Jacob Pickard

Dr. Jacob Pickard is a dedicated psychologist who empowers individuals to cultivate a more fulfilling life. Understanding that each person has unique needs and goals, he engages actively with clients, offering thoughtful insights and appropriate challenges to foster their growth. Dr. Pickard creates a therapeutic atmosphere infused with flexibility, acceptance, compassion, and humor, which has helped his clients navigate a spectrum of life challenges over the past 15 years. Often, individuals seek his guidance when feeling overwhelmed or striving to find meaning, grappling with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship dynamics. With advanced training in Gottman-informed couples therapy, he has worked extensively with diverse couples, assisting them in enhancing their communication and overall relationship satisfaction. Dr. Pickard also specializes in group therapy, facilitating several groups aimed at boosting relational and life satisfaction. His extensive training across various settings has equipped him with the versatility to adapt different therapeutic approaches to best support his clients. In addition to his clinical work, he serves as an assistant professor and chief of psychotherapy at the University of the Incarnate Word’s psychiatry residency program, where he mentors and teaches residents in the field.