NE Grand Rapids | Muskegon | Alpena | Kentwood 

(616) 439-1866

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Welcome! Meet Laura Marcus, LMSW

Location: Kentwood

Specialties: Trauma, Adoption, Relationship Issues,  Anxiety, Women's Issues Stress, and Depression

Ages: 18+

Laura Marcus earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Hope College and her Master’s of Social Work from Western Michigan University. Laura specialized in trauma across the lifespan during her Master’s program.

Laura has experience addressing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, intimacy issues, grief and loss, posttraumatic stress, and other trauma- and adjustment-related concerns. Laura is especially interested in supporting clients healing from trauma.

To enhance the counseling experience Laura takes a client-centered approach utilizing positive psychology and solution-focused techniques. Laura engages trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy when appropriate, and is mindful of roles that culture and family systems play in clients’ lives.

In addition to her counseling work Laura has spent time living and working with youth and families overseas and she is passionate about diversity and inclusion.

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Client Focus

Trauma

Trauma weighs you down. Laura is here to help you unpack the pain, process the past, and move forward with confidence and care. 

Adoption

Supporting adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive families through identity, relationships, grief, and life transitions. Laura fosters a space for empathy, healing, and growth.

Relationship Issues

Relationships can feel complicated. Laura helps you navigate conflict, communicate better, and reconnect. 

Accepted Insurances

Commercial: Aetna, ASR, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, CHAMPVA, HAP PPO, HAP HMO/EPO, Insight Benefit Administrators (UCS), McLaren, Meridian, Molina, Priority Health, Tricare East / Humana Military, United Health Care, Optum, UMR, Oscar, GEHA, Credence, Surest, VA CCN / Optum

Medicare: Aetna Medicare PPO, Medicare Plus Blue, Blue Care Network Advantage, HAP Medicare, McLaren Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part B, Meridian Dual, Molina Medicare Advantage, Priority Health Medicare, United Health Care Medicare

Medicaid: Not currently accepted

Other: Out of Network, Private Pay (available on a sliding scale if needed)

Rates & Insurance

This is my first time in therapy. What can I expect?

In therapy, you can expect a welcoming and supportive space where we’ll work together to explore your feelings, set personal goals, and develop coping strategies for challenges like anxiety, stress, grief, and more. I’ll tailor our approach using techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to meet your unique needs, empowering you to make positive changes at your own pace.

How do I get started with therapy?

The first step is to fill out the contact form with your information to the best of your ability. One of our intake specialists will then reach out to answer any questions you may have and schedule a brief phone consultation. During this call, we’ll ask you to share a little about yourself and discuss what you’d like to focus on in therapy!

Do you accept Insurance?

Unity Counseling offers a wide range of accepted insurances such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Priority Health, UMR, and United Healthcare. Along with accepting some Medicaid and Medicare! Unity Counseling also offers out of network, private pay avalbile on a sliding scale. If you don't see your insurance or have questions, please give us a call (616-439-1866) to learn more!

How often would we meet?

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to therapy. In the beginning, we typically recommend meeting on a weekly basis. This gives us a chance to get to know one another, and as our work together develops, we encourage personal assessments so we can create a schedule that suits your specific needs.

Frequently Asked Questions!

Whether you’ve worked with a therapist before or this is your first time reaching out, you may have questions about Unity Counseling, Amy, and what our work together might look like. Below are answers to some of the most common questions to help you feel more informed and comfortable as you take this next step.

More questions? Visit our full FAQ page!