Marion Saulque, LMHC

Marion Saulque is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with three years of experience supporting people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, and bipolar-related concerns. She brings direct experience helping women who have lived in domestic violence shelters and those in substance use treatment services, working alongside them to build safer, more stable lives for themselves and their children.

Her work in those settings has deepened her understanding of trauma, survival, and the practical needs that arise in recovery. Marion moved into counseling in her early 40s after a previous career as an automotive mechanic, and she brings a grounded, problem-solving approach and a bit of humor to the therapeutic relationship. She has lived in California, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, and now Washington, where she currently resides.

Marion describes her style as client-centered and eclectic, focusing on collaboration and practical skills. She has pursued training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and internal family systems, and she works to remain culturally competent, open-minded, and nonjudgmental. As a Native American who holds a spiritual perspective, she emphasizes respect for all living things.

Change is often challenging and requires courage and practice. Marion usually offers two new skills per week that clients can try and keep as useful, and she partners with clients to help them move toward a life they find meaningful and worth living.

Approaches and online care for trauma and everyday challenges

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s own goals and pace, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist helps the person explore values, strengths, and choices. This approach is useful for building self-esteem, navigating life changes, and improving relationships.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach used to help people process and reduce the intensity of traumatic memories. It can be helpful for those coping with post-traumatic stress, past assaults, or other distressing experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can ease symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and stress. It emphasizes short-term strategies that clients can apply between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Marion works with each person to consider symptoms, goals, and preferences, and together they determine which methods to try and how to adapt them over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to connect from different locations. Licensed professionals can use these formats to teach skills, process experiences, and support progress in ways that fit each client’s life.