Stamatina (Matilda) Manaroli
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Stamatina (Matilda) Manaroli Psychology Graduate
Matilda Manaroli graduated from the Psychology programme at Staffordshire University, United Kingdom,which was the academic partner of MBS College of Crete. Over the years, she has demonstrated remarkable progress in both her academic journey and professional development.
As an MBS alumna, Matilda shares her personal experience as a student of the Psychology programme and reflects on the valuable knowledge and skills she gained throughout her studies. It is particularly noteworthy that, during her time at MBS College of Crete , and with the support of the College’s Career Office, she completed voluntary practical training as a psychologist, gaining highly valuable professional experience alongside dedicated collaborators at the Zoodochos Pigi Centre for Children with Special Needs.
Matilda consciously chose to continue her studies in a new academic field. Graduating top of her class, she achieved her ambition through dedication, hard work, and her passion for contributing to society. In this brief profile, she describes her professional transition from Philologist to Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist.
Studies, Career & Memories from MBS
Q: Describe MBS in three words.
SM: Consistency – Inspiration – Knowledge
Q: What made you decide to study at MBS College of Crete? How did you hear about us?
Q: Is your current job related to the degree you obtained from MBS?
Q: Briefly describe your professional activity.
SM: I am a Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, and I maintain a private practice in Chania, Crete. I provide psychotherapy sessions for adults and adolescents, as well as parental counselling.
Q: What do you miss most about your student life at MBS College of Crete?
SM: Independent study and my engagement with research, which helped me develop critical thinking skills.
Q: If you were not practising your current profession, what would you choose to pursue?
SM: I would continue to be a psychologist, as this was a fully conscious and deliberate career choice.
Q: Alumni Tip: What advice would you give to a new student at MBS College of Crete?
SM: Work hard, and your efforts will be rewarded.
Professional Profile
- 09/2021 – Σήμερα: Clinical Psychologist – Psychotherapist, Private Practice, Chania, Crete
- 04/2021 – 07/2021: Clinical Psychologist – Psychotherapist, Exelixi Psychodiagnostic Centre, Chania, Crete
- 05/2019 – 03/2021: Clinical Psychologist – Psychotherapist, Smart CNS Center Psychiatric Centre, Athens
- 01/2019 – 07/2019: Psychologist (Internship), Pronoeia Interdisciplinary Centre, Athens
- 09/2017 – 03/2018: Psychologist (Internship), Zoodochos Pigi Centre for Children with Special Needs, Heraklion, Crete
Academic Profile
- 2019-2022
Training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Centre for Applied Psychotherapy and Counselling (K.E.P.SY.SY.) - 2018-2019
MSc in Applied Clinical Psychology – First Class
University of Central Lancashire / ICPS College. - 2015-2018
BSc (Hons) Psychology – First Class Honours
Staffordshire University / MBS College of Crete - 2009-2014
BA in Philology – Specialisation in Linguistics
University of Patras
