Therapist profile
Dr. Michael Schmit, LPC
LPC in Texas - family and personal concerns
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- Addictions and recovery
- Parenting and fatherhood
- CBT and DBT skills
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Texas with 13 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are dealing with addictions, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, parenting stress, and related concerns. He also lists support for issues such as grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, and ADHD.
He uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what changes a person wants to make. He draws on client-centered methods to listen and understand a person’s perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and DBT skills for managing strong emotions.
His background includes both counseling practice and work in graduate education. That mix informs an approach that combines clinical experience with teaching about healthy coping. He talks through options and explains what different techniques aim to do so people can choose what fits them.
In sessions he may use motivational interviewing to help clarify goals and strengthen commitment to change. Existential ideas are sometimes part of the conversation when people are facing big life questions or transitions. The emphasis is on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than jargon.
People seeking help with parenting pressures, caregiver stress, fatherhood concerns, or family-related conflict will find work here focused on the individual’s experience and coping strategies. Language of sessions is English and practice is based in Texas.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. Online sessions can replicate that by focusing on open dialogue, helping the client clarify values and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. In virtual sessions, CBT often uses short homework tasks and explicit skill practice between meetings. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. Online work can introduce these skills in brief modules and support building them into daily routines.Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying ideas, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than taking a fixed path.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online appointments can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling. Licensed professionals can use the time to teach skills, review homework, and focus on immediate problems in ways that fit a person’s schedule.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he focus on?
He addresses addictions, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, parenting stress, grief, trauma, and related concerns listed in his specialties.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses a practical, conversational style that combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and DBT techniques to build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience working in counseling and also works in graduate education, which informs his clinical approach.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the provided information.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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