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01About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit helps people facing addiction, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship strain, low self-esteem, grief, and parenting pressures. He also supports those dealing with trauma, intimacy concerns, sleep problems, ADHD, anger, career uncertainty, and caregiving stress.
Dr. Schmit speaks directly and respectfully, aiming to make the first steps less intimidating for someone reaching out. He uses a conversational, person-first style.
Sessions focus on what is most pressing for the individual.
Background and approach
He asks practical questions, listens closely, and works with clients to set clear, achievable goals. Meetings are tailored to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Dr.
Schmit draws on several evidence-informed methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers skills for regulating emotion and managing intense reactions.
Motivational Interviewing helps with readiness for change, especially around addiction and habits. He brings 13 years of counseling experience and holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential. His background includes both clinical work and teaching at the graduate level, which shapes his practical, teaching-oriented way of explaining strategies.
People can expect clear suggestions and steps to try between sessions. Dr. Schmit emphasizes compassion and respect while challenging unhelpful patterns.
He supports people through life transitions, relapse risks, and the slow work of rebuilding confidence. Therapy with him happens from Texas and is offered in English. He does not accept international clients.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 70104 · expires September 2027
- NPI
- 1902597628 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Michael names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Michael names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience without judgment. It helps people feel heard and builds a respectful space for exploring feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past, then suggest methods to try. That plan can change as progress is made and new needs emerge, so decisions are made together rather than imposed.
Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more convenient. Video calls are useful for deeper conversation and visual cues, phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or audio-only is preferred, and live chat or text messaging can be helpful for quick check-ins or when a shorter, flexible touchpoint is needed. These options let people fit sessions around work, caregiving, or busy schedules while keeping therapeutic consistency.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, caregiving stress, and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is conversational and respectful, focusing on practical steps and clear goals. He tailors sessions to each person and uses straightforward language.
What is his professional background?
He has 13 years of counseling experience and also teaches at the graduate level, which informs his clear, educational approach to therapy.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential (LPC) and provides services from Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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