Dr Michael Jacobs, PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologists

Verified

“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

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New York, United States

In-person & Online

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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