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Jonathan Semro, LPC

  • Experience4 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasGrief and ADHD
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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About Jonathan

Jonathan Semro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who combines several evidence-based methods with a long history of helping people navigate difficult life transitions.

Background and approach

After 24 years of work as a Christian pastor, he transitioned into professional counseling and now brings four years of clinical experience to issues such as grief and ADHD, along with related concerns including mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, caregiver stress, and life-purpose questions.

He aims to listen attentively and create a nonjudgmental space where each person’s story guides the work. Jonathan integrates approaches such as Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR to tailor interventions to individual needs.

Clients decide whether to include faith-based elements, and the therapist adapts to those preferences while keeping the client in control of session goals. His practice emphasizes collaboration, practical tools, and exploration of inner parts and patterns that affect day-to-day functioning.

Jonathan frames therapy as a partnership focused on clarity, coping strategies, and meaningful change while honoring each person’s unique background and priorities.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Jonathan integrates Internal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into online work. Internal Family Systems frames inner experiences as distinct parts and helps people build compassionate curiosity toward conflicting thoughts and emotions; it can be useful for understanding patterns that drive shame, isolation, or relationship difficulty. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and developing flexible behavior in service of those values, which can help with mood disorders, life-purpose questions, and managing symptoms of ADHD.

He approaches treatment as a collaborative exploration rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription. Together the client and therapist assess which methods or combination of techniques are the best fit based on presenting concerns, personal preferences, and practical goals, and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase accessibility and scheduling flexibility. These options allow for ongoing work around day-to-day challenges, follow-up on tools learned in sessions, and support that fits varied routines and locations, while keeping the therapeutic focus on clear goals and practical strategies.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does he commonly address?
He works with grief and ADHD as primary specialties and also addresses related issues such as mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, caregiver stress, communication problems, and life-purpose concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach that emphasizes listening and letting the client steer goals while offering practical tools and reflective exploration.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional counseling experience following a prior 24-year background in pastoral work, bringing both clinical training and long-term people-helping experience.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed in Texas as an LPC with license number TX LPC 91259 and provides services from that location.
Does he offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers a variety of online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

GriefADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English