Licensed clinical social worker recordNew Jersey
John Jacobs, LCSW
New Jersey
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New Jersey
- LCSW, licence 44SC00028700
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW018760
- NPI
- 1619910825
- Experience
- 47 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Jersey
These details come from information John supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About John
John Jacobs is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with 47 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related issues. Sessions address practical problems like parenting strain, work stress, and coping with life changes.
John uses straightforward, skills-based methods to help people manage symptoms and make daily life easier. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and build coping habits. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are used when clients want concrete steps toward specific goals.
In sessions he focuses on communication problems, codependency, attachment issues, and patterns that keep people stuck. He also helps those dealing with chronic pain, illness, or co-morbid conditions to find ways to manage stress and mood. Practical strategies for panic attacks, social anxiety, and anger are common topics.
John frames progress in small, measurable changes. He works with clients to set clear, realistic goals and to track what helps between meetings. He includes techniques for improving self-esteem, addressing guilt or shame, and strengthening boundaries.
People choose him for long-term support and for help during major life shifts like career change, loss, or ongoing medical challenges. His approach is direct and focused on usable tools that fit everyday life.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
John commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that worsen anxiety or depression. It often includes practical exercises and homework to try between meetings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.He also uses Motivational Interviewing when people are weighing change. That approach centers on clarifying personal reasons for change and building motivation through short, goal-focused conversations. Together these methods aim to create actionable steps and measurable progress rather than abstract discussion alone.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will review a client’s concerns, goals, and daily routines and then recommend which methods to emphasize. Sessions can be adjusted over time based on what is working and what needs more attention.
The original biography did not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that structured CBT exercises and mindfulness practices adapt well to virtual appointments.
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Experience
47+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, anger, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He uses practical, skills-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people change patterns and reach goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 47 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and practices from New Jersey.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What are the session formats?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers