Marianne Auger, LMHC

Marianne Auger is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts. She brings 16 years of clinical experience to her work and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and major life changes. Marianne speaks English and practices with a respectful, compassionate style.

She uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thinking and build practical coping skills. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to center the conversation on what matters most to the client.

Marianne has led group programs including anger management, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills groups, and mindfulness classes. She is a certified Mindfulness Instructor and often uses mindfulness tools to reduce reactivity and build calm. Her background includes supporting people facing trauma, grief, addiction, and long-term health challenges.

She approaches sessions with warmth and plain language. Marianne aims to tailor the dialog and plan to each person rather than following one fixed method. That means creating realistic steps for things like better sleep, healthier relationships, and stronger self-esteem.

Clients who want practical strategies alongside emotional support may find this approach helpful. If you are considering therapy for a midlife concern, career stress, caregiving strain, or mood symptoms, Marianne can help you map next steps and set achievable goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Marianne uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. ACT aims to clarify values and build small, consistent steps toward a more meaningful life. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thinking patterns that increase distress and to teach practical skills for changing behaviors and mood.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Marianne will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That way the plan can include short-term coping tools and longer-term changes based on what actually helps.

If you are considering online work, please confirm current session options before booking because formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use these options to support consistent progress while tailoring techniques like mindfulness, ACT exercises, and CBT homework to everyday life.