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 Center for Applied Psychological Science 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.

How to Find a Marriage Counselor Who’s the Right Fit

How to Find a Marriage Therapist: Quick Answers How to find a marriage counselor or therapist?...

Therapy Models and Therapist Styles: Finding the Right Fit

Choosing a therapist isn’t just about credentials. It’s about fit. Two therapists can have...

How to Find a Good Therapist that Fits You and Your Goals

Whether you are dealing with persistent anxiety, low mood, relationship stress, life transitions,...

Best Online Therapy: Top Telehealth Mental Health Options

You may be balancing a lot right now: work, family, school, health, finances, motivation,...

Therapy Online: Approaches, Techniques, and Outcomes

As a psychologist who has delivered thousands of hours of telehealth, I no longer view virtual...

Choosing the Best Therapist For You

If a psychologist is asked, 'Are you the best therapist I can find?' The answer should be: 'I am...

Tree of Life Therapy: Build Meaning & Resilience

H2: What Is Tree of Life Therapy? (Quick Overview) Tree of Life therapy is a narrative-based...

Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (STDP): Powerful, Enduring

Unlike supportive or insight-only therapies, Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (STDP), sometimes...

Life Review Therapy: Meaning, Reflection & Acceptance

What Is Life Review Therapy? (Quick Overview) Life review therapy is a structured process of...

Relational Life Therapy (RLT): Advanced Couples Treatment

Relational Life Therapy (RLT) is a form of couples treatment developed by Terry Real, a family...

Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)

I provide Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS Therapy), a psychotherapy approach developed by Dr. Richard C. Schwartz in the 1980s. It is based on the idea that the mind comprises multiple sub-personalities or "parts," each with unique perspectives, memories, and...

Schema Therapy

Schema therapy is an integrative approach to psychotherapy that combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic theory, attachment theory, and other therapeutic schools of thought. Dr. Jeffrey Young developed schema psychotherapy in the 1980s and is...

EFT Therapy for Couples

EFT Therapy for Couples

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a form of therapy that focuses on adult relationships and attachment/bonding. EFT Therapy aims to help partners and individuals understand and transform their emotional responses, particularly those contributing to relationship...

Relationship Therapy

I provide online relationship therapy, or relationship counseling, to help couples improve their relationships and work out specific challenges and goals. As with all of my practice, I use an integrated clinical approach, mixing in relationship therapy activities with...

What is a Clinical Psychologist?

What is a Clinical Psychologist?

When choosing a therapy provider, you have many choices, including clinical psychologists, social workers, and marriage and family therapists. All these professions are solid choices, with high training, education, and expertise standards.  A clinical psychologist...

Psychotherapy for Childhood Trauma

Psychotherapy for childhood trauma is an important and sensitive area of mental health treatment. Their experiences in childhood can have long-lasting effects on a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I provide several approaches to psychotherapy...

CBT-I for Sleep Difficulties

CBT-I for Sleep Difficulties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (online CBT-I) is an evidence-based treatment that focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors that cause difficulties. CBT-I for sleep addresses the underlying issues contributing to insomnia. Here's an overview of CBT for...

ADHD Therapy for Adults

ADHD therapy for adults is a core service I provide. I have seen people make incredible gains in overcoming barriers and realizing some of the positive attributes of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, particularly when they better manage challenges. Cognitive...

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...

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Dr. Alan Jacobson Founder and President
Dr. Alan S. Jacobson, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist and Founder of the Center for Applied Psychological Science. 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.