- CBT methods
- ACT practices
- EMDR for trauma
About Jonathan
Jonathan Semro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with four years of professional counseling experience. He works with adults facing grief and ADHD and also addresses related concerns such as guilt and shame, forgiveness, mood disorders, and issues that come up around fatherhood and caregiving.
Before becoming an LPC, he spent 24 years serving as a Christian pastor. That background informs how he talks about meaning, values, and faith when clients bring those topics up. He offers either faith-informed or non-faith counseling depending on what the person prefers.
In sessions he uses practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice patterns of thought and try different ways of responding. He also works with trauma approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when trauma memories are part of the problem.
Jonathan describes his style as listener-led and nonjudgmental. He helps clients clarify goals and keeps them in control of what is worked on in each session. He draws on solution-focused ideas to build small, doable steps toward those goals.
People who contact him often want help with loneliness, life purpose, communication problems, or processing loss and end-of-life issues. He also supports men dealing with stress, post-traumatic stress, and young adult concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and Jonathan does not work with international clients.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that align with their values. It can help when guilt or shame keeps someone from moving toward the life they want. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavioral changes to shift mood and functioning. It is often used for mood disorders, anxiety, and day-to-day problems that follow from stuck thoughts. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that works with distressing memories to reduce their intensity and the reactions they provoke.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jonathan will discuss different methods with each person and decide together which fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying a short skill-based exercise one week and a trauma-focused intervention another week as appropriate.
The therapist's specific session formats are not listed here, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during shorter breaks. Others prefer longer sessions when processing grief or working through trauma. Discussing format and length during the first scheduling steps helps align sessions with everyday life and responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He focuses on grief and ADHD and also addresses guilt and shame, forgiveness, mood disorders, communication problems, fatherhood issues, caregiving stress, isolation, life purpose, and related topics.
How would he approach shame or guilt in sessions?
He uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new responses without pushing for a specific outcome.
What is his background and experience?
He has four years of counseling experience and previously spent 24 years working as a Christian pastor, which shapes how he addresses values and faith when relevant.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the credential LPC, and is licensed in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Start by selecting 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 or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.