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.

Court-Ordered Co-Parenting Therapy: What to Expect

If a judge, guardian ad litem, or your attorney has said that you and your child's other parent...

Driving Phobia Treatment: CBT & Exposure Therapy

For some people, the fear shows up as a tight chest on the highway on-ramp. For others, it's a...

Long-Distance Relationship Therapy: Managing and Enjoying Love From Afar

Practical, evidence-based support for long-distance couples and long-distance marriages —...

Perfectionism and Its Link to Anxiety and Burnout

Perfectionism · Anxiety & Burnout High standards aren't the problem. It's the specific...

College Counseling Centers vs. Private Therapy: Working Together

College Mental Health · How the Two Systems Fit Together College counseling centers and...

Signs Your Family Would Benefit from Therapy

For Families & Adult Relatives Every family has friction. This is about telling the difference...

Signs You Might Benefit From Therapy

Getting Started With Therapy You don't need a diagnosis or a crisis to benefit from therapy — just...

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...

Treatment-Resistant Depression

Treatment-resistant depression (TRD), also known as refractory depression, is a form of major depressive disorder (MDD) that does not respond adequately to at least two different kinds of treatment, usually including antidepressants. I offer therapy for...

Treating Major Depression

Treating major depression is a challenge, but with the right combination of approaches, it is quite possible. I provide therapy for major depression (or major depressive disorder - MDD), which typically involves a combination of methods tailored to the individual’s...

Interpersonal Therapy

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT Therapy) is a short-term, focused treatment for depression and other mental health disorders. IPT Therapy is based on the idea that social issues play a significant role in the development and maintenance of psychological symptoms. In my...

Emotional Support Pet Examples

An emotional support pet is an animal that provides comfort and support to people dealing with various mental health challenges. While they aren't technically considered service animals like guide dogs, emotional support pets can still improve their human companion's...

CBT for OCD

I offer CBT for OCD for adolescents and adults, both virtually and in person. Cognitive-behavioral therapy for OCD is considered a cornerstone treatment, given its effectiveness. This post goes over how I use CBT for obsessive-compulsive disorder, with an example and...

Is Virtual Therapy as Effective as In-Person?

It's the question nearly every prospective client asks before their first video session — and it deserves a real answer, not a sales pitch. The short version: for most people and most concerns, yes, the research and my own caseload agree that virtual therapy works as...

CBT for Depression

I commonly use CBT for depression as a first-line approach, though often with humanistic methods and positive psychology mixed in. Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression is an evidence-based psychotherapy approach widely used for treating many mental health...

Virtual Couples Therapy

Virtual couples therapy, also known as online couples therapy, online couples counseling, and virtual marriage counseling, involves providing therapy and support to couples through secure online platforms. I provide this therapy in 41 states, allowing me to serve...

ACT Psychotherapy

ACT Psychotherapy is a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that is designed to help individuals develop psychological flexibility by teaching them to accept their thoughts and feelings rather than trying to change or control them. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy...

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Dr. Alan Jacobson Founder and Director
Dr. Alan S. Jacobson, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist and certified health service Psychologist and Founder and Director of the Foresight Psychological Institute. He has been practicing for 25 years and is licensed in 44 states. He provides evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. His clinical work focuses on anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges, life transitions, and performance-related stress. Dr. Jacobson integrates cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented, and values-based approaches to help clients build clarity, resilience, and measurable psychological growth.
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