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John Jacobs, LCSW
New Jersey
LCSW - Anxiety and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About John
John Jacobs is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, holding licenses in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 47 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression among other concerns. He works with adults who bring problems like relationship strain, parenting stress, eating concerns, anger, and difficulties with self-esteem.
John uses straightforward, skills-based methods to help people notice thoughts and habits that make problems worse. He guides practical steps clients can try between sessions. He also integrates mindfulness practices and motivational techniques when those fit a person's goals.
In sessions he addresses specific problems such as panic attacks, social anxiety and phobia, ADHD-related challenges, and coping with life changes. He pays attention to attachment issues, communication problems, codependency, and feelings of isolation or shame. He also supports people managing chronic pain, illness, or disability alongside emotional concerns.
His work includes focused approaches for addiction and relapse prevention, grief and forgiveness work, and managing compassion fatigue for those who feel worn out by caregiving roles. He uses solution-focused steps for short-term goals and trauma-focused methods when trauma is a central issue.
John practices in New Jersey and provides services in English. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to get started. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online work
John frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in ways that fit online sessions. CBT in this setting focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing realistic alternatives, and assigning short practical exercises to try between visits. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and build coping during stressful moments.He also draws on Motivational Interviewing when people are weighing change. That approach uses straightforward conversation to clarify goals and strengthen a person’s own reasons for making adjustments. Deciding which of these methods to emphasize is a collaborative process based on the client's goals, needs, and preferences, and he discusses options openly with each person.
Session formats are not listed in the supplied biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a workday, or keeping therapy consistent when schedules shift. The therapist will discuss practical scheduling and format details before the first appointment.
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Experience
47+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related concerns from the supplied list.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try alternative responses. Sessions include practical exercises and steps to practice between meetings.
What is his background and experience?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 47 years of clinical experience working with a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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