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 worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, autism, and ADHD, and brings a grounded, empathetic approach to each client interaction.

Her practice centers on building a warm, client-centered relationship that values each person as an expert on their own life. Alison blends evidence-informed methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques with humanistic and solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing to create flexible, personalized care. She prioritizes collaboration, listening carefully to a client’s goals and strengths and tailoring treatment plans to meet each person’s unique needs.

Alison holds an LMSW, which indicates she is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan, and she focuses on practical, compassionate support aimed at helping clients manage symptoms, improve communication, and build skills for healthier daily living.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Alison commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult feelings without avoidance, and commit to actions that align with what matters most - it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-exploration - this approach can be beneficial for improving self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and panic.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Alison works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from home or elsewhere, fit appointments into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists even when in-person visits are not possible.