- Anxiety and depression
- Parenting stress
- Addictions support
About Alison
Alison Hite is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who face mental health and substance use challenges and commonly helps people dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting stress, and life changes.
Alison often sees clients who are navigating grief, trauma, mood swings, panic, and difficulties with relationships or family of origin. She also supports people facing addiction, isolation, impulsivity, and struggles around money or life purpose. Her work includes helping those with autism spectrum concerns and social anxiety when those issues come up in adult life.
Her practice combines client-centered listening with practical, skills-based methods. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify thinking patterns and on acceptance-based ideas to help people notice what matters most to them. Mindfulness and dialectical skills are used to manage strong emotions and build steadier daily routines.
Sessions focus on concrete goals such as reducing panic attacks, improving sleep and routines, managing impulsive behavior, or building healthier communication habits. Alison uses motivational interviewing approaches when people want to change substance use or other entrenched patterns. She helps set small, achievable steps and reviews progress together.
People working with Alison can expect straightforward conversation and clear strategies. She prioritizes practical skills alongside reflective talk so clients leave sessions with something useful to try between meetings.
How Alison’s therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small actions that match what matters to them. It can reduce getting stuck in overthinking and help with anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying different behaviors to change how someone feels. It is often used for panic, social anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to notice thoughts and sensations without reacting immediately, which can be useful for stress, impulsivity, and emotional ups and downs.Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. Alison will discuss goals and preferences and collaborate on which approaches to try. She checks in about what is helping and adjusts techniques so sessions feel relevant and realistic for everyday life.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around school or work, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time so people can use a break between commitments. Licensed professionals commonly use these conveniences to keep therapy consistent with day-to-day life.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma, grief, mood disorders, parenting challenges, and related life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is client-centered and practical, combining listening with skill-building from CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 14 years of experience working with adults on mental health and substance use concerns.
What credential and state does she hold?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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