Marianne Auger, LMHC

Marianne Auger is a licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts with more than 16 years of professional experience. She has worked with clients across the lifespan, from young children as young as four to older adults, and has led a variety of group programs including anger management, dialectical behavior therapy skills groups, and mindfulness training. As an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she combines structured therapeutic techniques with mindfulness-based practices she has taught and certified in.

Her clinical experience includes supporting people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger management, depression, and major life transitions. She draws on evidence-based methods to create personalized care, adapting conversations and treatment plans to each person’s distinct needs and goals. Marianne emphasizes sensitivity, respect, and compassion in her work, believing that a strong therapeutic connection is essential to progress.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, she offers steady support as clients pursue more fulfilling and balanced lives. Her approach blends practical skills, emotional understanding, and collaborative planning to help individuals build coping strategies and move toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Marianne Auger integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) alongside a client-centered stance. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it can be useful for anxiety, life transitions, and patterns that reduce overall well-being. DBT teaches practical skills for regulating intense emotions, managing stress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with anger, emotional reactivity, and relationship challenges. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, creating a respectful space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports personal growth.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marianne works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people access care. Sessions may occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing appointments to fit into busy schedules and making it easier to continue work from home or while traveling. For many clients, these options improve consistency and make it simpler to practice skills between sessions with guidance from licensed professionals.