Yellow Brick Road Therapy

My name is Elena Manucharyan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Fresno, California and work with clients in person and via telehealth. I have experience working with adolescents and foster youth with high needs and specialize in anxiety, trauma, stress, and depressive disorders, using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client Centered Therapy to help my clients process their life events and progress forward. I have found that my approach and style is a good fit for youth and adults who may be dealing with challenges of life and social pressures or have experienced criticism or disapproval for choices made. This allows me to offer my acceptance, empathy, and guidance as clients work on personal growth and positive change. I also work with family members of my clients to provide skills to better support the client with their mental health symptoms and life transitions. My approach to therapy varies based on each client’s needs. I most frequently use Client Centered Therapy to help me meet my clients where they are at and focus our treatment on their personal goals and needs. I also utilize art therapy techniques to incorporate creative methods of expression for clients who have difficulty expressing their emotions.