TinaMarie Schmidt

LCSW
Accepting Clients

For people used to handling everything, but tired of holding it all together. Direct, compassionate therapy with room for humor.

Psychotherapist in , AL

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

You look like you have it together, but underneath you're anxious, exhausted, or overwhelmed. You're used to being the dependable one, and pushing through isn't working anymore. I help adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, self-doubt, substance use, and major life changes. Veterans, first responders, and professionals are especially welcome, bu you don't need a uniform or a dramatic story to belong here. We'll build on your strengths and work toward changes that matter to you.

My Background and Approach

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and military veteran with over 20 years of experience across social services and clinical settings, including the Department of Veterans Affairs. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and direct. I bring humor and a little sarcasm to sessions while taking your experiences seriously. Expect honest conversations, practical tools, and space to be yourself. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), alongside relational and strengths-based approaches. Together, we’ll explore patterns, process difficult experiences, build coping skills, and make choices guided by your values. You aren’t broken. Our work is about helping you create a life that feels more like yours. I provide telehealth throughout Alabama, Texas, and Hawaii, with Eastern Shore in-person services anticipated in early 2027. Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I don’t believe you need to be “fixed.” You’re a complicated person living a complicated life. Some strategies that once helped you survive may now be getting in your way. That doesn’t make you broken; it gives us somewhere to start. I believe therapy works best when you can show up honestly, without polishing your story or pretending everything is fine. There’s room for difficult feelings, uncertainty, laughter, and the occasional well-placed swear word. You are the expert on your life. I bring clinical experience, curiosity, and a willingness to help you examine patterns, recognize your strengths, and try something different. We’ll work at a pace that respects you while making room for meaningful change. I value authenticity, humor, and the freedom to define a meaningful life on your own terms. You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to ask for support. Being capable and needing help can coexist.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Relational Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Relational Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Client Focus

Age
Teens (14–18), Adults, Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals

Qualifications

License
LCSW, State of Alabama · #7049c
Education
MSW - Social work
Additional credentials
EMDRIA EMDR trained
Years in practice
9 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Curative
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Anthem EAP
  • Ascension (Smart Health)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Anthem EAP
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

Monday 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Rate: $150 - 250/session

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