Therapist profile
Alison Hite, LMSW
Licensed social worker - stress and parenting
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- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness skills
- Motivation interviewing
About Alison
Alison Hite is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 14 years of experience supporting adults facing mental health and substance use concerns. She works with people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, ADHD, addiction, grief, trauma, and life changes. Alison also addresses family-related struggles and issues linked to mood and impulsivity.
Her style centers on a client-centered approach that emphasizes a straightforward working relationship. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and motivational interviewing are also part of her toolbox.
In a typical session she helps people identify what is causing distress, learn practical coping skills, and try small experiments between meetings. She often focuses on communication patterns, boundaries, and problem solving tied to family and parenting concerns. Progress is practical and gradual rather than sudden.
Alison has substantial experience with co-occurring substance use and mental health issues. She helps people work through addiction-related problems alongside mood and anxiety symptoms. That experience informs how she sets goals and paces treatment.
Sessions are offered in English and conducted with adult clients located in Michigan. She uses a subscription payment model that can be canceled at any time. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
How sessions work
How Alison’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and then choose actions that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low motivation, and parenting stress where values-guided action helps restore direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on recognizing patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and then practicing new, more helpful responses. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related problems.
Mindfulness-based work trains simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. These practices support emotion regulation and can complement other techniques when stress or impulsivity is an issue.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about symptoms, goals, and what has helped or not helped before. From there they select and adapt techniques together and check in regularly to see what is working.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about the current session options when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know how meetings will run.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does Alison help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, ADHD, addictions, grief, trauma, and related family issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and practical, blending CBT, ACT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to address present concerns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working with adults who have mental health and substance use challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and practices with clients in Michigan.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Specific session formats are not listed here; please confirm current online session options before scheduling.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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