Luis Semidey (He/Him)

Regarding relationship issues, we'll look at what unhealthy relationship patterns have looked like for you and how to break them. We can also work through setting boundaries with others. Whether these relationships are with a significant other, co-worker, friend, or family member, we'll work through how we can get you to have healthier relationships in your life.

With ADHD, we may look at skills training and psychoeducation to better understand your brain and how you're wired. You might look like you’re holding it all together on the outside, but internally you’re exhausted. ADHD can make it difficult to stay organized, follow through on tasks, and prioritize things in your life. I can also work with you to overcome procrastination.

Anxiety can keep you stuck in cycles of worry and self-doubt. Your mind is constantly running, you overthink decisions, set high standards for yourself, and rarely feel like you’re doing enough. I will work with you in changing some of these negative thinking patterns, look at cognitive distortions that may be getting in the way or ways to be present in the midst of anxiety-inducing situations.

Taking a person-centered approach looks like allowing you, the client, to be the expert in your own life. As the therapist, I stay curious and ask questions and provide insights that could help you make sense of your own life and experience. I offer unconditional positive regard and empathy to all my clients. In person-centered therapy, we may also look at your ideal self and real self and how we can move these closer together.

The basic premise of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the idea that situations do not cause emotional distress; it's our thoughts about the situation that lead to distressing emotions. Based on those emotions, we take specific actions. In utilizing CBT, I work with client to identify cognitive distortions (unhelpful ways of thinking) and challenge these thoughts to create more helpful ways of thinking.

I use Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy extensively, particularly with those struggling with anxiety. Oftentimes, people struggling with anxiety have challenges being present. Through mindfulness practices, I help clients be more present in their lives and focus on the things that are within their control instead of ruminating on things that are outside of their control.