- Focus on sleep
- Practical skills
- Respectful dialogue
About Michael
Dr. Michael Schmit helps people facing sleep problems alongside a range of related concerns. He supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, low self-esteem, grief, and transitions. He welcomes honest conversation and aims to make first steps feel manageable.
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas with 13 years of experience in the field. He has also worked in academia as an associate professor of counseling. He draws on practical methods to address everyday struggles rather than relying on jargon.
Sessions focus on clear goals and straightforward skills. He uses client-centered conversations to understand what matters to each person. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to look at thoughts and habits that keep problems going, and dialectical skills when emotion regulation is needed.
Michael adapts the pace and focus to each person’s needs. He treats topics like sleep troubles, parenting stress, career doubts, and trauma-related difficulties in a direct way. He will work with clients to set doable steps between sessions and to track progress over time.
People who value practical, respectful dialogue often find his style accessible. He aims to create a space where concerns can be named, options explored, and workable strategies practiced.
Approach-focused online therapy and practical skills
Client-Centered Therapy places the person's concerns and values at the center of each session, creating space to name what matters and set personal goals. It helps when someone wants a therapist who listens first and follows the client's lead. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and teaches concrete tools to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, brings specific skills for handling strong emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behaviors, useful when emotion regulation or intense stress is part of the picture.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best, adapting techniques to match goals and preferences rather than applying a single plan from the start.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people choose online work because it makes scheduling easier, fits around work or caregiving, and can reduce travel time. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when time is limited and options that do not require being on camera for every meeting. A licensed professional will discuss what format suits your situation and goals during the initial match.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with a wide range of issues including sleeping problems, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related struggles, grief, parenting stress, and career concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, conversational style that centers the person's goals and day-to-day needs, mixing listening with skill teaching and concrete steps between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has 13 years of experience as a counselor and has served as an associate professor of counseling at a graduate school in Minnesota.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC credential, listed as a Texas LPC, and practices in Texas.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.