη σελίδα μου! Πιο κάτω θα παραθέσω κάποιες πληροφορίες για εμένα και την επαγγελματική μου πορεία.
Εργάζομαι 20 χρόνια στον ιδιωτικό τομέα ως Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, όπου δουλεύω ατομικά με ενήλικες και έφηβους, ζευγάρια και οικογένειες.
Είμαι κάτοχος πτυχίου στη Ψυχολογία (B.Sc.) και μεταπτυχιακού στην Συστημική Ψυχοθεραπεία Οικογενειών και Ζευγαριών (Marriage and Family Therapy) (M.Ed.) από το πανεπιστήμιο της Μασαχουσέτης-Βοστόνη (ΗΠΑ), όπου εκπαιδεύτηκα κυρίως στην Αφηγηματική Ψυχοθεραπεία.
Την περίοδο 2000-2002 μετά την επιστροφή μου στην Κύπρο, εργάστηκα στο Γραφείο Ευημερίας ως Λειτουργός Ευημερίας. Διετέλεσα επιστημονικός συνεργάτης του Παγκύπριου Συνδέσμου Μονογονεϊκών Οικογενειών και Φίλων (2003-2013),όπου δούλευα με ζευγάρια και με μονογονεϊκές οικογένειες οι οποίες αντιμετωπίζουν πολλά προβλήματα σε θέματα διαζυγίου και στον χειρισμό προβλημάτων σε πολλαπλά επίπεδα.
Παράλληλα με το γραφείο μου διδάσκω επικοινωνία και συντονίζω ομάδες εκπαίδευσης (PBL), στην Ιατρική Σχολή του St. George’s University of London (delivered by University of Nicosia). Επίσης παραδίδω διαλέξεις και εκπαιδευτικά σεμινάρια σε γονείς και εκπαιδευτικούς (βία στην οικογένειά, διαζύγιο και επικοινωνία κ.α.) και αρθρογραφώ σε Κυπριακά Μέσα Ενημέρωσης. Υπήρξα πρόεδρος του διοικητικό συμβουλίου της Κυπριακής Εταιρίας Οικογενειακής Ψυχοθεραπείας (ΚΕΟΘ) και μέλος του συμβουλίου από το 2003. Ήμουν επίσης μέλος του διοικητικού συμβουλίου του Παγκύπριου Συνδέσμου Ψυχοθεραπευτών (2016-2018). Επίσης παρακολουθώ εντατικά της επιστημονικές εξελίξεις σε θέματα ψυχοθεραπείας και ψυχολογίας.
Η ψυχική υγεία είναι το πολυτιμότερο αγαθό για τον άνθρωπο καθότι είναι ο παράγων εκείνος που ορίζει, προσδιορίζει, και καθορίζει την καθημερινότητα μας, τις σχέσεις μας, τις επιλογές μας και επηρεάζει όλους τους τομείς τις ανθρώπινης ύπαρξής σε ατομικό και κοινωνικό επίπεδο.
Πιστεύω ότι η ψυχοθεραπεία αποτελεί ένα μοναδικό και ιδιαίτερο μέσο για να έχει την ευκαιρία το κάθε άτομο στην ψυχική υγεία και συναισθηματική ευημερία. Οι «κυρίαρχες ιστορίες», που ορίζουν τις ζωές και στις σχέσεις του κάθε ατόμου μέσα από την ανάπτυξη διαφόρων συναισθημάτων και καταστάσεων (φόβο, πόνο, άγχος, θυμό, σύγχυση, αγανάκτηση, ντροπή κ.α.), μπορούν να διαφοροποιηθούν και να δώσουν χώρο σε νέους τρόπους διαχείρισης της ζωής τους. Στόχος μου είναι μέσα από την ψυχοθεραπεία με επαγγελματισμό, ειλικρίνεια και εχεμύθεια να συμπορεύομαι με τα άτομα και τις οικογένειες που με επισκέπτονται για την επίτευξη των στόχων τους. I have been working for 22+ years as a Systemic Psychotherapist in the private sector with individuals (adults/adolescents), couples and families. I hold a degree in Psychology (B.Sc.) and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (M.Ed.) from the University of Massachusetts, Boston (USA). I was trained mostly in Narrative therapy. In Cyprus I first worked in the Social Services (2000-2002) and later I opened my private practice. I also collaborated with the Pancyprian Association of Single Parents (20003-2013), where I worked with many divorced parents and single parents on multileveled issues that they had in their families (Divorce, counseling parents, dealing with change). I also teach communication skills, facilitate groups of Problem Based Learning (PBL), and OSCE examiner at the Medical School of St. George’s University of London (delivered by the University of Nicosia). I deliver seminars and workshops to parents and teachers (abuse, divorce, parents and teenagers, relationships etc.) I have been president of the Cyprus society of Family Therapy, where I have been a member of the board from 2003. I was also a member of the board of the Pancyprian Association for Psychotherapy (2016-2019). I keep myself informed on the latest scientific developments in psychology and psychotherapy by attending conferences and continuous learning. Mental health is one of the most important aspects in life, which affects our everyday relationships and our choices. It influences every part of our human existence on the individual and social level. I strongly believe that psychotherapy is a unique way for everyone to achieve and identify their goals/values and overcome their challenges. People can be full of “dominant stories’ that shape their lives in destructive ways (i.e. fear, stress, pain, anger, confusion, despair shame sadness etc.), but these stories can be deconstructed as to give place for more positive and productive stories to reach happiness and well-being. My professional goal is to be part of the journeys of individuals, couples, and families they I meet, to achieve their goals and skills that will be helpful in their lives; these will be attained through genuine, professional manner and confidentiality.

Each day has many opportunities and experiences.You can choose how you are going to live each day. What are you going to...
02/02/2025

Each day has many opportunities and experiences.

You can choose how you are going to live each day. What are you going to feel and experience from each moment.

Creating different meanings for each experience, will give you the opportunity to form different emotions.

Pause and think of how you are experiencing your life!!!

When living a busy life with many responsibilities, it's important to take care yourself.Self-care is important to avoid...
29/01/2025

When living a busy life with many responsibilities, it's important to take care yourself.

Self-care is important to avoid burn out, increase productivity and creativity, reinforce relationships and grows feelings of fulfillment .

Daily habbits and rituals are essential in self-care.

Everyone can create their daily habbits and/rituals that suits them.


Isn't time to give yourself some love?
07/01/2025

Isn't time to give yourself some love?

Να είσαι το άτομο που σε κάνει χαρούμενο!Την χαρα, ευτυχία, γαλήνη και ηρεμία χρειάζεται να την δημιουργούμε εμείς για ε...
17/12/2024

Να είσαι το άτομο που σε κάνει χαρούμενο!

Την χαρα, ευτυχία, γαλήνη και ηρεμία χρειάζεται να την δημιουργούμε εμείς για εμάς. Δεν θα τα βρούμε έξω από εμας σε άλλους.

Daily reminder!Restart. Reset. Refocus.
11/12/2024

Daily reminder!

Restart. Reset. Refocus.

Couples therapy is a SAFE SPACE for both individuals to express and listen to each other.In couples therapy both individ...
12/11/2024

Couples therapy is a SAFE SPACE for both individuals to express and listen to each other.

In couples therapy both individuals are given the chance to face TOGETHER their relationship challenges.

Couples work towards developing a 'new' relationship between them, that is FULLFILLING and STRENGTHENS their bonds.

Yes it is difficult to talk to a stranger about your private life, your secrets, your fears, and your intimate relationship. That is why confidentiality is really important.

Give your relationship a chance!

Daily Reminder!
08/11/2024

Daily Reminder!

Επιλέγουμε τι ακούμε και πως επιτρέπουμε να μας επηρεάσουν οι άλλοι!
24/09/2024

Επιλέγουμε τι ακούμε και πως επιτρέπουμε να μας επηρεάσουν οι άλλοι!

Growth is not about criticism and blame.Oh how harsh can one be to themeselves. Searching and criticising every move, fe...
18/09/2024

Growth is not about criticism and blame.

Oh how harsh can one be to themeselves. Searching and criticising every move, feeling, thought, and decision. That voice that lurcking in the shadows just to let you know that you are wrong, you made a mistake and you are not good enough.

Growth comes from acceptance, love, understanding and most importantly showing empathy to oneself.

*Would you talk to someone you love in a similar way?
*So how come you allowing yourself to treat you in that way?

Self-care is the center of change and self development. Take care of yourself, there is only one of you!

Work on yourself and give space for growth and self love! ❤️

Παρατηρώντας τα παιδιά, μπορούμε να "ακούσουμε" τι θέλουν να μας πουν.
12/09/2024

Παρατηρώντας τα παιδιά, μπορούμε να "ακούσουμε" τι θέλουν να μας πουν.

29/08/2024

Yes you deserve to be happy!

Eventhough, it feels difficult sometimes, even if you have learned that you are not enough, even if you can think of 1000 of things that are not going your way, you can change that.

Life is full of challenges and reasons that can take away from your happiness. You can work with a therapist to manage your challenges and develop the life you truly deserve.

Do not wait for the right moment, everyday and every moment is a chance to work wirh yourself and your relationships.

August Reminder! August, a month that summer is at it's peak. Higher temperatures (depending where you are), time off fr...
01/08/2024

August Reminder!

August, a month that summer is at it's peak. Higher temperatures (depending where you are), time off from work, schools are closed, productivity drops, and beaches are full.

A month that gives the opportunity of calm vibes, relaxation and good times.

I know that the 'good times' vibe is the expectation, but unfortunately there are times that reality can not reach that expectation. When that happens, like always anxiety, disappointment, and anger find space to thrieve.

Just a reminder... There are NO SHOULDS!!!

Enjoy and take advantage of every moment. What ever is happening in your lives. Appreciate all experiences and moments-even if they don't reach that imaginary expectation you have.

Eventhough you might be having some challenges in your life, just know that you can go through them. There is NOTHING that is impossible to be dealt-I know that it seems imposible sometimes.

Take the opportunity to recalibrate, to discovery more about yourselves and your relationships. Find small things that you can feel grateful and change the narrative of your moments.

Embrce every moment!

Happy Friday!!!
12/07/2024

Happy Friday!!!

Έχεις αναρωτηθεί πως μοιάζει να είσαι ελεύθερος;
01/07/2024

Έχεις αναρωτηθεί πως μοιάζει να είσαι ελεύθερος;

26/06/2024

✨Do not let fear stop you going to therapy✨Give yourself the opportunity to rebuild, discover, change and challenge your...
12/06/2024

✨Do not let fear stop you going to therapy

✨Give yourself the opportunity to rebuild, discover, change and challenge yourself.

✨It's one of the most amazing and challenging journey you may have in your life.

For appointments:

Tel: 22519665
Email: mariakakouridou@gmail.com
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Happy Friday!Every day reminders.
07/06/2024

Happy Friday!

Every day reminders.

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94 Dasoupoleos Street Apt . 14
Strovolo
2013

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Monday 09:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 19:00
Thursday 09:00 - 19:00
Friday 09:00 - 19:00

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