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Laurel Backing

Counselor, MA, LPC

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Available both in-person and online
1401 60th St SE Suite B Kentwood, MI 49508
You don’t have to keep holding it all together. If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or weighed down by things you can’t explain, you're not alone. Life gets heavy sometimes, and it’s okay to need support. Whatever you're carrying, you deserve a space where you can slow down, feel safe, and start to heal. Together, we’ll slow things down and figure out what’s really going on, not just the symptoms, but the stories underneath them.
My approach is trauma-informed, flexible, and rooted in what works for you. I use tools like ART, EMDR, CBT, and ACT to help you feel more grounded, clear, and connected. Therapy with me isn’t one-size-fits-all. We will find what fits you best and move at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating — especially if you’ve been carrying things alone for a long time. You don’t have to have it all figured out before reaching out. I’m here to listen, support you, and help you feel a little more like yourself again. When you're ready, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
Call or Laurel Backing now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 209-9299

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1401 60th St SE

Suite B

Kentwood, MI 49508 map

(616) 209-9299

650 South Waverly Road

Holland, MI 49423 map

My website
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (616) 209-9299
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1401 60th St SE

Suite B

Kentwood, MI 49508 map

(616) 209-9299

650 South Waverly Road

Holland, MI 49423 map

My website
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Care Network
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (616) 209-9299
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC
Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (616) 209-9299

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6451022110 Laurel Backing
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Cornerstone University, Master of the Arts in Counseling, Graduated 2021
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC
Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (616) 209-9299
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Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (616) 209-9299

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (616) 209-9299
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Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (616) 209-9299

3 Endorsements

Teresa Hultink
Teresa Hultink
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Laurel is a highly experienced, EMDR Certified Therapist who combines intelligence, compassion, and dedication in all that she does. With her depth of knowledge and years of experience, she creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen.
Lydia Stevenson
Lydia Stevenson
CounselorMALLC
Laurel is compassionate, thoughtful, and dedicated to her work. Her experience, authenticity, and skill as a counselor creates a space for clients to feel supported and seen.

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I specialize EMDR and ART.
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Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 209-9299
"
I specialize EMDR and ART.
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC
Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 209-9299

Groups


Location

Primary Location

1401 60th St SE

Suite B

Kentwood, MI 49508

(616) 209-9299

Additional Location

650 South Waverly Road

Holland, MI 49423

(616) 209-9299
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC
Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 209-9299
Photo of Laurel Backing, Counselor, MA, LPC
Laurel Backing
Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 209-9299