- Years in practice
- 13
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing addictions, depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, and relationship struggles. He draws on 13 years of experience to listen without judgment and to offer clear, practical support.
He aims to make the first steps feel manageable for worried parents and adults under pressure. He keeps sessions focused on what matters most to each person. Conversations and goals are shaped around the client’s situation, whether that means coping with change, managing stress, or improving sleep and intimacy.
Background and approach
He uses straightforward tools to build confidence and motivation over time. Dr. Schmit uses approaches that emphasize the client's voice and active problem solving.
He blends client-centered methods with cognitive strategies and skills training to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He also draws from dialectical ideas when regulating strong emotions and from motivational interviewing to strengthen readiness for change. Clients can expect a respectful, direct style that values sensitivity and compassion.
He speaks plainly about options and works with each person to craft a plan that fits their life. Progress is tracked in small steps so gains are easier to see and build on. Dr.
Schmit is licensed in Texas as an LPC. He offers sessions in English and provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible scheduling. To begin, a short matching questionnaire helps pair people with the right schedule and format.
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Michael helps people with.
- 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
Approaches Michael lists
- 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
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate to online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. The therapist creates a space where parents and adults can talk about what feels hardest and set goals that matter to them. This approach helps people feel heard and choose the next steps they want to try.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress that come with parenting or life changes. CBT often includes practical exercises people can do between sessions to build new habits.
Dialectical behavior therapy, DBT, teaches skills for managing strong emotions and reducing reactive behaviors. It can help when anger, impulsivity, or intense mood swings interfere with daily life or relationships. The skills are concrete and often practiced in session and in day-to-day moments.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what felt helpful in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to fit work and family life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when bandwidth permits, phone sessions work when video is difficult, and live chat or text messaging can be used for quick check-ins or shorter conversations. These options make it easier to keep therapy regular around busy schedules and sudden changes.
Questions people ask about Michael
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression, parenting stress, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a respectful, direct approach that focuses on practical steps and clear goals. Conversations are tailored to the person’s needs and paced so progress is manageable.
What background and experience does he bring?
He brings 13 years of counseling experience and has worked in clinical and academic settings. That experience informs a practical, evidence-minded approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas. His practice is based in Texas and sessions are provided from there.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does billing 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 start a therapy relationship?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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