Alison Hite , LMSW

Alison Hite is a licensed social worker in Michigan with 14 years of experience supporting people facing mental health and substance use challenges. She has spent her career helping adults and families navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting difficulties, autism, and ADHD. Alison holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and brings a practical, empathetic approach to clinical work.

Her counseling style centers on building a warm, client-centered relationship that prioritizes each person’s goals and strengths. She blends cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic and solution-focused strategies, and she draws on motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. This combination allows her to address thoughts, behaviors, and the personal values that motivate long-term progress.

Treatment is tailored to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol. Alison collaborates with clients to create focused plans that reflect their circumstances, preferences, and priorities, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. Her practice emphasizes practical skills, clearer communication, and steps toward healthier routines and relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Alison often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her work - ACT helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns while clarifying personal values and taking steps toward meaningful goals, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - CBT focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that contribute to distress, and it can help with depression, anxiety, and stress management. In addition, Alison emphasizes a Client-Centered approach - this means building a warm, respectful therapeutic relationship where the client’s perspective guides the pace and focus of sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Alison works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps align treatment with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy with Alison is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to keep consistent appointments, access care from home, and maintain continuity when life requires adjustments, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists trained to provide focused clinical support.