Lara

Lara Abrahamyan, MA

CBT Psychotherapist

“I believe that mental health issues are often phases, periods of crisis that can be survived and worked through. With support, they can lead to greater self-awareness and healthier relationship. Therapy offers a way to face crisis together. I approach each session with dedication and an insistence on honest engagement. ”

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About me

I see my work as both demanding and deeply meaningful. Supporting people through challenging periods and witnessing their growth is what motivates me and keeps me committed to what I do. Both as a person and a therapist, I am down-to-earth, warm and easy to talk to. While I have a broad interest in science, my focus is on understanding how we think, feel, and make sense of our experiences. For over a decade, I have worked with individuals who come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, relief, or growth. Through our work together, they develop meaningful tools and insights to better navigate life’s challenges and personal patterns.

Approach

I offer psychotherapy based on an integrative, holistic approach that respects the connection between mind and body. My work incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, body-oriented and neurological techniques, as well as perspectives drawn from existential and stoic philosophy. This allows the therapeutic process to be tailored to each individual’s needs and experience. I create a space where you feel heard and understood, but we don’t stop there. Alongside deep respect for your personal process, I bring structure, focus, and a thoughtful, critical lens to our work. This allows us to move beyond insight alone and toward real, sustainable change.
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Basic information

Languages:

Armenian, English, French, Russian

Fees:

Direct payment

In-person & Online

Services

I specialize in mind-body approach, stress, burnout, depression, healthy lifestyle, personal growth, Autism (ASD), PTSD, ADHD / Attention Difficulties, Gender Identity, Self-Image, Chronic Illness, Abuse, Grief, Loss & Bereavement and Dream Work.

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Dream Analysis

    A technique that explores the themes, symbols, and emotions in dreams to uncover unconscious thoughts and unresolved feelings.

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  • Supervision

    Professional oversight for therapists and counsellors, providing guidance, ethical support, and reflective space for their clinical work.

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  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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  • Psychometric Testing

    Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Training

    Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.

  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • Art Therapy

    A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.

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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:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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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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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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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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  • Gender Identity & Self-Image

    A person's internal sense of their own gender, which may or may not align with the sex assigned at birth, and the distress or exploration that can accompany this.

  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that 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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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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Professional Title:

  • CBT Psychotherapist

    A psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, an evidence-based approach that changes unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Credentials

Registrations

International Council of Psychologists (ICP)

Qualifications

Master of Arts (MA)

Yerevan State University

Year: 2014

Memberships

Armenian Psychiatric Association (APsA-AM)

Service Areas

Yerevan Center

In-person & Online

Kentron

Yerevan, Yerevan

Armenia

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Kentron, Yerevan, Armenia