- Trauma focused CBT
- Motivational Interviewing
- Early childhood focus
About Ashton
Ashton Hoose-Kangas is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with eight years of experience. She works with adults, caregivers, and children on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
She helps parents and caregivers strengthen relationships with children. With younger clients she focuses on regulation and building mutual understanding. With teens she talks through school pressures, friendships, and the shifts that come with growing up.
For adults she supports practical concerns such as life transitions and relationship problems. She also addresses patterns that come from one’s family of origin and ongoing struggles like panic, mood shifts, and feelings of emptiness.
Her practice uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques. The biography notes Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children ages 6 to 17, an Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist approach, and Motivational Interviewing. Those methods guide how she structures sessions and sets goals with clients.
Ashton works collaboratively to identify needs and create a plan. She outlines steps and checkpoints so people know what to expect. People who want to begin are asked to use the online matching and scheduling process to book an initial session.
Sessions are conducted in English and based in Michigan under the LMSW credential. International work is not accepted at this time, so prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How evidence-based methods shape online sessions
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is listed for children ages 6 to 17. It breaks down difficult memories and teaches coping skills and safety planning in steps that children and caregivers can practice together. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people clarify what matters and build motivation for change, often used for behavior shifts and readiness to try new strategies.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Ashton will discuss these methods with the client and decide together which techniques fit the client's goals and preferences. The plan can be adjusted over time based on progress and feedback so the approach evolves with the client's needs.
The biography does not specify which session formats are used online, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life by removing travel and allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also allow sessions that do not require being on camera or that use phone audio if that better suits someone’s day. Licensed professionals commonly use these practical options to help therapy fit into real-life routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include family of origin issues, attachment, and mood or panic concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and works collaboratively to set goals. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, focusing on skills and steps clients can use between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with adults, caregivers, and children. That experience includes work with early childhood concerns and adolescent issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan. Her listed practice location is Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted. Prospective clients should confirm session options before proceeding.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the booking process.
How do I begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process starts intake and sets up the initial appointment.
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