- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Existential approaches
- Young adult issues
About Jacob
Jacob Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Louisiana with four years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, and compassion fatigue. Jacob also supports people dealing with young adult issues and a wide range of mood and behavior concerns.
Jacob uses a straightforward, collaborative style in sessions. He leans on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and existential ideas to help people name what matters to them. Conversations focus on what a person is carrying and how they want to move forward rather than quick fixes.
He often sees people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. That includes clients who tried therapy before and felt it didn’t fit, and those navigating chronic stress, relationship strain, or substance use recovery. Jacob aims to listen without judgment and to be clear about what happens in sessions.
In practice, sessions are conversational and paced to the person’s needs. He will help identify values, notice avoidance or unhelpful habits, and try practical steps that link values to everyday choices. The work tends to be honest, direct, and focused on what is livable for each person.
Jacob describes himself as engaged and transparent in therapy. He encourages people to speak openly, name what’s difficult, and take small steps toward changes that matter to them. The first session typically looks at what brought someone in and what a useful next step would be.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Jacob draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. ACT often focuses on clarifying personal values and choosing small actions that point toward those values, which can help with anxiety, depression, and feeling aimless.He also uses existential ideas that ask practical questions about meaning, responsibility, and how someone wants to live. That approach is useful for people wrestling with identity, life transitions, or a sense of disconnection. Both approaches aim to be direct and applied rather than theoretical.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jacob will collaborate with each person to figure out what methods match their goals, pace, and preferences. He checks in about what helps and adapts the focus as progress or challenges appear.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, fit therapy around classes or work, and avoid travel time. Talking by video or phone can also let a person keep sessions from taking an entire day, making therapy more practical to maintain alongside early adult responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jacob work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, and compassion fatigue, and also focuses on young adult issues and related mood or behavioral concerns.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses a collaborative, down-to-earth style influenced by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and existential ideas, focusing on values and practical next steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LPC licensed in Louisiana and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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