I graduated from Sam Houston State University in 2007 with a Master of Arts in Counseling. I have been fully licensed in the state of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 10 years. My primary areas of focus are working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and/or trouble focusing. I have worked in private practice, community mental health, as well as partial hospitalization settings. My style of counseling combines solution focused, client centered methods as well as techniques from CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). I believe that all people possess the ability to change and I will provide you with unconditional positive regard and support as you strive to reach your goals.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In the first session I aim to meet you where you are and hear the story you want to share. In our first session I want to hear about what makes you who you are and what you are looking for in seeking therapy. I also hope to answer any questions you might have about counseling in general or counseling with me.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strength as a provider is really getting to know my clients and who they are as a person, what are their likes and dislikes, their strengths and weaknesses, and working together to set and achieve the goals they set.

About Michelle Smith