- Addictions support
- Practical coping skills
- Respectful listening
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit is a licensed professional counselor in Texas who helps people address concerns such as addictions, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, and stress. He also supports people facing parenting strain, grief, trauma and abuse, career challenges, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. He writes and teaches about counseling while drawing on years of clinical experience to guide conversations in session.
He works in a straightforward, respectful style. Sessions focus on what matters most to each person and pair practical steps with steady listening. Michael tailors the way he talks and plans care to each person's goals and life situation. He emphasizes compassion and sensitivity throughout the process.
Clinically, he draws on client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral methods, dialectical behavior ideas, existential questions, and motivational interviewing. That mix lets him help people change patterns, manage intense emotions, and clarify values. He aims to translate therapy ideas into concrete actions for daily life.
Outside direct clinical work, Michael teaches counseling at the graduate level, which keeps his thinking current and connected to research and training trends. He brings that teaching perspective into sessions when it fits the person's needs. His background shapes a practical, learning-focused approach to care.
People considering therapy are encouraged to take the first step by completing the platform questionnaire and scheduling a session. He recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and aims to make the process as clear and manageable as possible.
How these approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting connection so the person feels heard and can explore what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs space to sort values, relationships, and life decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and problem habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, which can help with impulsivity, anger, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means adjusting strategies over time based on what is or isn't helpful.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day by removing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and letting people use quieter surroundings or lower-bandwidth connections. Licensed professionals can adapt the described approaches to work in virtual sessions and focus on practical exercises, skill practice, and goal setting that translate into everyday routines.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
This therapist works with a wide range of issues including addictions, depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related problems, self-esteem, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, grief, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?
The style is straightforward and respectful, combining listening with practical steps. Sessions use client-centered talk alongside cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior ideas to help people change habits and manage emotion.
What is the therapist's clinical background?
He holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential and has 13 years of experience in counseling; he also teaches counseling at the graduate level in Minnesota.
Where is the therapist based and licensed?
He is licensed as an LPC in Texas and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.