Marianne Lagutaine
MA Art Therapy, MA Counselling
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Parenting coaching
Marianne is passionate about positive parenting and trained in co-parenting coordination. Marianne is also a mom of three, so when she talks with parents, it is informed by theory and real experience.
2.
Individual coaching
Marianne provides support to adults, teenagers, children and families.
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Workshops & Talks
Marianne has provided art facilitation and workshops to diverse audiences, ranging from parents, to schools and teachers.
About me
Marianne is passionate about working
with people and facilitating the well-being of her clients.
After working over a decade of working in advertising, Marianne decided to refocus her professional skills and, transferring her communication and problem-solving skills and began her training in the therapy field. Marianne holds both a Masters in Art Therapy from LASALLE, Singapore, and a Masters in Mental HEalth Counseling from Monash University, Australia. For the last decade. Marianne has honed her therapeutic skills in her private practice in Hong Kong as well as working in association with counseling clinics and as a counselor in an international school in HK. When she and her family moved to the USA in 2020, Marianne embarked on her doctorate and will be graduating in the summer of 2027. She is currently a doctoral intern at the Charlotte VA, supporting Veterans who experienced trauma and mental health challenges. She still offers one-on-one coaching, talks on parenting & stress management, as well as group workshops.
Marianne uses an integrated approach to support clients with a wide range of issues, including self-esteem, interpersonal challenges, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and grief.
Marianne's areas of interest include:
• co-parenting
• women’s psychology
• parenting
• third culture families
• life transitions
• mind-body connection
• trauma
My approach
Marianne has undergone training in art therapy, counselling, group dynamics, parenting co-ordination, family systems approaches, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness. However, it is important to acknowledge that each client and their situation is unique.Together and in collaboration we will work out a strategy and approach that fits your individual needs. Marianne is passionate about empowering each of her clients as they strive to live their life to the fullest potential.