Therapy Blog
I work to keep my therapy blog updated with the latest innovations and ideas in the field of psychotherapy and the latest news about my practice. I also contribute to other The Foresight Psychological Institute blogs including regarding Therapeutic Tutoring, Psych testing, and Leadership Coaching. Please note that all advice and self-help offered is not a substitute for consulting with a professional.
Long-Distance Relationship Therapy: Managing and Enjoying Love From Afar
Practical, evidence-based support for long-distance couples and long-distance marriages — delivered virtually, nationwide. Long-distance relationships get a bad reputation they often don't deserve. In my practice, I work with couples who are dating long-distance,...
Perfectionism and Its Link to Anxiety and Burnout
Perfectionism · Anxiety & Burnout High standards aren't the problem. It's the specific flavor of perfectionism, the fear of ever falling short of them, that quietly drives anxiety and burns people out. 9 min read · Anxiety & Performance-Related...
College Counseling Centers vs. Private Therapy: Working Together
College Mental Health · How the Two Systems Fit Together College counseling centers and outside therapists aren't competitors. They're built for different jobs, and the best outcomes often come from using both. 10 min read · Therapy for Young Adults The...
Signs Your Family Would Benefit from Therapy
For Families & Adult Relatives Every family has friction. This is about telling the difference between a rough patch and a pattern that's quietly running the relationship. 🖋️ Dr. Alan Jacobson, Psy.D., MBA ⏱️ 7 min read 🔬 Clinically reviewed Families rarely arrive...
Signs You Might Benefit From Therapy
Getting Started With Therapy You don't need a diagnosis or a crisis to benefit from therapy — just something that's been sitting heavier than it should for longer than it should. 🖋️ Dr. Alan Jacobson, Psy.D., MBA ⏱️ 7 min read 🔬 Clinically reviewed Most people wait...
People-Pleasing and Boundary-Setting: Why ‘No’ Feels So Hard
Relationships & Self-Worth If saying "no" fills you with guilt, and you can name everyone else's needs faster than your own, you're not alone — and there's a well-researched path back to yourself. 🖋️ Dr. Alan Jacobson, Psy.D., MBA ⏱️ 8 min read 🔬 Clinically reviewed...
Is Therapy Tax-Deductible? Using HSA/FSA for Sessions
How Superbills Work: Get Reimbursed for Out-of-Network Therapy
Rejection-Sensitive Dysphoria: Why Criticism Feels Unbearable (And What Helps)
Imposter Syndrome: Why High Achievers Feel Like Frauds
