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Dr. Michael Schmit, LPC

  • Experience13 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasADHD, Addictions, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Michael

Dr. Michael Schmit is a licensed professional counselor practicing in Texas who supports people facing a wide range of concerns including addictions, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and career or parenting challenges.

Background and approach

He brings attention to issues such as self-esteem, motivation, impulsivity, compassion fatigue, bipolar mood concerns, and family-of-origin or caregiver stress. His practice also addresses sleeping problems, anger, forgiveness, and co-occurring substance use matters.

With 13 years of professional experience, he blends practical, evidence-informed methods with a respectful, compassionate stance. He emphasizes tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person's needs, meeting clients where they are while offering structured tools when helpful.

Dr. Schmit works from approaches that include client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, existential therapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients clarify values, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes.

People who choose him can expect a collaborative process that attends to both immediate concerns and longer-term goals. He values sensitivity and respect in the therapeutic relationship and encourages those taking the first step toward support to move forward with confidence.

Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions support them

Dr. Schmit commonly draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and creating a respectful environment where clients can explore values and emotions; it is useful for concerns like self-esteem, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy offers structured tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it helpful for anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and many stress-related problems.

Finding the right approach is collaborative rather than fixed. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then recommend or blend methods that fit that individual’s situation. This lets the work evolve as progress is made and priorities change.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules and styles of engagement. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy weeks, to check in between sessions, or to choose the communication mode that feels most comfortable while pursuing skill-building and personal growth.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Dr. Schmit works with many issues including addictions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship problems, grief, stress, and a range of family and caregiving concerns.
How would the therapist describe their overall approach?
The style combines respect and sensitivity with practical techniques, using both client-centered dialogue and structured methods to meet each person’s unique needs.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 13 years of professional experience as a counselor and has worked in clinical and educational settings supporting diverse concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas under the licensure TX LPC 70104.
Does he work in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available with this therapist?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)SexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English