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Dr. Michael Schmit, LPC

Experienced Texas LPC for addictions and relationships
  • Addictions and recovery
  • Relationship and intimacy work
  • Depression and anxiety support

About Dr. Michael Schmit

Dr. Michael Schmit, LPC, is a Texas-licensed counselor with 13 years of clinical experience helping adults navigate addictions, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, and a broad range of life transitions. As a Licensed Professional Counselor - a credential that denotes formal graduate training and state licensure to provide mental health care - he blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, client-focused stance to create treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs and goals.

He works with individuals and families on issues including trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and fatherhood concerns, career and motivation struggles, attention challenges, and compassion fatigue. His approach draws on client-centered methods to build rapport and trust, cognitive behavioral strategies to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and dialectical skills when emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns. He also integrates motivational interviewing and existential perspectives when helping clients explore values, meaning, and readiness for change.

Dr. Schmit emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction, and he adapts his therapeutic dialog to fit each client’s background and preferences. He recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and supports people through practical, collaborative steps toward clearer goals and improved coping.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

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 Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Michael Schmit have?

Dr. Michael Schmit has 13 years of experience.

Is Dr. Michael Schmit a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His license details are TX LPC 70104.

In which languages does Dr. Michael Schmit provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Michael Schmit located?

He is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Michael Schmit as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Michael Schmit through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Michael Schmit work with international clients?

Dr. Michael Schmit does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Michael Schmit cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Personal Growth

Dr. Michael Schmit commonly uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where goals emerge collaboratively - it is helpful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. CBT addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with practical strategies to reduce depression, anxiety, and unhelpful patterns. DBT offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive behaviors, which can be especially useful for stress, anger, and some trauma-related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Schmit works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive.

Online therapy with Dr. Schmit is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can deliver effective care via these modalities while adapting techniques to the online setting.

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