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Jacob Townsend, MFT

Jacob Townsend, MFT

Psychotherapist
827 E Pioneer Rd, Unit 100, Salt Lake, UT
Jake Townsend, MFT, is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families to reduce anxiety, strengthen relationships, and support lasting emotional growth. He earned his Master’s degree in Couple and Family Therapy from UNLV and his Bachelor’s degree in Family Life from BYU. Jake specializes in anxiety, ADHD, and communication challenges—helping clients who feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional disconnection, or relational tension. His approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Communication Skills, and client-centered principles to create practical, compassionate pathways forward. Jake is passionate about helping people build healthier, more connected lives—whether that’s through managing internal stress or navigating relationship dynamics with clarity and care. Clients appreciate his thoughtful, down-to-earth style and his ability to make difficult topics feel approachable. Outside of therapy, he’s a husband, a proud father to a young daughter, and a lifelong learner who loves sports, history, and reading about psychology and human behavior.
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Overall rating

4.92

About Jacob Townsend

Focus areas

Anxiety
Psychotherapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Therapy
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Emotionally Focused
Attachment-based
Gottman Method
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Jacob Townsend

Jake Townsend, MFT, is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families to reduce anxiety, strengthen relationships, and support lasting emotional growth. He earned his Master’s degree in Couple and Family Therapy from UNLV and his Bachelor’s degree in Family Life from BYU. Jake specializes in anxiety, ADHD, and communication challenges—helping clients who feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional disconnection, or relational tension. His approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Communication Skills, and client-centered principles to create practical, compassionate pathways forward. Jake is passionate about helping people build healthier, more connected lives—whether that’s through managing internal stress or navigating relationship dynamics with clarity and care. Clients appreciate his thoughtful, down-to-earth style and his ability to make difficult topics feel approachable. Outside of therapy, he’s a husband, a proud father to a young daughter, and a lifelong learner who loves sports, history, and reading about psychology and human behavior.

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After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Family Issues
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Stress
Therapy
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Family Issues

Office location

Jacob Townsend, MFT also offers online video visits for patients
Tava Health 2
827 E Pioneer Rd, Unit 100, Salt Lake, UT 84020
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Master's in Social Work
  • Brigham Young University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1245879972

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Overall rating
4.92
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Jake is great. I really feel I connect with him and he understands me.
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Jacob Townsend generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Jacob Townsend's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Where is Jacob Townsend's office located?

Jacob Townsend has 2 office locations, including in New Harmony and Salt Lake, view full addresses on Jacob Townsend's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jacob Townsend?

Jacob Townsend frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jacob Townsend on their profile.

What languages does Jacob Townsend speak?

Jacob Townsend speaks English and Spanish.

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