Michelle Ivanne Avila

Registered Psychologist (RPsy) | Anxiety, Burnout & Feeling Stuck

Michelle Ivanne Avila

Registered Psychologist (RPsy) | Anxiety, Burnout & Feeling Stuck

๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ โ€“๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐Œ๐ƒ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ข๐ฅ๐ž. ๐ˆโ€™๐ฆ ๐Œ๐ข๐œ๐ก๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž, ๐š ๐‘๐ž๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ฒ๐œ๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ (๐‘๐๐ฌ๐ฒ). If youโ€™ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuckโ€”youโ€™re not alone. Many of the people I work with are doing their best on the outside, but struggling internally with pressure, uncertainty, or emotional exhaustion. I support individuals navigating: - Anxiety and overthinking - Burnout and stress - Life transitions and feeling โ€œlostโ€ - Relationship and identity concerns - Academic and career-related challenges With a background in psychology, education, and human-centered care, Iโ€™ve worked with students, young professionals, and individuals facing both personal and professional demands. My approach is ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง-๐œ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐, combining evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-informed care. Sessions are tailored to your needs, whether you prefer structured strategies or reflective processing. ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฌ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐š ๐ฌ๐š๐Ÿ๐ž, ๐ง๐จ๐ง-๐ฃ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ž where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, life transitions, or simply trying to make sense of what you're going through, you are welcome here. ๐ŸŒฑ Therapy is not about โ€œfixingโ€ you, itโ€™s about supporting you as you understand yourself and find your way forward. If you feel ready, you can go ahead and book a session at a time that works for you. ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž๐ฌ ๐Ž๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐: 1. Therapy & Emotional Support Sessions One-on-one sessions focused on understanding your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe and supportive space. These sessions may include approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and other evidence-based methods, depending on your needs. Best for: Anxiety and overthinking Stress and burnout Life transitions and uncertainty Relationship and identity concerns Feeling โ€œstuckโ€ or emotionally overwhelmed 2. Emotional Clarity Session (Non-Diagnostic) A guided session designed to help you make sense of what youโ€™re currently feeling and going through. This is not focused on diagnosis, but on: Understanding your emotions Identifying patterns Gaining clarity on where to start Ideal for first-time clients who feel: โ€œI donโ€™t know whatโ€™s happening to meโ€ Confused, overwhelmed, or unsure what kind of help they need 3. Mental Health & Fit-to-Work Assessment A structured evaluation focused on your psychological readiness and overall well-being in relation to work demands. 4. Psychological & Diagnostic Evaluation A more in-depth assessment used when there is a need to better understand mental health functioning and guide appropriate recommendations. 5. Career Counseling Support in making informed career decisions, managing work-related stress, and navigating professional transitions. 6. Academic Support & Guidance Helping students manage academic pressure, improve coping strategies, and gain clarity in their goals and direction.

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Counseling and Psychotherapy

Academic & Workplace Mental Health

Anxiety & Overthinking

Burnout & Stress Management

Life & Career Transitions

Relationship Concerns

Self-Esteem & Identity Concerns

In-Person

Online

๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ โ€“๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐Œ๐ƒ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ข๐ฅ๐ž. ๐ˆโ€™๐ฆ ๐Œ๐ข๐œ๐ก๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž, ๐š ๐‘๐ž๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ฒ๐œ๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ (๐‘๐๐ฌ๐ฒ). If youโ€™ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuckโ€”youโ€™re not alone. Many of the people I work with are doing their best on the outside, but struggling internally with pressure, uncertainty, or emotional exhaustion. I support individuals navigating: - Anxiety and overthinking - Burnout and stress - Life transitions and feeling โ€œlostโ€ - Relationship and identity concerns - Academic and career-related challenges With a background in psychology, education, and human-centered care, Iโ€™ve worked with students, young professionals, and individuals facing both personal and professional demands. My approach is ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง-๐œ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐, combining evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-informed care. Sessions are tailored to your needs, whether you prefer structured strategies or reflective processing. ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฌ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐š ๐ฌ๐š๐Ÿ๐ž, ๐ง๐จ๐ง-๐ฃ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ž where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, life transitions, or simply trying to make sense of what you're going through, you are welcome here. ๐ŸŒฑ Therapy is not about โ€œfixingโ€ you, itโ€™s about supporting you as you understand yourself and find your way forward. If you feel ready, you can go ahead and book a session at a time that works for you. ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž๐ฌ ๐Ž๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐: 1. Therapy & Emotional Support Sessions One-on-one sessions focused on understanding your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe and supportive space. These sessions may include approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and other evidence-based methods, depending on your needs. Best for: Anxiety and overthinking Stress and burnout Life transitions and uncertainty Relationship and identity concerns Feeling โ€œstuckโ€ or emotionally overwhelmed 2. Emotional Clarity Session (Non-Diagnostic) A guided session designed to help you make sense of what youโ€™re currently feeling and going through. This is not focused on diagnosis, but on: Understanding your emotions Identifying patterns Gaining clarity on where to start Ideal for first-time clients who feel: โ€œI donโ€™t know whatโ€™s happening to meโ€ Confused, overwhelmed, or unsure what kind of help they need 3. Mental Health & Fit-to-Work Assessment A structured evaluation focused on your psychological readiness and overall well-being in relation to work demands. 4. Psychological & Diagnostic Evaluation A more in-depth assessment used when there is a need to better understand mental health functioning and guide appropriate recommendations. 5. Career Counseling Support in making informed career decisions, managing work-related stress, and navigating professional transitions. 6. Academic Support & Guidance Helping students manage academic pressure, improve coping strategies, and gain clarity in their goals and direction.

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Clinic Schedules

Choose from 2 available clinics

Online Clinic (Using NowServing app)
Hi, Iโ€™m Michelle, a Registered Psychologist (RPsy). If youโ€™ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns you canโ€™t seem to breakโ€”youโ€™re not alone. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside but struggling internally. I support individuals navigating: - Anxiety and overthinking - Burnout and emotional exhaustion - Life transitions and uncertainty - Relationship and identity concerns - Academic and career-related stress With experience in both clinical and academic settings, Iโ€™ve worked with students and young professionals facing real-life pressures and expectations. My approach is integrative and person-centered, using: CBT, DBT, SFBT, and trauma-informed, mindfulness-based practices. Our sessions are a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, process your experiences, and better understand yourselfโ€”at your own pace. Whether you feel stuck, lost, or simply need someone to help you sort things outโ€”you are welcome here. Therapy is not about fixing you. Itโ€™s about helping you understand yourself and move forward with clarity and intention. If you feel ready, you may book a session at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Monday

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday to Thursday

07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Fee

P 1200

Fee: P 1200

MindBlends by 4Ts Psychological Services
Room 407, WEB-JET Building 64 BMA corner Quezon Avenue, Quezon City, Quezon City, Philippines, 1113

Monday

01:00 PM - 07:00 PM

(By Appointment)

Fee

P 1700

Fee: P 1700

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay first to get an appointment?

Yes, you will have to pay the fee before I will receive the request. The consultation fee includes only the following: examining the patient regarding the complaint, giving the correct diagnosis, and giving the appropriate management/prescription. There will be additional fees charges to you for any additional services offered during the consultation.

What is your NO SHOW policy?

To ensure quality care, a 15-minute grace period is observed for all sessions. Arrivals beyond this will be considered a no-show, and the session will be forfeited without refund. Sessions require 45โ€“60 minutes for meaningful progress. In case of emergencies, please inform us in advance to explore possible accommodations. By booking, you acknowledge and accept this policy.

How long do I need to wait to get a response to my booking request?

During the psychologist's scheduled working hours, especially when he is in a session, please allow up to 2-4 hours for a response. On days off, anticipate a reply within the day.

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Affiliations

Psychological Association of the Philippines

Philippine Mental Health Association, Inc

Education

University of Santo Tomas - MA in Psychology, 2015

University of Santo Tomas - PhD in Clinical Pscyhology ,

Certifications

Psychologists Licensure Examination (2023)

Earliest Available Schedule
Affiliations

Psychological Association of the Philippines

Philippine Mental Health Association, Inc

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay first to get an appointment?

Yes, you will have to pay the fee before I will receive the request. The consultation fee includes only the following: examining the patient regarding the complaint, giving the correct diagnosis, and giving the appropriate management/prescription. There will be additional fees charges to you for any additional services offered during the consultation.

What is your NO SHOW policy?

To ensure quality care, a 15-minute grace period is observed for all sessions. Arrivals beyond this will be considered a no-show, and the session will be forfeited without refund. Sessions require 45โ€“60 minutes for meaningful progress. In case of emergencies, please inform us in advance to explore possible accommodations. By booking, you acknowledge and accept this policy.

How long do I need to wait to get a response to my booking request?

During the psychologist's scheduled working hours, especially when he is in a session, please allow up to 2-4 hours for a response. On days off, anticipate a reply within the day.

See all 5 questions