About Me
There are many life experiences that have brought me to become a psychotherapist. More interesting for me are the experiences that have made me continue working in the field. Being a psychotherapist I have been in the blessed position to witnessing adolescents, parents, couples and individuals overcome their obstacles and grow to become their potential, whatever it might be. This experience to witnessing and being part of a person to waking up to themselves cannot be bought with all the gold in the world
Patrick Akrivos
Counselor - Psychotherapist
Education
I started my studies at the University of LaVerne under the tutelage of some brilliant psychologists who were and are and inspiration in striving above and beyond. In continuation I received the Master Degree from the University of Middlesex and a journey towards a PhD will hopefully start in the near future. Beyond academics, my passion for developing as a counselor and psychotherapist, guided me to various trainings. I started training in Systemic and Gestalt therapy and moved on to earn a Diploma in addiction counseling certified by CPCAB. I…
Professional Experience
Psychology is an amazing science and its application has no limits. So my professional experience is diverse, as I seek to explore the applications of psychology. I started my journey in 2000, working for KENTRO (http://www.kentro.org/) as a substance abuse counselor. I moved on to open my private practice in 2004, which since then, is the backbone of my career ever since, working with adults, teenagers, couples and groups. I started working as a research associate for the Hellenic American University (http://haec.gr/en/) where I also served as coordinator of student…
Testimonials
Despina
I've known Patrick as a research partner, having worked with him on various Cross Cultural & Communication oriented projects & publications. Throughout the whole time, he was committed, showing excellent…
Marina
Patrick is extremely dedicated to his work and applies a sincerity, professionalism and deep empathy rarely encountered elsewhere. He has an enormously wide academic and training background which combined with…
Regina
I have hired Patrick in cross cultural trainings which I provide in Switzerland and Greece as resource consultant. His experience as senior counselor specialized on parenting, transitions and 'Third Culture…
Elina
I have worked with Patrick in one of the Parental Effectiveness Trainings he is organizing and I really want to thank him for the new dimensions he has helped me…
Mina
Patrick Akrivos is a great counselor with a lot of experience and charisma on what he does. One can only feel comfortable to open up when meeting him for he…
Pavlos
Patrick has helped me and my family to improve our day to day communication, his parent workshop was a stepping stone for our happiness. Personally Patrick has guided me to…
Christina
Patrick is an incredible therapist, insightful, knowledgeable, intuitive and funny. Which in our chosen profession is a skill much needed and very much under appreciated. He has the skills to…
Juana
Patrick is a highly recommended professional; he approaches his job with dedication and insight. His views about Education (PET classes) are permeated with experiences from different roots, bringing to parents…
Hans
Patrick is a brilliant man. Highly recommended!