Alison Mace , LMSW

Alison Mace is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to adult mental health care. She works across a variety of settings and centers therapy on a partnership with each person she sees, creating a nonjudgmental environment where honest conversation can lead to clearer connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Her aim is to help people feel heard, validated, and empowered to set meaningful goals and take manageable steps toward them. Alison blends compassionate, authentic conversation with a light touch of humor to make sessions feel approachable while remaining focused on progress. She supports individuals in identifying practical strategies for coping with stressors, addressing relationship and mood concerns, and navigating significant life changes.

Alison values collaboration and respect in the therapeutic relationship, encouraging clients to explore what matters most to them and to move at a pace that feels right. Seeking support can be a brave first step, and Alison appreciates the opportunity to work with people as they pursue well being and personal growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Alison integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy into her work to help clients build practical skills and manage difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and chronic stress.

She also draws on Motivational Interviewing when clients seek change but feel uncertain or ambivalent. This approach uses collaborative conversation to clarify values and strengthen motivation for goals such as improving relationships, addressing mood concerns, or making lifestyle changes. Alison works with each person to determine which methods fit best, making the choice of approach a shared decision based on needs, goals, and personal preferences.

Online therapy with Alison is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, reduce travel time, and allow people to access support from familiar surroundings while working with licensed professionals and therapists.