Contemporary, alternative
and creative form of psychotherapy
It utilizes speech, art, artistic creation, the body, and movement as an alternative form of therapy.
In my work as a psychologist and dance therapist, I combine cognitive, emotional, and physical methods for effective therapy. I use various approaches such as dance movement therapy and systemic family therapy. I focus each time on the person in front of me rather than the problem.
Founded in 2021 by Anna Zoumpa as a space that embraces and enhances change and development in people of all ages. A space for psychotherapy, a space that adds creative forms of expression and communication to the healing process.
Through individual sessions, family sessions, couples therapy, group therapy, online sessions, and dance movement therapy sessions, with primary values of safety, trust, and personal growth, Krama Therapy is dedicated to emotional well-being.
Krama Therapy is a safe space for individuals experiencing change, seeking better self-understanding, aiming to improve their relationships, or overcoming a difficult period in their lives. We support you in developing mental resilience through Art and Movement
Within the framework of individual sessions catering to children, adolescents, and adults, clients are afforded the opportunity to address concerns of personal significance. Under the guidance of the psychologist, the client engages in the identification of individual challenges, directing attention toward the exploration of emotions, their discernment, and articulation. Emphasizing the cultivation of lucid communication and the exploration of alternative problem-solving methodologies, these sessions are structured to facilitate a profound understanding and resolution of the client's pertinent issues.
Conducted within an atmosphere characterized by cooperation and confidentiality, the therapeutic alliance is nurtured on the pillars of trust, acceptance, and discretion.
Family sessions and couples sessions are integral components of family and/or couples therapy within the therapeutic framework. When symptoms manifest in a family member, they often reflect underlying challenges in communication or relationships among all family members.
The overarching objective of these sessions is to systematically identify and address these challenges, fostering resolution and equipping all members with more functional modes of communication.
Group therapy entails therapeutic interventions conducted with a collective of individuals undergoing treatment. The selection of participants is guided by the imperative of fostering group cohesiveness, wherein individuals with shared attributes and treatment objectives are curated. Notably, group members exhibit a degree of uniformity in their expectations regarding the therapeutic process.
Typically spanning a duration of 2 hours, the frequency of group meetings is collaboratively determined by the therapist and group members.
Online therapy shifts the session from the office to the computer. The therapeutic process via the internet is very similar to in-person sessions, and it is scientifically supported that the outcomes of online sessions approach those of face-to-face therapy.
Moreover, online therapy offers the added advantage of temporal convenience by minimizing travel time. It transcends geographical constraints, enabling individuals from any location within Greece or abroad to engage in therapeutic sessions. This renders online therapy especially appealing to individuals residing outside the country who seek the services of a Greek-speaking therapist, facilitating a flexible and accessible mode of psychological support.
Dance Movement Therapy constitutes a genre of psychotherapy within the realm of expressive arts. The American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) delineates dance/ movement therapy as the psychotherapeutic utilization of movement and dance to facilitate the holistic integration of the individual on emotional, mental, spiritual, and social dimensions.
Fundamental tenets of dance movement therapy posit movement as a distinct form of language, representing the primal mode of human communication predating verbal articulation. In this therapeutic modality, non-verbal communication is accorded equal significance to verbal expression, recognizing its pivotal role in the therapeutic process.
The interconnection of mind, body, and spirit underscores the overarching goal of cultivating a symbiotic relationship between mental and physical well-being. The axiom 'a healthy mind in a healthy body' encapsulates this holistic approach. Movement, within this paradigm, assumes multifaceted roles, serving as a functional, communicative, developmental, and expressive medium. The therapist, acting as a facilitator within the therapeutic process, endeavors to keenly observe, assess, and strategically intervene. Commencing with the establishment of a therapeutic alliance between the therapist and the client and extending to the nuanced movements of the body, the therapeutic engagement unfolds across various modalities, including individual, couple, family, and group sessions spanning diverse age groups. The therapist's role encompasses continuous observation, assessment, and targeted intervention, weaving together the intricate tapestry of mind-body-spirit integration.
Dance/ Movement therapy is designed to cater to individuals across the entire lifespan, spanning from infants to the elderly. It extends its therapeutic benefits inclusively to individuals with disabilities. Notably, prior experience with movement or dance is not a prerequisite, and it deviates from the format of a traditional dance class.
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Significant changes in life.
Loss
Mourning
Stress and anxiety disorders
Relationship problems
Sexual problems
Trauma
Depression
Body image issues
Eating disorders
Psychomotor development of children
Personal development.
Dance therapy is conducted on an individual or group level, and each session lasts from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours (for group sessions). It is preferable to wear comfortable clothing.
In Krama Therapy, we provide movement and dance workshops catering to diverse age groups, including children from 3 years old, children up to 15 years old, teenagers, adults, and elderly and disabled individuals. While the workshops are conducted in a non-therapeutic context, they are designed with the following primary objectives: Body Activation Artistic Expression Non-Verbal Communication Creativity Psychomotor Development
Please call us or check our Facebook page for workshops organized during this period!
Join me for a free 20-minute appointment where I will intoduce myself and my holistic psychotherapy methods, integrating psychology, psychotherapy with Arts. Discover how my unique approach can support your personal development and healing journey. Book now to learn how we can collaborate to achieve your therapeutic goals.
In my work as a psychologist and dance therapist, I combine cognitive, emotional, and physical methods for effective therapy. I use various approaches such as dance movement therapy and systemic family therapy. I focus each time on the person in front of me rather than the problem.
I integrate verbal and non-verbal expression through dance movement therapy, focusing on motor behavior within the therapeutic relationship. Using dance as an artistic medium, I employ it as a psychotherapeutic tool to help individuals express their emotions, integrating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
"I have worked as a psychologist and dance therapist in Belgium and Greece for over 10 years. I have provided my services at the psychiatric hospital Dromokaiteio, at KETHEA (Exelixis, Diavasi), in a shelter for unaccompanied minors (Arsis), at the European School (Ecole européenne de Bruxelles IV), at a day center for individuals with Down Syndrome, with individuals on the autism spectrum, with ADHD, and with elderly individuals.
I also have many years experience as a dancer, choreographer, and dance teacher. Since 2009, I have collaborated with various choreographers and have taught dance in various contexts in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Greece. Since 2012, I am a founding and artistic member of the Krama Dance Company and since 2017, a founding member of Krama Artspace.