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...

The Athletic Flow State

The athletic flow state is powerful yet elusive. Most athletes have felt it at some point – that feeling of being “on,” where things come quickly, and it all falls into place. Basketball players find that they are hitting shots with little effort, baseball players see...

Sports Performance Psychology Process

Sports Performance Psychology can be a powerful and effective way to improve athletic performance and increase motivation and enjoyment. It can also provide significant improvements in cognition that carry over outside the field of play.  Sports psychology has been...

College Admission Help

My clinical specialties include college admission help. I provide services designed to help students present themselves to the college in the most compelling way possible. This involves ensuring a fit between the student and the colleges they are applying to and...

Examples of Counseling for Athletes

I provide counseling for athletes of all ages and levels. The following are two examples of the types of athlete therapy I provide, using the psychology of sports performance as a base to improve things both on and off the field of play. If you'd like information or...

Panic Attack Treatment

The following is a self-help guide, but I can provide options for panic attack treatment at home and in my office if you need more. These symptoms are more common than many people realize. Given that a definition that describes the symptoms precisely is hard to pin...

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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.