About Us

Compassionate virtual therapy in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania

No one told you adulting would be this hard….

Sure, you knew life wouldn’t always be easy. But you’ve handled tough situations in the past with a little extra effort and managed just fine.

But now? What used to work… doesn’t.

You feel overwhelmed and desperate. it’s like everyone else has it figured out but you.

As we progress through life, the challenges get more complex. The stakes feel higher. And it can feel suddenly as if we aren’t equipped to deal with them.

Take a breath — you're in the right place.

Welcome to ECA Counseling.

VIRTUAL COUNSELING IN MASSACHUSETTS, CONNECTICUT & PENNSYLVANIA

Who We Are

We know that life moves in seasons. Some are challenging, others bring clarity, and many are a mix of both. We're here to walk beside you through all of it: the messy middle, the grief, the breakthroughs, the growth.

At ECA Counseling, we offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to you. Our approach is grounded in honesty, connection, and curiosity. Through real conversations, practical tools, and a gentle push when needed, we help clients challenge old patterns, build confidence, and feel like themselves again.

We support individuals navigating:

  • Infertility, IVF, and perinatal mental health

  • Anxiety, depression, and trauma

  • Life transitions, parenting stress, and burnout

  • Body image, eating disorders, and disordered eating

  • Transition-age youth/young adults (16-25) navigating the complexities of the developmental stage between adolescence and adulthood

We bring warmth, humor, and deep respect to every session — because we know how hard it is to open up, and how much courage it takes to start.

Our Values

  • A Safe, Judgment-Free Space

     We create a space where you can be honest, open, and real without fear of being judged.

  • We Really Listen

    We take the time to understand what’s going on, not just on the surface, but underneath it too.

  • Honest, Helpful Feedback

    We believe in offering insight that’s clear, useful, and most importantly, honest. You deserve real conversations that help you grow, not just what you want to hear.

  • Everyone’s Welcome Here

    All races, backgrounds, religions, identities, abilities, and orientations—no exceptions. You belong.

Meet the Team

  • Erin Auster

    FOUNDER, LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

    Specialties: Reproductive Mental Health, Infertility & Loss, EMDR, Parenting, Marriage Challenges

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  • Ariel Taichman-Robins

    LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

    Specialties: Perfectionism, Body Image, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Anxiety

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  • Hailey White

    LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

    Specialties: Emerging adulthood (ages 16-25), Complex/Developmental Trauma, Integrating Creativity

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