Michael Smith, LMHC
Experienced New York LMHC
- CBT and mindfulness
- Video and phone sessions
- Mood and trauma focus
About Michael Smith
Michael Smith is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 38 years of clinical experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. His practice addresses a broad spectrum of concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and issues related to relationships, intimacy, and family dynamics. He also supports clients dealing with stress and anger, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career transitions, compassion fatigue, and challenges that arise with aging and geriatric care.
Michael works with neurodevelopmental and personality-related conditions such as autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual disability, impulsivity, obsessions and compulsions, panic attacks, and a range of mood and personality disorders. He combines compassionate listening with structured clinical methods to help clients develop practical coping strategies, reduce symptoms, and pursue meaningful change. His therapeutic toolkit includes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, applied to fit each person's needs. (LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential indicating specialized training and state licensure in mental health counseling.)
Sessions are offered through video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, and Michael does not currently accept clients outside the United States.
Michael works with neurodevelopmental and personality-related conditions such as autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual disability, impulsivity, obsessions and compulsions, panic attacks, and a range of mood and personality disorders. He combines compassionate listening with structured clinical methods to help clients develop practical coping strategies, reduce symptoms, and pursue meaningful change. His therapeutic toolkit includes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, applied to fit each person's needs. (LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential indicating specialized training and state licensure in mental health counseling.)
Sessions are offered through video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, and Michael does not currently accept clients outside the United States.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael Smith have?
Michael Smith has 38 years of experience.
Is Michael Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: NY LMHC 002180.
In which languages does Michael Smith provide therapy?
Michael Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael Smith located?
Michael Smith is located in New York.
How can I work with Michael Smith as my therapist?
Clients can work with Michael Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael Smith work with international clients?
Michael Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael Smith cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, refer to the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match the client with the therapist. Depending on availability, the client can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online care with Michael Smith
Michael Smith draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where a person’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach is helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, and building a stronger sense of identity. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, and some addictive patterns. Mindfulness Therapy is another key element of his practice - it teaches present-moment awareness and simple attention skills that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Michael helps clients explore these methods, tailoring techniques and pacing to match each person’s needs, goals, and preferences so that the therapy method fits the individual rather than the other way around.
Online therapy offers flexibility and access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, support continuity of care when travel or mobility is a concern, and allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, effective treatment across different formats.