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Entry 291347Florida / United States

Michele Smith

Michele Smith, LMHC

Florida 7 years in practice

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LMHC - Stress and Anxiety focus

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  • Stress management
  • Addiction support
  • Career planning

About Michele

Michele Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida with seven years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, career concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. Michele works directly with adults to identify practical steps and to clarify immediate next actions.

She keeps conversations straightforward and goal-oriented. Sessions often begin with what is most pressing that week. Michele helps people notice what is working and what is getting in the way. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape short-term plans and day-to-day routines.

When someone is dealing with addiction or high stress, Michele encourages small, concrete changes that can be repeated. For career-related concerns she helps people map choices and plan manageable steps. For depression and anxiety the approach focuses on building routines, adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns, and increasing coping skills.

Michele aims to make sessions a place to practice new ways of responding to old problems. She listens for patterns, suggests experiments to try between sessions, and reviews progress together. Her style is practical and collaborative rather than theoretical.

People usually leave sessions with one or two clear tasks to try before the next meeting. If you want to explore whether this approach fits your needs, the first appointment is used to set goals and a plan for follow-up.

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Approaches used and how remote sessions operate

Michele uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address common problems. One approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. This method helps people spot thinking traps and try alternative responses in everyday situations. Another emphasis is on behavioral strategies for addiction and stress management. These strategies break larger goals into small, repeatable steps and build routines that support recovery and stability.

Choosing the best approach is a joint process. Michele works with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals. She will review what has helped in the past, suggest experiments to try between sessions, and adjust the plan based on results. This keeps the work practical and collaborative rather than fixed.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm the current session options before booking. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals commonly use these practical benefits to help sessions fit into everyday life while focusing on measurable progress.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

7+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, career challenges, depression, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses a practical, goal-focused style that emphasizes concrete steps and short-term plans.

How much experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional work experience as a clinician.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions billed?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Michele Smith

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