Ms Elza Poghosyan, MA

Clinical Psychologist

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“I offer online therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, OCD symptoms, grief and loss, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of chronic illness and major life transitions.”

About Me

I am a clinical psychologist based in Yerevan, Armenia, offering online therapy mainly in Armenian but also in English, and Russian. I work with adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma-related difficulties, OCD symptoms, grief, emotional overwhelm, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of chronic illness. My academic background includes a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy from Yerevan State University. I am also in advanced psychotherapy training at the Yerevan Gestalt Institute, an associated member of EAGT (the European Association for Gestalt Therapy). My clinical work has included online practice, community mental health settings, and psycho-oncology and palliative care support for individuals and families facing serious illness and loss. I am especially committed to supporting Armenian-speaking clients and members of the Armenian diaspora who are seeking therapy in their native language. For many people, speaking in their mother tongue creates a greater sense of emotional safety, clarity, and depth in therapy.

Approach

My therapeutic style is warm, respectful, and collaborative. I believe that every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves, even when life feels heavy, confusing, or emotionally overwhelming. At times, people come to therapy during very dark periods of life, and I believe that with the right support, those periods can gradually give way to greater clarity, relief, and hope. My primary orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I also integrate Gestalt-informed, trauma-informed, and experiential approaches when clinically appropriate. In our work together, we may explore recurring emotional patterns, automatic thoughts, core beliefs, relationship dynamics, and coping strategies that may no longer be serving you. I aim to help you better understand your inner world while also developing practical tools for meaningful and sustainable change. I see therapy as both a space for insight and a space for healing. My goal is to offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental environment where you can feel understood, supported, and gently challenged when needed. Whether you are facing anxiety, grief, trauma-related difficulties, OCD symptoms, relationship pain, or a difficult life transition, I hope our work can help you move toward greater balance, resilience, and a deeper connection with yourself.

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Basic Information

Yerevan, Armenia

Services

I offer therapy for adults facing anxiety, depression, OCD symptoms, trauma-related difficulties, grief and loss, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and the emotional impact of chronic illness and significant life transitions.

Services Offered:

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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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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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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Works With:

•Adults
•Couples
•Individuals
•Elderly

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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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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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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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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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Professional Title:

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Clinical Psychologist
An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Qualifications

MA in Clinical Psychology

Masters

Yerevan State University

Year: 2021

Essentials of CBT at A. Beck Institute of CBT

Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, USA

Year: 2022

Gestalt psychotherapy

Gestalt Institute of yerevan, Associate member of The European association for Gestalt Therapy EAGT

Year: 2027

Registrations

Yerevan State University – Faculty of Psychology

Service Area

Private practice in “ ARAR” Psychology Centre, Yerevan

In-person & Online

Kentron

Yerevan, Yerevan

Armenia