- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma informed care
- Family connection
About Ashton
Ashton Hoose-Kangas is a Licensed Masters Social Worker who helps people manage anxiety, stress, relationships, and life changes. She practices in Michigan and draws on eight years of experience supporting adults, caregivers, and children. Her work often includes helping people facing trauma, mood concerns, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person. With caregivers and children she focuses on building regulation skills and stronger connections. For teens she addresses school stress, peer relationships, and the shifts of adolescence. For adults she helps map out practical steps for relationship concerns and life transitions.
Ashton describes therapy as a collaborative process. She helps people identify needs and set a clear road map toward their goals. Sessions aim to break down overwhelming problems into manageable steps so progress feels doable.
Her background includes work with trauma-focused cognitive behavioral approaches for children ages 6 to 17. She also brings experience as an early childhood mental health specialist and uses motivational interviewing to support change. These approaches are applied flexibly depending on each person’s situation.
People who come to Ashton can expect practical tools as well as space to talk through painful experiences. She pays attention to patterns that affect relationships, body image, feelings of emptiness, and problems that come from family of origin issues. The pace and focus are decided together with the client.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Ashton uses approaches grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral methods focus on teaching practical coping and regulation skills, often helpful for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their goals and build motivation for small, sustainable changes.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Ashton collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. Sessions begin with identifying priorities and then trying techniques together to see what helps most.
For practical details about online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also make it simpler to continue care after moving within Michigan. Ask about the available session formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can pick what fits your routine best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Ashton help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include panic disorder and panic attacks, mood issues, and family of origin problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on evidence-based techniques. Sessions break down problems into small steps and emphasize building skills and stronger connections.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with adults, caregivers, and children in Michigan. Her background includes trauma-focused cognitive behavioral approaches for children and early childhood mental health work.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds a Licensed Masters Social Worker credential, shown as LMSW, and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current rates when you schedule.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.