“The curious paradox is when we accept ourselves just as we are, then we can change.”
Laura Hicks, LLPC, NCC
Laura is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor practicing in East Lansing, MI and online. She specializes in the treatment of traumas of many types and is trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused (SAFE) EMDR. Ask her about using tabletop role-playing games in individual and group therapy, too!
Most of all, Laura wants you to know that the therapy is yours, your time to learn about yourself. She loves being there to guide and support those who are dedicated to setting aside time for themselves each week, whether they want to build their coping skills or uncover the root of current mental health and wellbeing challenges.
I graduated with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2020 from Walden University and have maintained National Certified Counselor since 2021.
The first certification I pursued after graduation was super geeky and has proven very helpful: Therapeutic Game Master! Feel free to ask me more about this one.
In 2022 I trained in EMDR while also learning Internal Family Systems therapy. The two can be an effective pair for various stressors and traumas. I’ll answer your questions about these too.
While all these methods and therapies can be helpful, my main focus in the session is on you and your story, being with you on your journey toward wellness.
Laura’s Services
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EMDR trained
I received training and supervision in Somatic and Attachment-Focused (SAFE) EMDR at the PTI Institute in Ann Arbor, MI in 2022, an EMDR International Association approved training organization. To learn more about the benefits of EMDR therapy, click the link below.
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IFS informed
What does IFS informed mean? I have practiced Internal Family Systems in my own therapy and in my own life. I have read books by its founders and experts. I have completed webinars composed by its experts and founder. I have NOT completed the Level 1 training and cannot claim to be an IFS clinician.
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Tabletop Role-Playing
I trained through Geek Therapeutics to become a Therapeutic Game Master! Game play in a group setting can be a little less intimidating than sitting in a circle sharing feelings, while still getting the therapy benefit. Yes, it’s still therapy! I use various therapeutic approaches, including Narrative, ACT, and some IFS-informed.
Laura offers a free 15-minute phone consultation before committing to ongoing services.
You’ll talk about what to expect during the counseling process with Laura and what you need from therapy, so you can both better decide if you’ll be a good match for counseling.
Insurance & Payment
I currently accept the following Medicaid:
Michigan Medicaid
Meridian
McLaren
Initial Assessment
This first session we focus on getting to know each other and what therapy will be like. I’ll ask questions about you and what you’d like to accomplish in therapy.
50-55 mins | $120 | Get started
Therapy Session
Talk therapy, EMDR, or a combination of the two.
50-55 mins | $120 | Get started