- Addiction support
- Mood and stress
- Relationship help
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Texas. He helps people facing addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports those dealing with grief, parenting strain, sleep troubles, anger, career stress, and ADHD. His work includes support for LGBT clients and people navigating major life changes.
He frames sessions around respectful, sensitive conversation rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. He listens first, then shapes a plan with the person in front of him. That plan can include practical skills for managing stress and mood, and steps to rebuild motivation and confidence.
Dr. Schmit draws on client-centered methods to keep the focus on each person’s experience. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy skills may be used to manage intense emotions and improve coping.
He brings 13 years of professional experience as a counselor to his practice. He also teaches counseling at the graduate level, which keeps his work informed by current ideas and classroom discussion. He says the first step is often the hardest, and he aims to make that first conversation straightforward.
People who choose him should expect practical, conversational sessions that prioritize clear goals. He tailors the pace and tools to each person’s needs. Before scheduling, confirm the available session options and how they fit your routine.
Approaches you can expect in online sessions
Dr. Schmit commonly uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening and understanding each person’s perspective. That style emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping people feel heard and use their own strengths to move forward.He also employs cognitive behavioral therapy, a skills-based approach that identifies unhelpful thoughts and trades them for more useful ones. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress because it breaks problems into clear, manageable steps.
Dialectical behavior therapy skills are sometimes incorporated to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can be helpful when emotions are intense or relationships are strained.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then adapt methods together. That collaboration makes it easier to try an approach and adjust if needed.
Confirm the available session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist about what will best match your routine and needs.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he commonly address?
He helps people with addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, sleep problems, and ADHD among other concerns.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are conversational and person-centered, with practical tools added as needed. He focuses on listening first and then building steps that fit each person's life.
What kind of experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional counseling experience and also works as an associate professor of counseling at the graduate level.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and practices in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy relationship?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.