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Alison Hite

Experienced LMSW blending CBT and mindfulness

LMSW Michigan

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Parenting, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Alison

Alison Hite is a licensed social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who centers her work on practical, evidence-informed strategies.

Background and approach

With 14 years of experience, she blends cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance-based and client-centered approaches to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma, grief, and challenges related to parenting and family dynamics.

Her background includes helping people manage mood disorders, panic attacks, impulsivity, and social anxiety, and she also works with issues like codependency, life purpose, and financial stress. Alison emphasizes a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and goals.

She draws from DBT skills and mindfulness practices to support emotion regulation and present-moment awareness while using motivational interviewing to foster change. Clients can expect a personalized plan that integrates practical coping skills with attention to values and long-term well-being.

Services are offered online in a variety of formats to accommodate different preferences and schedules. Alison communicates in English and practices within Michigan, bringing a pragmatic, compassionate approach informed by years of work with mental health and substance use concerns.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Access



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change behaviors and moods; it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and mood regulation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful action, which can be helpful for stress, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist supports the client’s own capacity for growth and self-directed change.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. Alison works with clients to explore which approaches align with their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to find the most effective combination for each person’s situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to fit sessions into busy lives and to receive support from home. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session styles, and access therapeutic tools in ways that match individual comfort and schedules.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Alison commonly address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and family problems, as well as related topics like grief, panic attacks, and self-esteem.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
The practice integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor treatment to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Alison brings 14 years of experience working with individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges, applying a range of evidence-informed methods.
Where is Alison licensed and practicing?
She holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan; the license is listed as MI LMSW 6801091276.
Does Alison offer sessions in multiple languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for therapy?
Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with Alison?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English