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Dr. Michael Schmit, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 8 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Schmit, and I can't recommend him enough! He is an exceptional therapist who truly listens and understands. His expertise and guidance helped me gain valuable insights into my emotions and behaviors. He provided me with practical tools and strategies to navigate life's challenges. Dr. Schmit's support and guidance have made a significant positive impact on my well-being. I'm grateful for his help and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist.

Reviewed July 2024

Dr. Schmit is a wonderful therapist with a good ear and a good heart. You can really sense that he empathizes what you’re going through and is more than capable of helping you digest anything you may be going through. He’s a great therapist if there was a way I could recommend him to more people I definitely would.

Reviewed June 2024

More about Michael

  • 13 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in Texas with 7+ years of professional work experience as a counselor and am also an associate professor of counseling at a Graduate School located in Minnesota. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-love Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Michael Schmit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902597628.

  • LPC · Texas · 70104 · Expires September 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dr. Michael Schmit

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

8 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Great Guidance Helped Listens Understands Empathetic Excellent Fantastic Grateful

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Schmit, and I can't recommend him enough! He is an exceptional therapist who truly listens and understands. His expertise and guidance helped me gain valuable insights into my emotions and behaviors. He provided me with practical tools and strategies to navigate life's challenges. Dr. Schmit's support and guidance have made a significant positive impact on my well-being. I'm grateful for his help and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist.

Reviewed July 2024

Dr. Schmit is a wonderful therapist with a good ear and a good heart. You can really sense that he empathizes what you’re going through and is more than capable of helping you digest anything you may be going through. He’s a great therapist if there was a way I could recommend him to more people I definitely would.

Reviewed June 2024

Michael is a very empathetic listener, and has keen insights into everything we've discussed. He makes me feel happier when I talk to him, like the things I want to achieve are within reach. He has good suggestions for me. I trust and value his advice. I'm going to stick with Michael for a long time.

Reviewed January 2024

I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Schmidt. He has been very supportive and has helped me learn a lot about myself. I’m thankful we have crossed paths.

Reviewed November 2023

I appreciate the way Dr.Schmit listens to the entire issue and then engages in conversation that assist me with creating approaches that could help.

Reviewed September 2023

He's been a great help.

Reviewed September 2023

His great! Gives good advice, understands and can relate to problems.

Reviewed August 2023

Dr Michael had been fantastic in our short time together & I look forward to each session. He is an excellent listener & has simple solutions to my complicated issues. It’s been my pleasure to work with him & I’m now recommending him & therapy to friends & strangers alike. Which is odd for me to openly talk about. But I am thoroughly embracing this journey & my openness has been embraced by all. Especially Dr Michael & I could not recommend him more. 5 stars

Reviewed August 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Michael Schmit offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Michael Schmit works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Michael Schmit speak?

Dr. Michael Schmit speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Michael Schmit have?

Dr. Michael Schmit has 13 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Michael Schmit licensed to practice?

Dr. Michael Schmit is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Dr. Michael Schmit accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Michael Schmit does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Michael Schmit offer?

Dr. Michael Schmit offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Michael Schmit?

Dr. Michael Schmit can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Michael Schmit?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.