Ashton Hoose-Kangas, LMSW

Ashton Hoose-Kangas is a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan who brings eight years of clinical experience to her work. She holds a Master of Social Work from Michigan State University and uses that training to support adults, caregivers, adolescents, and children through challenges that affect daily functioning and relationships.

She provides tailored support that fosters growth, healing, and stronger connections between people. With caregivers and young children she emphasizes building regulation skills and mutual understanding to improve the caregiver-child relationship. For school-aged children and teens she offers guidance for navigating adolescence, including peer issues, school stress, and transitions. For adults she assists with life changes, relationship difficulties, and clarifying values and goals to help clients move toward the life they envision.

Her clinical specialties include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured, evidence-based approach for children ages 6 to 17 who have experienced trauma - an Early Childhood Mental Health specialty focused on young children’s emotional development and caregiver support, and Motivational Interviewing, a collaborative method to strengthen motivation for change. Ashton works collaboratively with each client to identify needs, set goals, and develop a clear road map for progress.

Trauma-Informed and Motivational Care Online

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) is an evidence-based, structured approach designed to help children ages 6 to 17 process traumatic experiences and develop coping skills. It blends practical strategies for managing distressing thoughts and reactions with supportive work on safety and resilience.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that helps people explore ambivalence and build their own motivation for change. It is useful for clients working on behavior change, increasing engagement in treatment, or clarifying personal goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ashton collaborates with each client to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review progress and adjust the plan so the work feels relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins or ongoing support can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or another convenient location.