Lisa Hilton, LMSW
Steady, client-centered support for life’s hardest moments
- Anxiety and stress support
- Trauma informed care
- Relationship and family guidance
About Lisa Hilton
Lisa Hilton is a Michigan-based licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting people through emotionally complex seasons of life. As an LMSW - a Licensed Master Social Worker - she brings a grounded, compassionate perspective to therapy, helping clients make sense of what they are feeling while building practical skills for moving forward.
Her work is client-centered and focused on the unique story each person brings, whether the concerns involve anxiety, stress, depression, relationship strain, grief, or the impact of trauma and abuse. Lisa supports individuals facing major life transitions and interpersonal challenges, and she offers steady guidance for those navigating family and parenting concerns, intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and coping with change.
Lisa’s practice also includes support for concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, communication problems, codependency, control issues, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, chronic pain and health-related challenges, cancer-related stress, body image, dissociation, and co-morbidity. Throughout the process, she aims to create an affirming space where clients can explore patterns, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with their values and goals.
Her work is client-centered and focused on the unique story each person brings, whether the concerns involve anxiety, stress, depression, relationship strain, grief, or the impact of trauma and abuse. Lisa supports individuals facing major life transitions and interpersonal challenges, and she offers steady guidance for those navigating family and parenting concerns, intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and coping with change.
Lisa’s practice also includes support for concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, communication problems, codependency, control issues, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, chronic pain and health-related challenges, cancer-related stress, body image, dissociation, and co-morbidity. Throughout the process, she aims to create an affirming space where clients can explore patterns, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with their values and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Hilton have?
Lisa Hilton has 20 years of experience working with clients in therapy.
Is Lisa Hilton a licensed therapist?
Yes. Lisa Hilton is a licensed professional in Michigan and holds the credential LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker). Her license is MI LMSW 6801092158.
In which languages does Lisa Hilton provide therapy?
Lisa Hilton provides therapy in English.
Where is Lisa Hilton located?
Lisa Hilton is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Lisa Hilton as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Hilton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Lisa Hilton work with international clients?
Yes. Lisa Hilton works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Hilton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Connecting Therapy Approaches With Online Support
Lisa Hilton draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to online sessions while staying focused on what matters most to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, and it can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, which many people find helpful when anger, overwhelm, or relationship conflict are part of the picture. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape emotional needs and patterns, supporting clients who want to strengthen connection, address abandonment concerns, or build healthier relational habits.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lisa works collaboratively with clients to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the pace and strategies over time to better fit each person’s needs.
Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support with more flexibility. Clients can meet with Lisa through video calls or phone sessions, and they may also use live chat or text-based messaging to stay engaged between sessions or when scheduling is tight.