Curriculum vitae
Despoina Anastasia Samiou
Integrative Mental Health Practitioner & Holistic Coach
Connection · Creation · Transformation
Integrating Mind, Body, Emotions & Creative Expression
- Email: despisamiou@gmail.com
- Instagram: @stacy_sykes_
- Online sessions worldwide
Practitioner name: Stacy Sykes.
About Me
My work combines holistic mental health practices, evidence-based psychological education, creative expression and an integrative, human-centred approach that honours the whole person: mind, body, emotions and environment.
Rather than applying one fixed method to every person, I integrate trauma-informed approaches, somatic awareness, emotional regulation techniques and mind–body practices to create a personalised and supportive space for healing, self-understanding, resilience and lasting transformation.
Approach & Specialization
Trauma-Informed & Somatic Approach
Supporting nervous system regulation and emotional safety through body-based awareness.
Mood, Anxiety & Personality Challenges
Supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health concerns, including mood, anxiety, personality, trauma-related, neurodevelopmental, eating and adjustment conditions.
Emotional Regulation & Mind–Body Connection
Building tools for emotional balance, self-awareness and inner stability.
Grief & Emotional Healing
Compassionate support through loss, change and life's difficult transitions.
Personal Growth & Resilience
Empowering you to grow, heal and create a meaningful and authentic life.
Education
- BSc Psychology Metropolitan College, Oxford Brookes University
- Clinical Integrative Psychotherapy Hellenic SEPI Regional Network
- ACE Health Coach Professional Certificate American Council on Exercise (ACE)
Professional Specializations
- Integrative Health and Medicine Specialization University of Minnesota
- Mental Health Care Fundamentals Specialization MedCerts
- Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors Specialization American Psychological Association
- Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety & Stress Specialization American Psychological Association
- Abnormal Psychology Specialization Wesleyan University
- Pathway to Wellness: Mind, Movement & Nutrition Specialization American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives Specialization University of Minnesota
Professional Certificates
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Foundation for Health and Wellness Coaching
- Foundations of Effective Behavior Change Coaching
- Lifestyle & Wellness Strategies
- Chronic Diseases and Comorbid Conditions
- Professional Conduct and Establishing a Practice
- A Holistic Approach to Mental Health
- Evidence Based Nutrition for Coaches and Trainers
University of Minnesota
- Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices
- Guided Imagery
- Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils
- Herbal Medicine
American Psychological Association (APA)
- Anxiety and Related Disorders
- Depressive and Bipolar Disorders
- Disorders Related to Trauma
Wesleyan University
- Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
- History of Mental Illness
Other institutions
- Evidence Based Psychotherapy University of California, Santa Cruz
- Foundations of International Psychiatry University of Melbourne
- Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School University of Colorado
- Healing with the Arts University of Florida
- Professionalism in Allied Health MedCerts
Work Experience
Addiction Recovery Support Setting
“AvagonouZo” Rehabilitation Center
Supported individuals within recovery-focused environments through psychosocial support, active listening and wellbeing-centred approaches.
Community Mental Health Services
Day Center & Psychosocial Support Settings
Experience within community-based mental health environments supporting emotional wellbeing, communication and client-centred care practices.
Holistic Wellness & Psychoeducational Support
Integrative Wellbeing Programs
Facilitating supportive, wellbeing-oriented sessions integrating mindfulness-based and person-centred approaches.
Private Mental Health Support Sessions
Independent One-to-One Practice
Providing individual support sessions focused on emotional wellbeing, self-awareness, personal development and trauma-informed approaches.
Where creation becomes healing, and healing leads to transformation.
Work with me
A free 15-minute call is the easiest way to see whether we are a good fit. Book a free intro call, or book a session if you are ready to begin.