Olga Moutesidou
Mental Health Specialist- Psychologist
Mytilene
Summary
Caring and analytical psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience. Specialized in VOT (Victims of Torture) and GBV (Gender-Based Violence) cases and women protection. Expert at observing, interviewing, developing treatment plans, and conducting research. Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, working effectively within diverse teams of mental health professionals. Demonstrated proficiency in using standard psychological assessment instruments for evaluating personality and intellectual functions. Detail-oriented team player with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Fluent in English and French, capable of conducting sessions without an interpreter.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Psychologist
SAO Association - Hellas
1 2024 - Current
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Enhanced patient well-being through the integration of mindfulness-based interventions and relaxation techniques into therapeutic sessions.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
Psychologist
Intersos - Hellas
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
Psychologist
Médecins du Monde
7 2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for patients, addressing both physical and mental health needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of clinical psychology.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adhering to strict confidentiality policies while ensuring continuity of care across providers.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients, resulting in improved mental health and wellbeing.
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of intelligence and personality assessment results.
- Linked clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
- Used imaging and relaxation techniques to develop strengthening and safe zones to facilitate processing of trauma
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
Psychologist
International Rescue Committee
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Enhanced patient well-being through the integration of mindfulness-based interventions and relaxation techniques into therapeutic sessions.
- Led group therapy sessions focusing on specific topics such as stress management, coping skills development, or relationship building techniques for improved interpersonal functioning.
- Supported organizational growth through participation in community outreach events promoting mental health awareness and prevention initiatives.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Led psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide interactive and supportive environment for clients to process experiences and learn new coping skills.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
Psychologist in a Hospice for Homeless
Municipality of Athens
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Led psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
Psychologist in Social Service of Open Camp "Elaionas" for Refugees
SOS Villages
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
- Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.
- Prevented escalation of mental health crises by responding promptly to urgent requests for psychological support from patients and their families.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Self-employed Psychologist
Kallithea
06.2010 - 08.2016
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Conducted patient observations by monitoring behavior and documented physical health, family history and medications in mental health assessment reports.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending conferences and participating in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of psychology.
Supervisor in a Child Play Group
AMKE Faethon
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Enhanced patient well-being through the integration of mindfulness-based interventions and relaxation techniques into therapeutic sessions.
Psychologist
Private Center for Children
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
- Cooperated with other practitioners to conduct research, devise improvements and discuss treatment innovations.
- Led group therapy sessions focusing on specific topics such as stress management, coping skills development, or relationship building techniques for improved interpersonal functioning.
Psychologist
"Iris" AMKE
11.2003 - 05.2005
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Prevented escalation of mental health crises by responding promptly to urgent requests for psychological support from patients and their families.
- Evaluated patient response to psychotropic medications by closely collaborating with prescribing physicians to achieve optimal results.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending conferences and participating in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of psychology.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Care Taker
Private Center for Children
09.2001 - 10.2003
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining a compassionate, non-judgmental environment during therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
- Established a strong professional network with local healthcare providers, enhancing referral partnerships and improving accessibility to mental health services for patients in need.
- Prevented escalation of mental health crises by responding promptly to urgent requests for psychological support from patients and their families.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, social workers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide interactive and supportive environment for clients to process experiences and learn new coping skills.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results, and recommended improvements.
Education
Master in Crisis And Disaster Management -
University of Athens, Kapodistrian University Medical School
Athens GreeceDea Master 2 in Psychopathology, Psychoanalysis, Child Development, And Psychiatry - Psychopathology - Psychoanalysis
Paris 13, Université Du Nord
Paris, France06.2007
Diploma in Psychology - Clinical Psychology
Panteion University Of Political And Social Sciences
11.2003
Skills
Psychological Assessment
DSM-IV classification
Psychotherapy Techniques
Clinical Supervision
Multicultural Competence
Professionalism
Adaptability
Reliability
Crisis Management
Certification
Interpersonal Therapy for Groups and Individuals (2021)
Accomplishments
- Coordinated online group counseling during COVID-19 lockdown with VOT participants from the camp of Moria- Lesvos.
- Led the Community-Based Program in RIC Mavrovouni, focusing on mental health prevention through psychoeducation and training.
- Served as IRC Ambassador for the IRC Way, delivering training on the code of conduct in the humanitarian field.
Alternateemail
olmoutes@gmail.com
Driverlicense
Type B
Personal Information
Nationality: Greek
Languages
Greek
Native language
Greek
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Italian
Intermediate
B1
Affiliations
Psychoanalytical Association Freud- Lacan
Software
Microsoft Office
Timeline
Psychologist
Intersos - Hellas
12.2022 - 07.2023
Psychologist
International Rescue Committee
08.2019 - 05.2022
Psychologist in a Hospice for Homeless
Municipality of Athens
10.2018 - 01.2019
Psychologist in Social Service of Open Camp "Elaionas" for Refugees
SOS Villages
09.2016 - 06.2017
Supervisor in a Child Play Group
AMKE Faethon
10.2013 - 06.2014
Self-employed Psychologist
Kallithea
06.2010 - 08.2016
Psychologist
Private Center for Children
08.2009 - 07.2011
Psychologist
"Iris" AMKE
11.2003 - 05.2005
Care Taker
Private Center for Children
09.2001 - 10.2003
Psychologist
SAO Association - Hellas
1 2024 - Current
Psychologist
Médecins du Monde
7 2022 - 12.2022
Master in Crisis And Disaster Management -
University of Athens, Kapodistrian University Medical School
Dea Master 2 in Psychopathology, Psychoanalysis, Child Development, And Psychiatry - Psychopathology - Psychoanalysis
Paris 13, Université Du Nord
Diploma in Psychology - Clinical Psychology
Panteion University Of Political And Social Sciences
Interpersonal Therapy for Groups and Individuals (2021)
GBV Training (UNHCR, Mar 2022)
Victims of Torture (METAdrasi, Dec 2019)
IPV Training (IRC - Hellas, Sep 2019)
Healthcare Planning and Designing a Healing Environment (E-Cornell, Jan 2021)
Introduction to Child Protection (UNHCR, Jul 2021)
Safeguarding Essentials (Kaya, Jul 2020)
Introduction to the Core Humanitarian Standard (Jul 2020)
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