Michael

Dr Michael Jacobs

Licensed Clinical Psychologists

verified by TherapyRoute

My clients appreciate that I actively engage in our sessions, offering thoughtful conversations and fresh perspectives. I cater to a diverse range of mental health issues using CBT and ACT including anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia and LGBTQIA+ issues.

About Me

I actively engage in our sessions, offering thoughtful conversations and fresh perspectives. We can explore various mental health challenges, from anxiety and depression to insomnia and LGBTQIA+ issues. I draw on CBT and ACT to help you find practical strategies. Clients gain clarity and new ways forward in a space where their unique experiences are truly heard.

Approach

Expect our work to be collaborative and practical, moving from understanding patterns to trying small experiments that shift daily life. I see adults in New York and online, working in English at a steady, paced rhythm that balances focused skill-practice with quiet reflection. Sessions often include brief between-meeting tasks, gentle exposure to feared situations, and values-based choices to reduce avoidance while tracking sleep and mood. This approach tends to suit people looking for clear steps paired with honest, compassionate conversation.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

    Learn more about ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

    Learn more about CBT

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Groups
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

    Learn more about Mood Disorder
  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

    Learn more about OCD
  • Sleep Problems

    Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

    Learn more about Stress / Burnout

Professional Title:

  • Licensed Clinical Psychologists

    A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions.

Qualifications


Hofstra University

Registrations


New York State Education Department; Office of the Professions

Clinical Psychologist

Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)

Psychologist

Department of Public Health

Psychology

Service Areas


Institute for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies NYC

In-person & Online

New York, NY

United States

Performance Institute for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies CT

In-person & Online

Greenwich

New York, CT

United States

Virtual Office

In-person & Online

New York, NY

United States