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- Relationship work
- Trauma and grief
- Autism focus
About Jacob
LMFT Jacob Galema has six years of clinical experience and is licensed in Minnesota. He focuses on relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, anxiety and depression, and related areas such as ADHD, grief, and career stress.
Jacob works from the view that clients know their own stories and bring strengths to therapy. He encourages practical steps and honest conversation rather than jargon. Sessions center on identifying what’s getting in the way and trying concrete ways to change patterns that cause distress.
In practice he addresses a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, anger, self-esteem, parenting pressures, and questions around sexual orientation and LGBT identity. He also supports people with autism and Asperger syndrome who want help navigating relationships and life changes.
His approach is collaborative: he listens, highlights existing resources, and suggests strategies clients can try between sessions. That may include problem-solving, planning small behavioral changes, or working through grief and loss in stages.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation about goals and pacing. Jacob uses plain language and focuses on what can be done now to reduce stress and improve relationships. To begin, readers are invited to follow the site’s process for matching and scheduling a first session.
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Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Jacob describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is problem-focused work that identifies unhelpful patterns in relationships and tests small behavioral changes to improve communication and reduce conflict. This method suits people dealing with ongoing relationship strain, intimacy worries, or parenting conflicts.Another typical approach emphasizes coping strategies for mood and anxiety symptoms. That involves finding manageable actions that lower day-to-day stress and improve mood, such as activity planning, stress management, and stepwise exposure to feared situations. These techniques are often used for depression, anxiety, and stress-related challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. The therapist checks in on progress and adjusts plans based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during a lunch break or between commitments. It can also allow a shorter check-in when time is limited or an audio-only session when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. These practical benefits help integrate therapy into a busy routine without promising a particular service.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship and family concerns, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, bipolar, anger, self-esteem, career stress, parenting matters, and related coaching needs.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He focuses on strengths, clear goals, and concrete steps clients can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - licensed in Minnesota.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
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, use the urgent help numbers.