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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About John
LCSW in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 47 years of clinical experience, John Jacobs focuses on mood, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and related life stresses. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people address immediate problems and longer-term patterns.
John keeps sessions straightforward. He listens, helps people name what’s happening, and works with them to try practical steps that can reduce distress. He often combines thought-and-behavior strategies with mindfulness exercises and brief solution-focused planning.
Clients come for a wide range of concerns, including depression, panic, social anxiety, grief, substance problems, chronic pain, and the effects of past abuse. He also supports people coping with relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, work stress, and questions about self-esteem and identity.
In practice he uses motivational techniques to clarify goals and increase readiness for change. Trauma-focused work is used when past events continue to affect daily life. He will outline options and help people decide which approach to try first.
Sessions emphasize clear steps, measurable goals, and skills practice between meetings. John encourages tracking small changes and adjusting plans when something isn’t working. He asks people to be active partners in setting priorities and testing strategies.
He works in English and is based in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. People who want to begin are asked to complete an initial matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see how the approach feels.
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How his approaches are used in remote sessions
John commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT sessions often include structured exercises, homework, and step-by-step plans to reduce symptoms such as anxiety or low mood.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and grounding practices that can reduce reactivity and improve focus. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants help clarifying goals and strengthening commitment to change, for example around addiction or lifestyle changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will review options with each person, discuss goals and preferences, and then try one or more methods to see what fits. The plan is adjusted over time based on what is helpful.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Practical benefits of remote sessions include easier scheduling around work or caregiving, shorter check-ins when needed, and the ability to continue therapy without traveling. The focus remains on clear steps, skill practice, and goal tracking whether sessions are remote or in person.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
47+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, grief, and related issues such as panic, social anxiety, and chronic pain.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy depending on the issue.
How long has he practiced?
He has 47 years of clinical experience in social work and psychotherapy.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and practices from New Jersey.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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