Therapist profile
Jack Payson, PA Psychologist PS002134L
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania psychologist - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsPA Psychologist PS002134L
- LicensePsychologist, Pennsylvania / PS002134L
- NPI1215984448
- Experience47 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationPennsylvania
About
About Jack
Jack Payson is a Pennsylvania psychologist (PA Psychologist PS002134L) with 47 years of professional experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and life transitions. He also addresses grief, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and career or motivation problems.
Jack approaches sessions as a practical conversation about what is happening in a person's life. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. He explains things clearly and helps people try new ways of responding to triggers and conflict.
He also works through more persistent difficulties such as process addictions, social anxiety, phobias, and issues that show up after trauma. First responder issues and family problem dynamics are part of his practice when individuals bring those concerns.
Jack places attention on clients' strengths and personal knowledge of their own lives. He encourages small, achievable steps that change how people act and feel day-to-day. Sessions focus on concrete strategies rather than abstract theory.
People who come because they snap at loved ones, feel overwhelmed at work, or carry growing resentment can expect a direct, steady approach. He invites clients to be active in shaping goals and to test new skills between appointments. The initial steps are a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session to see if the work is a good fit.
How sessions work
How CBT and online sessions fit together
CBT focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In practice this means identifying patterns that escalate anger or anxiety, testing alternative responses, and building small behavioral experiments to change day-to-day reactions. It works well for stress, relationship tension, addictions, and anger that shows up as snapping or resentment.When anger is tied to trauma or long-standing avoidance, the work still begins with CBT tools but may broaden to address safety and pacing. That means setting clear, achievable goals and adjusting methods as progress is seen. The therapist will work with the client to pick approaches that match the client's needs and preferences in a collaborative way.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online care can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Some formats may be better when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera; check the options available and choose what fits daily life.
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Experience
47+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he help with?
He helps with anger that shows up as snapping at people, building resentment, or stress-related outbursts. He also addresses anger linked to relationship strain and work stress.
What therapy style does he use for anger?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice different responses. CBT is applied to improve how people react in heated moments.
How much experience does he have?
He has 47 years of professional experience working with stress, addictions, anxiety, and related concerns. That experience includes long-term practice in clinical settings.
Is he a licensed psychologist?
He is listed as PA Psychologist PS002134L and is licensed in Pennsylvania. That credential is shown exactly as provided.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats. Check the platform's online therapy options for up-to-date details.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided through the booking flow.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That initial step begins the process of planning your work together.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.