Katerina Tenezou - Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist

Katerina Tenezou is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive Psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of addiction and mental health disorders. With over two decades of clinical practice, she has honed a versatile approach to psychotherapy, integrating psychodynamic principles with a range of therapeutic modalities to meet the unique needs of her clients.

Currently, Katerina is the owner of EUTOPIA Psychotherapy in Beyoğlu, Istanbul, where she offers individual, couples’, and group therapy. Her practice focuses on fostering a deep, therapeutic relationship with her clients, working collaboratively to initiate meaningful change and improve mental health and well-being. Katerina sees therapy as a mutual contract where trust and empathy are foundational to achieving therapeutic goals.

Professional Experience:

• Owner & Clinical Psychologist/Psychotherapist
  EUTOPIA Psychotherapy, Istanbul, Turkey
  January 2023 – Present (2+ years)
  At EUTOPIA Psychotherapy, Katerina offers tailored psychotherapy services in both English and Greek for individuals, couples, and groups. She focuses on creating a compassionate and safe space for clients to explore their psychological challenges, from addiction and mood disorders to relational difficulties.

• Clinical Psychologist/Psychotherapist & Manager of Psychological Services
  Equinox Psikiyatri ve Terapi, Istanbul, Turkey
  January 2013 – December 2022 (10 years)
  Katerina was the Manager of Psychological Services at Equinox Psychiatrics and Therapy under the direction of Prof. Dr. Ayhan Kalyoncu. She provided clinical assessments, developed therapeutic plans, and led psychotherapeutic sessions in English, including individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. Additionally, she trained and supervised psychology trainees.

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Accredited Cognitive Psychotherapist
  Mental Hospital of Athens, Greece
  September 2005 – August 2013 (8 years)
  Katerina’s clinical work at the Mental Hospital of Athens involved providing therapy to individuals with drug addiction, mental disorders, and other psychological issues. She also led psycho-educational group therapy sessions and contributed to the psychological intervention team during crises, including natural disasters and epidemics. Additionally, she supervised psychology trainees and organized seminars on various psychological topics.

  Education & Qualifications:

  • Psychology Degree, University of Athens & Tilburg University (Netherlands)

  • Master’s in Clinical Psychology, University of Athens

  • Specialization in Cognitive Psychotherapy, University of Athens (4 years of clinical practice under supervision at Aiginiteio University Hospital)

  Specializations & Services: Katerina specializes in the treatment of a range of psychological conditions, including:

  • Drug and Alcohol Addiction

  • Mood Disorders

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Anger Control Issues

  • Psychotic Syndromes

  • Eating Disorders

  • Relational Issues (Families and Couples)

  Languages: Therapy sessions are offered in both English and Greek.

  Contact: To schedule an appointment or for further inquiries, please contact Katerina via email at ktenezou@gmail.com or call the office at +90 543 836 97 82. The office is located in Taksim, Istanbul.