- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship issues
- CBT and DBT methods
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 13 years of clinical experience. He works with people who face anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation. He also helps with grief, career stress, sleep problems, ADHD, and other life adjustments.
He uses straightforward conversations to identify what feels most difficult right now. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer ways of thinking. Michael draws on client-centered methods to listen and prioritize the client's concerns. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and DBT strategies to manage strong emotions.
As an LPC who also teaches at graduate level, he combines clinic experience with ongoing engagement in counseling education. His background includes many cases involving addiction, trauma, and relationship conflict. He aims to help people find manageable steps they can try between sessions.
In the room he works collaboratively to set goals and track progress. He uses motivation-focused methods when someone feels stuck or unsure about change. He also brings existential ideas when people want to address meaning, purpose, or life transitions.
Sessions are conducted in English from his Texas practice. People who live outside the United States are not accepted. Before a first visit he asks clients to consider what they want to address first, so the initial session can focus on the most pressing concerns.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Dr. Schmit commonly draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in his work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and making the client's priorities central to each session, which helps when someone needs space to clarify their concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.He also incorporates dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques when strong emotions or impulsive reactions are part of the problem. DBT provides concrete skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance that people can practice between sessions. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process and will be decided together, based on the client’s goals and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into workdays or family routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. The practical aim is to help clients test new skills in their everyday life and adjust the approach as progress is made.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, low self-esteem, grief, sleep troubles, ADHD, and related life changes and stressors.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses direct, conversational sessions that focus on practical skills and clearer thinking, combining client-centered listening with active techniques.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience as a counselor and also teaches at the graduate level in counseling.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.