Michael Smith
New York LMHC with extensive experience in mood and trauma
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About
Michael Smith, LMHC, brings 38 years of professional experience to his New York practice. He concentrates on a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family issues, and intimacy-related difficulties. Additional focus areas include autism spectrum conditions, personality and mood disorders, obsessive and compulsive patterns, process addictions, self-harm, and aging and geriatric issues.
His clinical approach draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, existential and mindfulness therapies, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. Sessions emphasize structured exploration of present difficulties alongside practical strategies that align with the selected therapeutic frameworks. Michael frames treatment around the specific themes listed in his profile, applying techniques connected to those named approaches.
Located in New York and licensed as an LMHC, he combines long-term clinical exposure with an expansive set of focus areas. The practice description reflects the documented specialties and methods and is intended to help people determine whether his stated approaches and areas of focus match what they are seeking.
His clinical approach draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, existential and mindfulness therapies, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. Sessions emphasize structured exploration of present difficulties alongside practical strategies that align with the selected therapeutic frameworks. Michael frames treatment around the specific themes listed in his profile, applying techniques connected to those named approaches.
Located in New York and licensed as an LMHC, he combines long-term clinical exposure with an expansive set of focus areas. The practice description reflects the documented specialties and methods and is intended to help people determine whether his stated approaches and areas of focus match what they are seeking.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 38
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Depression, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Antisocial personality, Avoidant personality, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Self-harm, Traumatic brain injury
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LMHC 002180
- NPI Number: 1871325209
- License: LMHC (New York)
Remote care tailored to stated therapeutic approaches
Michael Smith offers online sessions that use several documented methods to address the concerns listed in his profile. Cognitive behavioral therapy is presented as a way to identify and test thoughts and behaviors that relate to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, or difficulty managing impulses. Mindfulness therapy is described in accessible terms as practices and attention strategies that support awareness of present-moment experience and reduce reactivity. Motivational interviewing and client-centered therapy are used to support exploration of personal goals, strengthen internal motivation, and center the person’s perspective in collaborative planning.The online setting is framed to accommodate different communication preferences. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging are all available as documented options. These formats are described as tools to work through the listed focus areas using the approaches named above, with attention to aligning method and medium to the individual’s stated needs and the therapeutic strategies described in the profile.
How many years has Michael Smith been practicing?
Michael Smith has 38 years of professional experience as a practicing therapist.
What are his professional credentials?
He is licensed as an LMHC and holds license number NY LMHC 002180.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is his practice based?
His practice is located in New York.
What ways can people work with him remotely?
Communication options listed include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
The profile indicates he does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for getting started?
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