About me

Michelle R. Smith is a licensed mental health therapist based in Nebraska, bringing over 15 years of enriching experience to her practice and writing. She's passionate about guiding individuals on a journey to discover their authentic selves, empowering them to trust their intuition, let go of unrealistic expectations, and embrace all facets of who they are.
Michelle believes that setbacks can serve as stepping stones to newfound strength and a meaningful new chapter in life. While joyous moments are delightful, it's often during life's challenges that people seek out support. She is committed to walking alongside others through difficult times, helping them navigate feelings of grief, loss, shame, or burnout with compassion and understanding.
In a nurturing environment, deep healing becomes possible as we calm the nervous system and integrate past experiences, restoring a sense of well-being.
Michelle's holistic approach includes therapy, coaching, courses, and creative tools, all designed to help individuals build a meaningful next chapter and heal from burnout and major life setbacks. She inspires people to rediscover their authenticity, trust themselves, and let their inner light shine brightly in the world.
Michelle approaches her work with couples through the lens of the Gottman Method. She hopes to inspire others on their journeys to wellness and personal growth.
Helping you heal, rebuild, and live your next chapter with authenticity.


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Coping with life changes
  • Compassion fatigue
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Parenting issues , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Depression , Coaching , Abandonment , Attachment issues , Codependency , Communication problems , Family of origin issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 15

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

NE LIMHP 1201


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Michelle Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.

Written on Feb 02, 2026 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Michelle is great! Very experienced and approachable.

Written on Dec 07, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Good therapist

Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Michelle is very helpful and helps uncover issues in our relationship. She also has a strong background with children that helps with family dynamics.

Work with me!