Maria Kyriakidou
Paediatric Physiotherapist · MSc · PhD
Clinical and academic experience in paediatric physiotherapy, prematurity, early intervention and neurodevelopmental assessment.
Paediatric physiotherapy
Every child has a unique journey.
We support infants, children, adolescents and their families with specialist knowledge, early intervention and care focused on movement, function and participation.
Our team
The people behind KYPSELI
Maria Kyriakidou, Chrysa Mamalou, Michalis Georgiadis and Christina Chantzara are paediatric physiotherapists. Popi Papakyriakidou supports families through reception and day-to-day communication.
Chrysa Mamalou
Paediatric Physiotherapist
Special interest in neurodevelopmental physiotherapy, early intervention and support for infants and children.
Michalis Georgiadis
Paediatric Physiotherapist
Focuses on motor function, balance, coordination and meaningful participation in everyday activities.
Christina Chantzara
Paediatric Physiotherapist
A contemporary child-centred approach with emphasis on early intervention, therapeutic play and active family participation.
Popi Papakyriakidou
Reception & Administration
Welcomes families, coordinates communication and helps every appointment start with warmth and consistency.
Our space
A warm space for movement, play and learning
KYPSELI is a bright, welcoming and flexible environment. Treatment rooms, the office with the fireplace and activity areas are adapted to the needs of children, families and educational events.
How we can help
Paediatric physiotherapy focused on function and participation
Paediatric physiotherapy supports motor and functional development from infancy through adolescence. Assessment and intervention consider posture, movement, balance, coordination, gait, play, daily activities and family priorities.
Paediatric physiotherapy
Specialised assessment of movement, function and participation throughout childhood.
Developmental concerns
Early recognition and individualised support when a child shows motor or functional difficulties.
Individual programmes
Goals and activities tailored to the child and family.
Family partnership
Practical guidance for daily routines, home, school and play.
Intensive programmes
Time-limited, goal-oriented intervention when increased practice is clinically appropriate.
Intensive programmes
Focused intervention with clear functional goals
Intensive programmes are individually planned after paediatric physiotherapy assessment. Frequency, duration and activities are adapted to the child's age, needs, function and family goals.
May include
Gross motor skills
Balance and coordination
Gait and mobility
Functional participation
Play-based goals
Family coaching
KYPSELI application
Growing Together
A developmental guide created as a separate KYPSELI tool. Choose an age, explore milestones and abilities, find play activities and track progress.
What it includes
Milestones
Abilities
Activities
Games
Progress tracking
Prematurity & corrected age
Videos & illustrated guidance
When to seek assessment
Seminars & education
Clinical education within KYPSELI
KYPSELI hosts educational activities combining theory and hands-on clinical learning. The therapy environment is adapted for small-group teaching, discussion and practical training.
20–21 September 2025 · Thessaloniki
Hammersmith Neurological Examination of Newborns and Infants
Two-day seminar with practical application, led by Maria Kyriakidou and Chrysa Mamalou.
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11–13 November 2022 · Thessaloniki
Autism Spectrum Disorder – Visual Strategies, Communication & Behaviour Management
Scientific seminar with practical training based on TEACCH principles.
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27 April–8 May 2020 · Thessaloniki
Advanced Baby NDT/Bobath
Advanced education with Lois Bly, PT, MA, C/NDT and Madonna Nash, OTR/L, C/NDT.
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