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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?...

Therapist Styles Explained: How Your Therapist Works

If you've tried therapy before and it didn't work, the problem may not have been therapy itself....

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,...

How to Choose Online Therapy: Private Practice vs. Platforms

Search for the best online therapy and you'll find listicles ranking subscription platforms —...

Therapy Online: Approaches, Techniques, and Outcomes

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

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...

Therapy for Self-Esteem and Resilience Training

Self-esteem therapy is a therapeutic process designed to strengthen an individual’s sense of...

ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, also known as Acceptance Therapy, to help clients develop psychological flexibility—the ability to be present, open up to unpleasant feelings, and take actions aligned with their values. ACT therapy is often an approach that is...

Mindfulness Therapy

Mindfulness therapy is a therapeutic approach that incorporates mindfulness therapy techniques to help individuals manage their thoughts, emotions, and mental health. I use this approach both in online therapy and in person to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and...

Integrative Therapy

I provide Integrative Therapy, which combines elements from different therapeutic modalities and theories. The goal is to tailor the approach to your unique needs, drawing on various techniques and perspectives to create a more comprehensive and personalized...

Narrative Therapy

Narrative therapy is an approach to psychotherapy that focuses on the stories or narratives people construct about their lives. I use this approach in my work with individuals, couples, and families. Narrative therapy interventions were developed in the 1980s by...

Seasonal Affective Disorder Treatment

Seasonal depression therapy is designed for is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, typically in the fall and winter months when there is less natural sunlight. I provide specific seasonal affective disorder treatment and also help clients who...

Psychodynamic Therapy

Rounding out my approach is Psychodynamic Therapy. This form of psychotherapy emphasizes the importance of the unconscious mind and the influence of early life experiences on an individual's psychological and emotional functioning. This therapeutic is related to the...

Does Therapy Work?

A common question that people have, which I fully respect, is "Does therapy work?". You will be dedicating your valuable time, energy, and thoughtfulness to a process that can sometimes lead to discomfort and psychological challenges. Thus, asking this question is...

Client-Centered Therapy

Client-centered therapy, or person-centered therapy, is a humanistic approach to psychotherapy that I use as a central tenet of my work. This approach was developed by the American psychologist Carl Rogers in the 1940s and 1950s (and thus, it is sometimes called...

Solution-Focused Therapy

Solution-focused therapy is a goal-oriented and collaborative approach to psychotherapy that focuses on helping you identify and work towards solutions to your problems rather than dwelling on them. We explore the underlying causes using solution focused therapy...

Gestalt Therapy

My practice is Humanistic. However, there are many different approaches in that area. One of them that I lean on when putting together an integrative approach to help each individual therapy client uniquely is Gestalt therapy. This form of psychotherapy emphasizes the...

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