Dr. Jay Goodman, PA Psychologist PS007703L

Dr. Jay Goodman is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania with 38 years of professional experience. He holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia, a doctoral program accredited by the American Psychological Association, and practices under the credential PA Psychologist PS007703L. Having worked in group practices and hospital settings, he brings a broad clinical background to his work and a depth of experience across medical and community environments.

Dr. Goodman focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, depression, and coaching. He also attends to issues related to aging and geriatric care, blended family challenges, cancer-related adjustment, codependency, communication difficulties, and family of origin dynamics. His practice includes support for survivors of suicide, behavioral medicine and health psychology approaches, and elements of Positive Psychology. He additionally addresses hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and men’s issues.

In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental setting where thoughts and feelings can be explored candidly. He emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, helping people take the steps needed to pursue a more fulfilling life and to navigate difficult transitions with practical strategies and compassionate support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Jay Goodman integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to tailor online care to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - it provides a respectful space for exploring feelings and personal values and helps with relationship concerns, life transitions, and emotional exploration. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns and teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with loss.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Goodman works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies over time as progress and needs evolve.

Online sessions offer flexible ways to engage in therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when life is unpredictable. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these formats to provide consistent support, skill-building, and guidance in ways that adapt to each person’s routine and comfort level.