FindADHDTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

LMSW

Alison Hite, LMSW

  • Experience14 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Parenting
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
View booking options

Check the available next steps for working with Alison online.

About Alison

Alison Hite is a licensed social worker (LMSW) based in Michigan who draws on 14 years of experience helping people manage mood, behavioral, and substance-related concerns. She weaves a client-centered approach with cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness to address issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, addictions, grief, and trauma.

Background and approach

Her practice also attends to related struggles including impulsivity, social anxiety, life purpose, and financial stress. Clients can expect a collaborative process that prioritizes a warm therapeutic alliance and practical skills.

Treatment plans are individualized and may incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or motivational interviewing strategies according to each person’s needs. Alison has worked across a broad range of presenting problems including parenting challenges, family and communication difficulties, bipolar mood concerns, and substance use issues.

She emphasizes tailoring interventions to the client’s goals and circumstances while fostering self-awareness and coping tools for day-to-day life.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Alison commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into online work. ACT helps people clarify values and accept difficult thoughts or feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful goals, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical strategies for mood disorders, panic, and impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist and client will explore goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life to decide which methods to prioritize, and plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility around work, parenting, and other commitments. These options make it easier to access consistent care from Michigan without traveling, and they allow for a mix of real-time conversations and ongoing written support as needed.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Alison address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma, grief, bipolar mood concerns, anger, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and client-centered while also using evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build skills and insight.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Alison has 14 years of experience working with people facing mental health and substance use challenges.
Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?
She is licensed in Michigan and holds the LMSW credential with licence number MI LMSW 6801091276.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for therapy?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does billing and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist 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

About

Alison Hite is a Licensed Masters Social Worker practicing in Michigan, not currently accepting new clients.