- Client-centered work
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Alta
Alta Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 27 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, addictions, and life-purpose questions. Her focus also includes issues such as ADHD, parenting strains, caregiver stress, and changes tied to aging and end-of-life care.
Clients meet a therapist who uses clear, practical methods to address immediate concerns. Sessions often involve looking at patterns in thinking and behavior, trying brief strategies to manage symptoms, and practicing skills that can be used between meetings. Conversations are direct and paced to what each person can manage.
Alta draws on client-centered approaches alongside cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques. That means she listens for what matters most, helps people test small changes, and works toward skills that reduce distress. She also incorporates mindfulness practices to help with attention, stress, and emotional balance.
Her background includes work in hospital settings and private practice. Alta holds a master’s degree in counseling and a doctorate in ministry. Over many years she has supported people through grief, trauma, mood changes, and transitions related to work, health, and relationships.
Sessions are practical and goal-minded. People who feel stuck after a job change, breakup, or health shift can expect straight talk about next steps. The emphasis is on workable tools, clearer decision points, and steady support as clients test new ways of coping.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work can fit
Alta uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the person’s own goals and perspective, listening closely and reflecting what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes that reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness therapy offers simple attention and breathing practices to help with stress, sleep, and emotional regulation.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Alta will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches to try, adjust methods over time, and set clear short-term steps to test what helps. The focus is on what the client wants to change and which tools fit daily life.
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. For example, video or phone sessions may let someone join from a quieter spot, require less setup, or allow a quick session during a work break. Alta will discuss practical scheduling and format details when you select your first appointment.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, ADHD, and life purpose concerns among other topics.
How does she approach someone who feels directionless?
Alta uses client-centered listening combined with solution-focused steps and CBT techniques to identify small, practical changes and clarify priorities.
What experience does she bring?
She has 27 years of experience, including work in hospital settings and private practice supporting people through loss, trauma, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and holds a master’s degree in counseling plus a doctorate in ministry.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to clients based in Michigan.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.