Glenn Jacob-Oviatt, LCSW

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Practical skills and story-focused therapy

Details

Name	Glenn Jacob-Oviatt
Credentials	LCSW
Based in	Oregon
Licensed in	California, Oregon
Session format	Online
Languages	English
Years in practice	5

About Glenn

Glenn Jacob-Oviatt is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people handle stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and grief. He focuses on practical skills and story work to make everyday life feel more manageable. He draws on Narrative Therapy to look at the stories people tell about themselves.

That work pairs with a person-centered style that keeps the client's priorities in focus. Glenn also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach coping skills and to shift unhelpful thinking patterns.

Background and approach

Before moving into independent practice, he spent five years at an adult mental health inpatient facility. There he led groups on anxiety reduction, DBT skills, anger management, mindfulness, communication, and creative self-expression through art and writing. That setting shaped his direct, skill-focused approach in one-on-one work.

Sessions tend to blend listening, practical exercises, and gentle challenge. Clients can expect step-by-step tools for managing panic, mood swings, impulsivity, and overwhelming feelings. He also addresses issues like abandonment, codependency, control issues, shame, and isolation.

Glenn holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in California and Oregon. He works from Oregon and conducts sessions in English. Therapy is offered online in several formats to fit different needs and schedules.

His goal is to walk alongside people as they rewrite difficult chapters and try small changes that add up. He aims to help people build clearer thinking and steadier day-to-day coping.

What this therapist works with

His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Self esteem among the things Glenn works with, alongside the areas below.

Approaches listed

Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Glenn among the ways he works.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Glenn among the ways he works.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Glenn among the ways he works.
Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Glenn among the ways he works.
Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Glenn among the ways he works.
Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Glenn directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.

Narrative Therapy in this listing

Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.

If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Glenn directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.

Online session options

How narrative and skills work translate to online care

Glenn uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe their personal stories and separate themselves from problem patterns; that approach can help with feelings of shame, emptiness, or repeated negative cycles. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy which focuses on listening, acceptance, and the client's goals to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of his toolbox for identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, panic, and mood challenges.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. He will discuss goals, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on what matches each person's needs and preferences. The plan may combine narrative work with practical CBT or DBT skills depending on what helps most.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are helpful for in-depth conversation and exercises that benefit from seeing facial cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging support moment-to-moment coaching, quick skill reminders, or people who prefer typed communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments.

Common questions about this listing

What concerns does Glenn help with?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, grief, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses issues like anger, low self-esteem, codependency, and isolation.

How would you describe his therapy style?

His style is person-centered and practical. He blends narrative work with skills-based methods so clients get both new perspectives and concrete tools.

What is his professional background?

He worked five years at an adult mental health inpatient facility leading groups on anxiety reduction, DBT skills, anger management, mindfulness, communication, and creative expression.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with CA LCSW and OR LCSW credentials, and practices from Oregon.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy?

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