Michelle Smith, LCMHC, LMHC

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

Stress and anxiety support
Relationships and intimacy
Flexible online sessions

About Michelle Smith

Michelle Smith is a licensed counselor with more than 10 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life transitions and emotional challenges. She approaches therapy with a client-centered, nonjudgmental stance and an eclectic clinical toolbox, helping people clarify what matters most to them and take practical steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Michelle holds the credentials LCMHC and LMHC - LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and she has formal training in several trauma-informed and evidence-informed methods, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), clinical hypnosis, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She blends these approaches to match each client’s needs rather than relying on a single technique.

Across a range of issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, parenting, and life changes, Michelle brings a steady, compassionate presence and practical strategies. She has worked with clients from diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds and emphasizes collaboration, respect, and realistic goal-setting. Her practice focuses on helping people build coping skills, improve communication, and move toward the life they want.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGrief Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Michelle Smith have?

Michelle Smith has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Michelle Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Michelle Smith holds the credentials LCMHC and LMHC. LCMHC means Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and LMHC means Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are NH LCMHC 2669 and FL LMHC MH16532.

In which languages does Michelle Smith provide therapy?

Michelle Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Michelle Smith located?

Michelle Smith is located in Oklahoma.

How can I work with Michelle Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Michelle Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michelle Smith work with international clients?

Yes, Michelle Smith works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michelle Smith 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 and Online Support

Michelle Smith draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients identify their values, practice mindful acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed steps toward meaningful goals. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes.

She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationship patterns influence current connections and intimacy. This approach helps people improve communication, address attachment wounds such as abandonment or trust issues, and build more secure relationships.

In addition, Michelle employs Client-Centered Therapy principles, offering empathic, nonjudgmental listening that empowers clients to find their own solutions and strengthen self-esteem. This supportive stance can be especially helpful for clients facing grief, identity questions, or transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michelle works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to create a treatment plan that fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy with Michelle is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, travel, or living far from in-person services. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support when it is most needed.

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