Mrs Arevik Manukyan, MA

Psychotherapist

“Do you feel like there is something fundamentally 'wrong' with you because you struggle to fit into the world around you? If you are feeling lonely, confused, and exhausted by the pressure to constantly adjust, I want you to know that you are not the problem. Often, it is the world that is misaligned, not you. I offer a space where you don't have to change who you are to be 'functional.' Together, we will work on building mechanisms that allow you to navigate life's challenges and engage with the world authentically, without losing yourself in the process.”

About Me

I support individuals who feel profoundly "out of sync" with the world around them. This includes those navigating deep loneliness, identity shifts, or the chronic exhaustion that comes from trying to "fit in" to environments that feel harsh or misaligned. I am particularly drawn to working with people who feel they must constantly mask their true selves to be accepted or productive. If you often feel that your distress is a natural response to an overwhelming world, you will find a safe space here. Working with me is a collaborative partnership where your dignity always comes before a diagnosis. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and deeply curious. I don’t see myself as an expert who "fixes" you; instead, I am a partner who helps you navigate life's challenges. In our sessions, we will move at your pace to dismantle the external "shoulds" that weigh you down, replacing them with practical tools to protect your energy and help you stay connected to your authentic self. "Our work together is not just about coping; it is about reclaiming your power. As we navigate your challenges, the goal is for you to emerge stronger, more resourceful, and deeply connected to your own potential. By peeling back the layers of who the world told you to be, you will discover the internal resources you’ve always had. You will leave our sessions not just with better mechanisms for engagement, but with a renewed sense of agency and the confidence to build a life that truly honors your capabilities."

Approach

My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in Existential Psychotherapy and Gestalt principles. I believe that many of our struggles are not 'defects' but human responses to a complex world. As a practitioner in my third year at the Yerevan Gestalt Institute, I focus on the 'here and now,' helping you become aware of how you relate to yourself and the environment around you. Why I work this way: By combining the existential focus on meaning and freedom with Gestalt’s emphasis on awareness and wholeness, I help you move beyond just 'coping.' We look at the context of your life to understand why you feel 'out of sync' and work toward a more authentic way of existing. How I aim to help: In our sessions, we will work together to: Navigate Existential Questions: Addressing loneliness, meaning, and the pressure to conform. Build Awareness: Using Gestalt techniques to understand your current patterns and how they serve (or hinder) you. Reclaim Agency: Helping you make choices that align with your true self rather than external expectations."

Contact Arevik

Ask a quick question or arrange a time to meet.

Basic Information

Yerevan, Armenia

Services

Identity & Authenticity: I support individuals who feel they have lost their sense of self while trying to meet societal expectations. We work on "unmasking" and reclaiming your true identity in a world that often demands conformity. Existential Loneliness & Alienation: I specialize in working with those who feel profoundly "out of sync" or alone, even when surrounded by others. We explore themes of meaning, belonging, and finding your place on your own terms. Navigating Life Transitions: Whether you are facing a career change, a move, or a shift in relationships, I help you navigate the confusion of "in-between" periods where old coping mechanisms no longer feel sufficient. Coping with a Harsh World (Burnout & Stress): I help clients who feel overwhelmed by the pace and pressure of modern life. We focus on building internal resources to engage with the world without sacrificing your mental well-being. Individual Psychotherapy: Deep, reflective sessions utilizing Gestalt and Existential frameworks. This is a space for long-term growth, self-awareness, and personal empowerment. Online Counseling: Flexible sessions via secure video platforms, allowing you to engage in therapeutic work from the comfort and safety of your own space. Support for Students & Professionals: Specialized focus on those navigating the high-pressure environments of academia or the modern workplace, helping to prevent burnout and maintain a sense of self.

Services Offered:

•
Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
•
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online Therapy
•
Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
Learn more about Online Counselling
•
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
Learn more about Individual Therapy
•
Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
Learn more about Counselling

Works With:

•Adults
•Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

•
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about Anxiety
•
Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
Learn more about Anger
•
Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
•
Career Planning
The process of exploring professional options, clarifying goals, and making decisions about one's career path and direction.
•
Control Issues
A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.
•
Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
Learn more about Depression
•
Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
Learn more about Grief, Loss & Bereavement
•
Guilt or Forgiveness
Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.
•
Identity & Self-Image
A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

Professional Title:

•
Psychotherapist
A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications

MA in Psychology

Masters

Pubic Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia

Year: 2023

MA in Sociology and Social Anthropology

Masters

Central European University

Year: 2006

Gestalt Therapist in Training

Gestalt Institute of Yerevan

Year: 2027

192 Hours of Existential Psychotherapy (4 modules)

Yerevan State University

Year: 2025

Certificate of Completion The Art and Science of Coaching Modules 1-4

Erickson International

Year: 2017

Service Area

Calenda

In-person & Online

Kentron

Yerevan, Yerevan 0054

Armenia

Also serving online:

Yerevan