Therapy is a catalyst for change. I believe you have the strength, wisdom and capacity to heal and live a more fully authentic, meaningful life. I am honored to join you in this transformative process.
The decision to seek therapy is an incredibly brave one. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, illness, addiction or self-judgement may be standing in the way of your growth. You may feel stuck in place, trapped in old habits or merely surviving when you want to thrive.
Therapy can offer you skills and a new perspective to make the changes you are seeking. Together we can expand your ability to be present with your feelings from a place of compassion and curiosity.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and hopeful. I offer a solution focused, brief therapy framework to join you in identifying your strengths, to identify solutions and support you in making positive life changes that will sustain your mental wellness and bring the joy and passion back into your life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades experience in Alaska, with a passion for health and wellness.
My clinical experiences include work in oncology, mental health, crisis intervention, trauma and substance abuse. This lens offers valuable insight into many concerns you bring today.
Therapy is also about finding meaning and purpose in life and living it well. I am passionate about many things and it includes the simple pleasures of life. I enjoy walking my dog, hiking, nature photography, a great cup of coffee and laughter with friends.
It is my honor to support you today to help you reach your goals.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Marie Lavigne. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Marie is awesome! She is my first therapist and she listens well and has great tools to help in so many ways. Sometimes I say things I’m not sure I’m supposed to even be saying but she doesn’t judge, she listens and helps which is exactly what I need in a therapist. 10/10!
Written on Sep 25, 2025 after therapy with Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Marie has been the best. She took me from a very low point and challenging stage of my life and helped me find the strength and confidence to build myself back up. She is very patient and supportive and I could have gone through the life transition as quickly and effectively without her support!
Written on May 13, 2025 after therapy with Marie for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have a tendency to avoid sticking to therapy and I feel like Marie Lavigne understands that and respects it, and I appreciate her for allowing me to seek advise from her when I need it and checking up on me every now and then.
Written on Mar 24, 2025 after therapy with Marie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I’ve been seeing Marie for almost 3 months now on a weekly basis. She has exceeded any and all expectations I’ve had for a therapist. I’ve seen countless Counselors, mediators and psychologists. She has helped me more in just a month or two than I have had with anyone else in the past 10 years. She is kind, thoughtful, resourceful, creative, and offers a ton of support. I’d highly recommend her to anyone and everyone looking to better themselves.
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Marie is timely in response, professional, and has brought an immense amount of experience and care to my therapy. I'm very grateful for her thorough care for my needs.
Written on Jan 27, 2025 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Marie has been great support and very responsive when I reach out to her!
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties