Mrs Arevik Manukyan, MA

Psychologist

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“If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's demands and notice you are losing your sense of self, you don't have to navigate this alone. Together, we will build the internal mechanisms you need to handle stress, set healthy boundaries, and engage with the world authentically.”

About Me

Do you feel profoundly "out of sync" with the world around you? If you are navigating deep loneliness, identity shifts, or the chronic exhaustion that comes from trying to "fit in" to environments that feel harsh or misaligned, you are not alone. 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. How We Will Work Together: Our work together is not just about coping; it is about reclaiming your power. By peeling back the layers of who the world told you to be, you will discover the internal resources you’ve always had. My goal is that you leave our sessions with: 1. A renewed sense of agency and the confidence to build a life that honors your capabilities. 2. Deep connection to your own potential and internal resources. 3. Practical tools to emerge stronger and more resourceful. You don't have to navigate this alone. Reach out to schedule our first session.

Approach

My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in Existential Psychotherapy and Gestalt principles. I believe that many of our struggles are natural human responses to a complex, shifting world. As a practitioner in my third year at the Yerevan Gestalt Institute, I focus closely 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 self-awareness and wholeness, I help you move beyond just "coping." We will look at the whole context of your life to understand why you feel "out of sync" and actively work toward a more authentic way of existing. How we will work together in our sessions: Navigate Existential Questions: We will address deep feelings of loneliness, searches for meaning, and the heavy pressure to conform to external expectations. Build Deep Awareness: Using Gestalt techniques, we will explore your current behavioral patterns to understand how they serve (or hinder) you in daily life. Reclaim Your Agency: I will support you in making conscious choices that truly align with your authentic self, rather than trying to fit into harsh environments. If you are ready to explore your baseline patterns and build a life with a renewed sense of meaning, feel free to send a message.

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Basic Information

Languages:

Armenian, English, Russian

Fees:

Direct payment

Yerevan, Armenia

In-person & Online

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:

Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Couples Therapy
Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.

Works With:

Adults
Individuals
Couples
Adolescents
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.
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Professional Title:

Psychologist
A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Qualifications

MA in Psychology

Public Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia

Year: 2023

MA in Sociology and Social Anthropology

Central European University

Year: 2006

Gestalt Therapist in Training

Gestalt Institute of Yerevan, associate member of EAGT

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 Areas

Calenda

In-person & Online

Kentron

Yerevan, Yerevan 0054

Armenia

Also serving online:

Yerevan

Kentron, Yerevan, Armenia