Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with understanding—of ourselves, our patterns, and the biological and emotional systems that shape how we experience the world. I work with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of concerns, integrating clinical experience, psychological insight, and education about how the brain and nervous system function under stress, trauma, and emotional strain.
Throughout my career in community mental health, private practice, medical settings, and teaching, I have worked with people facing complex emotional and relational challenges. These experiences have shaped a practical, compassionate, and direct style that focuses on helping clients understand why they feel and react the way they do, while developing concrete skills for change. I believe therapy is not only about symptom relief but about increasing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the ability to navigate life with greater clarity and intention.
My work often includes helping clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and physiological responses. By learning how to regulate the nervous system and tolerate uncertainty, individuals can respond more thoughtfully rather than react automatically. I aim to create a collaborative and respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore difficult experiences, retell their stories when needed, and move toward a stronger sense of stability and self-understanding.
Therapy is a process of growth, accountability, and compassion. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, my goal is to help them build insight, resilience, and a more grounded sense of who they are and how they want to live.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Buddhist, Jewish, Men clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Contemplative Psychotherapy Combines mindfulness and meditation practices with modern psychology. It encourages awareness and compassion as part of the healing process.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Neuropsychology Examines how brain function affects thinking, memory, and behavior. It often involves assessment and rehabilitation strategies.
- Object Relations Therapy Focuses on how early caregiver relationships shape current relationships. It aims to improve patterns of attachment and trust.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Approach Description: My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to the presenting concerns of each individual or couple. Rather than using a single model for every situation, I draw from multiple evidence-based treatment approaches and adapt them to best address the specific challenges, goals, and personality of the client. Therapy is guided by both clinical experience and research in psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral health.
Treatment may incorporate elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, insight-oriented therapy, trauma-informed care, relational and systems approaches, and skills-based interventions depending on what will be most effective. I also integrate education about the biological and neurological processes that influence emotional regulation, stress responses, trauma reactions, and behavior patterns. Helping clients understand how the brain and nervous system function often provides clarity, reduces shame, and increases the ability to make meaningful changes.
The goal of therapy is not only symptom relief but increased self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and the ability to respond more intentionally rather than react automatically. Together, we identify patterns that contribute to distress, build practical tools for managing them, and develop healthier ways of communicating, coping, and relating. My style is collaborative, direct, and compassionate, creating a space where clients can safely explore challenges, gain insight, and move toward lasting change.
Education & Credentials
Jason Herr Psy.D.
- Male
- License # 071008452
- Licensed in IL
- PSYPACT Mobility # 10204
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: Doctorate and Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology with extensive experience across community mental health, medical settings, neuropsychology, hospice, private practice, and graduate-level teaching.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 200.00
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I believe quality mental health care should be accessible. A limited number of reduced-fee and sliding scale appointments are available for individuals experiencing financial constraints. Sliding scale rates are determined based on individual circumstances, including income and current financial stressors. If you are interested in more affordable therapy options, we can discuss your needs and determine whether a reduced-fee appointment is available. My goal is to provide meaningful, consistent care while working collaboratively to find a fee structure that is manageable and sustainable.
- Accepts Insurance
- BCBS PPO and HMO Amita Health, Cigna
Jason Herr Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Therapyappointment.com
This practice provides psychotherapy for individuals and couples seeking practical, insight-oriented, and compassionate mental health care. Services address a wide range of concerns including anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and loss, relationship and marital issues, anger management, addiction, and life transitions. Treatment integrates clinical experience with evidence-based, science-driven understanding of neurology and biology to help clients better understand how the brain and nervous system influence mood, behavior, and emotional regulation.
The focus of therapy is on increasing self-awareness, improving communication, strengthening emotional regulation, and developing effective coping strategies. Clients are supported in understanding the underlying patterns that shape their thoughts, reactions, and relationships while learning concrete skills to create meaningful and lasting change.
The practice offers both in-person and secure online therapy, providing a professional and confidential environment where individuals and couples can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward greater emotional stability and personal growth.