Laura Hawkins

Hi, I'm Laura, a licensed clinical social worker & founder of Laetissima Mental Health (pronounced lay-TISS-uh-muh, meaning "a happy mind, the most happy").

After graduating from Michigan State University, I've worked in community mental health, crisis services, residential settings, and private practice supporting people through anxiety, trauma, and the kind of life stress that can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed.

Over the years I've had the privilege of working with people from many different walks of life, and I believe everyone deserves a place where they can be honest, feel understood, and not judged (even if they say "Go Blue"!)

I believe a little warmth and even a bit of humor can go a long way when navigating the mind and messier parts of being human.

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions and see if we're a good fit before scheduling.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, creative, practical, and focused on helping clients understand what's happening beneath the surface of their thoughts and emotions. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about what's going on in your life.

I often work with people who struggle with anxiety, overthinking, stress, or feel stuck in patterns they can't quite break. Using approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, attachment-based work, and trauma-informed care, I help clients better understand their reactions and develop tools making daily life feel more manageable.

Together we focus on building insight, creating meaningful change, and helping you feel more confident navigating life's challenges.

During our first session, we'll focus on getting to know each other and discussing what brings you to therapy. You can expect a supportive, relaxed environment where you can share at your own pace.

We'll talk about the challenges you've been facing, what you'd like to work toward, and begin identifying goals for therapy. From there, we'll start building a plan with practical tool and strategies that support meaningful progress.