Last edited 11/09/2025
Identifies As
They / Them / TheirsNon-binary / GenderfluidWhitePansexual, QueerLGBTQIA+Neurodivergent, Living with Autism, Living with ADHD, Living with a disability, Living with a chronic disease
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
When I was in high school I started having issues with a racing heart, feeling full of adrenaline, shortness of breath, dizziness, and much more. Of course, being a teenage girl, I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and sent to therapy, which started my eight year journey of being treated for a mental health condition I didn't have. I was committed to the therapeutic process and became incredibly depressed because I wasn't getting better despite all the effort I was putting in to therapy. Eventually, a doctor identified that my anxiety symptoms were actually postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. From that moment I became passionate about the accurate diagnosis of mental health conditions and decided to become a social worker. I strive to be a provider that is competent in treating individuals living with chronic illnesses and mental health conditions. I stay up to date on research related to physical health conditions, attend continuing education programs for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and collaborate closely with my client's doctors to make sure their physical health needs are being taken care of.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Chronic illnessImpulse control issuesMood disordersTraumaNeurodiversity
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesSexuality Based IssuesBorderline Personality DisorderADHDAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental healthAutism spectrum disorderBipolar disorderChronic painGender identity & transgender healthSleep & insomnia issuesLGBTQIA related issuesLife coachingSelf HarmSubstance abuseSuicidal ideationCoping Skills
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesPerson-Centered TherapySomatic TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Brief TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingCoaching
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyGroup Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Professional Background
Licensure
Under Supervision: SJ Jacobs, Licensed Social Worker, S.2410765 is practicing under the supervision of Sidney Hays (Ohio, LISW, I.2103063-SUPV) at Life Worth Growing LLC.
Please, note: A clinician listed as being “clinically supervised” is completing clinical hours toward their licensure. They have one or more fully licensed clinical supervisors that often have special training. They consult with their supervisor(s) on all of their cases.
Education
University of Cincinnati, Master of Social Work, Social Work, 2024
Work HistoryDuring my graduate school internship I had the opportunity to facilitate therapy groups for individuals with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, learn somatic experiencing therapy, and learn about various approaches to treating trauma. I'm a huge research nerd and got to be involved in research throughout my graduate degree as a research assistant. My research focused on substance use disorders and the impact physical illness has on mental health. I spent two and a half years working at an adolescent Dialectical Behavior Therapy program and really enjoyed working with adolescents and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
SJ Jacobs, LSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is SJ Jacobs accepting new clients?
Yes, SJ Jacobs is accepting new clients for online therapy in Ohio.
Does SJ Jacobs accept insurance?
No, SJ Jacobs does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does SJ Jacobs offer?
SJ Jacobs offers therapy for families, groups and individuals.
Does SJ Jacobs offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Ohio can book SJ Jacobs for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does SJ Jacobs offer online therapy?
Yes, SJ Jacobs offers online therapy via video sessions, phone sessions and live messaging sessions to people in Ohio.
How quickly can I see SJ Jacobs?
SJ Jacobs typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does SJ Jacobs speak?
SJ Jacobs conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with SJ Jacobs online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with SJ Jacobs online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.