Have been working with Apostolos for over a year now and couldn't be more satisfied. Would highly recommend!
Apostolos Fournaris, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Apostolos is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Apostolos. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Apostolos is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and Greek
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Very satisfied with my therapist
More about Apostolos
- 15 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with 15 years of professional work experience. I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space.
My therapeutic approach is psychodynamic and I offer long and short term once weekly psychotherapy to adults, children and adolescents. In addition, I offer consultation, facilitations of reflective groups and tailored to needs psycho-educational support to organisations (schools, charities, businesses), as well as short term brief interventions to families.
I am licenced and trained to work with adults, children and adolescents.
Please contact me if you feel you, or someone close to you, need help with anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement, relationship issues, trauma, gender identity, substance misuse, addiction, or anger, amongst others, if you feel there is a family matter you wish to explore and/or resolve, or if you just feel you would like to explore who you are and how you relate to others in general. I follow and adhere to the BACP and the BPS ethical frameworks.
A Few Words about my Approach
Psychotherapy is a word which is formed as a combination of the Greek words for "soul" and "treatment". It can take various forms and be understood and practiced differently by professionals and/or clients. Sometimes Psychotherapy can be about changing ourselves and our lives, but it can also be about accepting what cannot be changed.
Psychodynamic describes a therapeutic approach based on a few fundamental premises:
i. our perceptions, interactions and motives can be both of conscious and of unconscious nature. This means that we are not always aware of the true motives or meaning of our actions, nor do we always control our actions to the extent we believe that we do.
ii. When we come to this world we relate to everything and everyone around us in some way. We attach our feelings to people, places, activities, objects. The nature of our early relationships with family our carers and family members as well as with significant others along the course of our lives will have an impact on how we relate to the world and to people later in life.
iii. We do not always experience functional ways of relating to others in our early developmental stages and as a result we may find ourselves repeating dysfunctional behavioural patterns and experiences, without understanding why or how to this happens.
iv. We experience inner conflict that is not always of the conscious nature. A lot of our "troubles" are often due to us trying to find a middle ground between the "requests" of different parts of ourselves that are competing for emotional resources.
v. No two cases are ever the same. Each individual's journey is their own and totally unique and follows a different path which can never be predicted or pre-determined
Brief CV
1. PhD in Psychoanalytic Studies (2021-2024)(ongoing) University of Essex
2. MA in Psychodynamic Counselling (2018-2021) University of Essex (BACP Accredited)
3. Pg. Foundations of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (2016-2017) Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
4. MA in Psychoanalytic Studies (2014-2015) University of Essex
5. BSc (Honours) in Psychology (2008-2011) Open University
6. Certificate in Social Sciences (2008-2009) Open University
7. BA in Art History (1999-2003) University of Siena (Italy)
Areas of Interest
Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, Anxiety, Autism spectrum, Bereavement, Business coaching, Child related issues, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Executive coaching, Health related issues, Identity issues, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Substance Dependency, Trauma, Women's issues
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 390428 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Apostolos Fournaris
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Have been working with Apostolos for over a year now and couldn't be more satisfied. Would highly recommend!
Very satisfied with my therapist
Apostolos is an exceptionally competent, caring and insightful person. I am lucky to have been matched with him.
Very professional. Empathetic and great listener, always ensure all concerns are addressed, and helps view scenarios from various perspectives. Couldn’t recommend more!
Highly professional, and still easy to talk to. Highly informed, and excellent at exploring issues to a depth
Frequently asked questions
Does Apostolos Fournaris offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Apostolos Fournaris works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Apostolos Fournaris speak?
Apostolos Fournaris speaks English and Greek.
How many years of experience does Apostolos Fournaris have?
Apostolos Fournaris has 15 years of experience.
Where is Apostolos Fournaris licensed to practice?
Apostolos Fournaris is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Apostolos Fournaris accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Apostolos Fournaris accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Apostolos Fournaris offer?
Apostolos Fournaris offers clients Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Apostolos Fournaris?
Apostolos Fournaris can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Apostolos Fournaris?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.