Evy Syrou Biography
Evy Syrou was born in Athens and raised in Chania, Crete.
She is a Psychology graduate from the American College of Greece (Deree College) and continued her studies in France, where she attained: her Licence (Bachelor), her Maitrise (Master) in Social Psychology of Intercultural Relations and her D.E.A. (Diplôme d'études Approfondies Dimensions Cognitives et Modelisation) from the Université Lumière Lyon 2.
From the start of her academic career, she has followed her main interest in research, studying the interaction between cognitive and emotional processes on a master’s level in Lyon, using the Triptych: Mind-Body-Emotion. More specifically, she applied the theory of Emotional Intelligence to groups of psychoanalysts and artists, researching the various effects the body has on psychological analysis and expression. She then led the study in a more profound direction at a doctorate level.
Receiving a scholarship from the Université Lumière Lyon 2 and, in cooperation with the Laboratory LEACM at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), she continued her research in a more systematic way, studying the effects of social rhythm on the development of Emotional Intelligence. She worked with Daniel Goleman and HAY GROUP of Boston and Athens, where she conducted the majority of her research.
Evy Syrou received her professional licence and title as psychologist from the Université Lumière Lyon 2.
Parallel to her studies, she specialised in the French method of diagnosis and therapy Photolangage® (method based on photography), Drama Therapy (method based on acting), Autogenic Training (method based on the conscious control of breathing and muscle relaxation), and Learning Difficulties (a cognitive model of diagnosis and therapy based on Piaget).
She has worked with Antonio Damasio, at annual conferences in Lyon, themed “Emotion-Cognition”. For five years, she taught the specialised expression programme “Global Assimilation” using role playing at the University of Saint-Étienne. As a member of AFCEA, she has participated in NATO conferences in London and Heidelberg, with the aim of promoting the humanitarian factor across international security structures and institutions.
Since 2004, Evy Syrou has worked in Greece as a Cognitive Psychologist, with face-to-face and group therapy sessions, where she combines different psychological models in order to holistically redefine and activate the Triptych: Mind-Body-Emotion. In this way, she has created an Integrative Approach, which she applies systematically in her sessions, including Photolangage®, Drama Therapy, Autogenic Training and Art Therapy.
She also organises educational and therapeutic seminars, and writes articles for both the Greek and French press. Alongside her psychology studies, Evi Syrou has participated in theatre workshops at the American College of Greece, at the Municipality of Rendis, and at Acting How?, taking part in three performances. She has done Contemporary Dance at the Université Lumière Lyon 2, Dance Expression, Body Theatre and Improvisation with Atropos dance group, and seven years of Capoeira.
Since 2010, she has been passionate about sailing racing and underwater photography.
Conferences & Lectures
Participation and lectures in Athens, Greece and abroad
Athens 2019 - Photo exhibition
Organizer: Municipality of Athens - Theotokopoulou Residence. Photo exhibition titled "Soul in flux - Αnima fluit & research dimensions"
Lecture titled: "The psychology of photography"
Athens 2013 - The American College of Greece - Deree
Organizer: The American College of Greece - Deree - Psychology Week 2013
Lecture as part of Psychology Week titled: “Autogenic Training. More than a stress management technique. The basis of understanding the Mind-Body-Emotion Triptych approach in diagnosis and therapy”
Athens 2012 - ZEON
Organizer: ZEON
Participation in the research PUBLIC SPACE: "What pleases you or bothers you the most when you move daily in the public space of your city". Psychological analysis of photographic material.
Heidelberg 2011 - TECHNET INTERNATIONAL - SUPPORTING NATO IN THE NEXT DECADE
Organizer: AFCEA Europe, under the auspices of State Secretary Rüdiger Wolf, Federal Ministry of Defence, Berlin, 19-21 October 2011, Kongresshaus Stadthalle Heidelberg, Germany
Lecture titled: "How far is emotional intelligence from intelligent decision making? Virtual reality & effects on human behavior"
London 2010 - AFCEA Europe Student Conference
Organizer: 3rd AFCEA Europe Student Conference, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, Westminster, London, October 26, 2010 - "People, Projects and Perceptions - Even thinking is participation!"
Lecture titled: “Time perception of mind, body and emotion in the information era. How technological rhythm influences emotional intelligence.”
Chania 2011 - Mavromataki Educational Institution
Organizer: Mavromataki Educational Institution
Experiential psychology workshop: Stress Management
Patra 2011 - Anatasi Multispace
Organizer: Evy Syrou & Sofia Kamagianni
Experiential psychology workshop: Music therapy as a new method for self-diagnosis. Music creation, personal composition & psychological analysis of the Triptych using music
Athens 2010 - Alternative Therapies Exhibition
Organizer: Ecolife
Athens Municipality Technopolis, 27-30 May 2010. Three day participation in the Alternative Therapies Exhibition and lecture titled: "Emotional Intelligence as a therapy goal"
Athens 2010 - Climax Plus Internet Radio
Organizer: Climax Plus Internet Radio
Radio marathon for mental health.
Lecture titled: "The right to sexual life for people with disabilities."
Nicosia 2010 - The Cyprus Association of Special Educators
Organizer - Partner: The Cyprus Association of Special Educators
Two lectures for special educators and parents of people with disabilities, titled: "The right to sexual life for people with disabilities. Social & Pedagogical Extension."
Mykonos 2010 - Two-day Experiential Workshop
Organizer-Partner: Andiana Geronti, ΚΕ.ΘΕ.ΣΥ Centre
Centre for Therapy Counselling for Children and Adults. Two-day experiential psychology workshop: "Eating & Food Disorders"
Lake Plastira 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 - Experiential Workshops
Organizer: Evy Syrou. Partner: Dimitris Charalambidis, archery trainer and coordinator for Lake Plastira activities.
TAVROPOS Centre for Information & Activities
Three-day experiential psychology workshops titled:
1. "Emotional Intelligence: How to identify it & set it into motion"
2. "Psychokinetics & Representation of Erotic Desire"
Representation of the Mind-Body-Emotion Triptych using Drama Therapy, Photolangage, Dance Therapy, Creative Writing, Art Therapy (drawing and painting) in a natural environment. Activities using hydropods-catamarans, swimming, mud therapy and archery.
Athens 2009 - Panarmonio Conservatory
Organizer-Partner: Nina Kaloutsa, Soprano - The Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory
Experiential psychology workshop: "Music Therapy: How we use music for emotional expression"
Athens 2007, 2008, 2009 - Zorbali Foreign Language School
Organizer: Evy Syrou. Partner: Zoe Zorbali, English teacher and Director of Studies
Lectures for educators and parents, titled:
"Learning Difficulties or Dyslexia?" and "How to deal with difficult students"
Salonica 2008 - Creative Pedagogy Group
Organizer: Evy Syrou Partner: Rodoula Gouliaberi, Physical Education teacher, specializing in the Somato-psychopedagogy technique Dani Bois.
Creative Pedagogy Group "Raft in the City". Experiential psychology workshop: "Psychokinetis & Representation of Erotic Desire" using Drama Therapy, Photolangage, Dance Therapy, Creative Writing and Art Therapy (drawing and painting)
Ioannina 2007-2008 - Centre for Development
Organizer: Evy Syrou Partner: Yiannis Pappas, Psychiatrist
Experiential psychology seminars:
1. "StressManagement using the technique AutogenicTraining"
2. "Stereotype Management"
Ioannina 2009 - Yoga Centre
Organizer: Evy Syrou Partner: Aurilia, yoga instructor
Experiential psychology workshops:
1. "Stress Management using the technique Autogenic Training"
2. "Psychokinetics of Erotic Desire"
Chania 2007 - Mavromataki Educational Institution
Organizers: Chania Municipality & Mavromataki Educational Institution
Lecture with Dr. Stavro Stavrou, Professor at the University of Ioannina and researcher in Learning Diffuclties, titled: "Learning Difficulties or Dyslexia?"
Salonica 2007 - Iris Dance School
Organizer: Evy Syrou Partner: Avgi Progidi, dance instructor and Head of the Dance School of the Municipality of Stavroupoli
Weekly training titled: "Stress Management using the technique Autogenic Training & emotional decoding of body language using movement"
Athens 2006 - Hellenic Theatre, Drama & Education Network
Organizer: Hellenic Theatre, Drama & Education Network
Lecture titled: "Dynamic interaction of the Mind and Body. Searching for the unsaid"
Faliro 2005-2007 - Centre for Theatrical Expression & Personal Development ATROPOS
Organizer: Evy Syrou
Experiential psychology workshops:
"Fear Management"
"Anger Management"
"Stress Management"
"Stereotype and Self-Image Management"
"Learning Difficulties"
"Eating & Food Disorders"
"Emotional Intelligence"
Press
Articles and interviews
Greek press
Einai
Sante
Grazia
Apopsi
Elle
To Vima
Adesmeftos Typos
Armonia
Politics
Life & Health
BHmagazino
Tahydromos
Minoan Lines magazine
France press
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