Our Services
Comprehensive Therapy for Every Stage
From early childhood through the teenage years, Dr. Hartman provides individualized, evidence-based care tailored to your family's unique needs. Explore our full range of services below.
Meeting children where they are
Child Therapy (Ages 3-12)
Children often lack the vocabulary to express complex emotions. Dr. Hartman creates a warm, safe environment where children can explore their feelings through age-appropriate therapeutic techniques. Using a combination of play therapy and talk therapy, she helps children develop emotional awareness, coping skills, and resilience.
What to Expect
- Individual sessions tailored to your child's developmental stage
- Fully equipped playroom for therapeutic play
- Parent consultation and collaboration
- School liaison when appropriate
- Regular progress updates for parents
Common Concerns Addressed
- Anxiety and worry
- Behavioral challenges
- Adjustment to divorce or family changes
- Social skills difficulties
- Grief and loss
- Self-esteem concerns
- School-related stress
Supporting teens through critical years
Adolescent Therapy (Ages 13-17)
The teenage years bring unique challenges—academic pressure, social dynamics, identity formation, and growing independence. Dr. Hartman provides a confidential, judgment-free space where teens can process their experiences and develop the skills they need to navigate adolescence with confidence.
What to Expect
- Confidential individual therapy sessions
- Evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques
- Identity and self-esteem support
- Family sessions when beneficial
- Crisis intervention when needed
Common Concerns Addressed
- Depression and mood disorders
- Anxiety and panic
- Academic stress and underperformance
- Peer relationship challenges
- Family conflict
- Self-harm and risk behaviors
- Substance use concerns
- Life transitions
Strengthening bonds, improving communication
Family Therapy
Families are complex systems, and when one member struggles, everyone feels the impact. Dr. Hartman works with families to improve communication patterns, resolve conflicts, navigate transitions, and rebuild trust. Family therapy creates a foundation of support that benefits every member.
What to Expect
- Whole-family and sub-system sessions
- Communication skills training
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Parenting support and guidance
- Blended family integration support
Common Concerns Addressed
- Divorce and co-parenting
- Parent-child relationship repair
- Sibling conflict
- Blended family challenges
- Communication breakdown
- Major family transitions
- Behavioral management
- Grief affecting the family system
Compassionate support for life's challenges
Adult Therapy
Adulthood brings its own set of pressures—career demands, relationships, parenting, caregiving, and personal growth. Dr. Hartman offers a thoughtful, collaborative space where adults can process anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the patterns that hold them back, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's goals.
What to Expect
- Individual therapy for adults of all ages
- Evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques
- Support for life transitions and major decisions
- Relationship and interpersonal work
- Flexible scheduling including evenings
Common Concerns Addressed
- Anxiety and panic
- Depression and mood concerns
- Life transitions and career changes
- Relationship and interpersonal challenges
- Parenting stress
- Grief and loss
- Self-esteem and identity
- Personal growth and self-discovery
A child's natural language
Play Therapy
Play is the language through which children communicate their inner world. Dr. Hartman's office includes a fully equipped playroom where younger children can express themselves through creative play, art, sand tray work, and other hands-on activities. Play therapy allows children to process emotions and develop problem-solving skills in a natural, comfortable way.
What to Expect
- Directive and non-directive play techniques
- Art and creative expression
- Sand tray therapy
- Puppets and role-play
- Therapeutic games and activities
Common Concerns Addressed
- Emotional expression difficulties
- Trauma processing
- Attachment challenges
- Developmental delays
- Selective mutism
- Phobias and fears
- Anger management
- Social skill building
Quality care from the comfort of home
Telehealth Sessions
Dr. Hartman offers secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients throughout New York and New Jersey. Virtual therapy provides the same quality of care as in-person sessions, with the added convenience of accessing therapy from home. Telehealth is especially valuable for busy families, those with transportation challenges, or clients in areas with limited provider access.
What to Expect
- Secure, HIPAA-compliant video sessions
- Available throughout New York and New Jersey
- Same evidence-based approaches as in-person
- Flexible scheduling including evenings
- Easy online booking through client portal
Common Concerns Addressed
- All issues treated in person are available via telehealth
- Particularly effective for older children and teens
- Ideal for follow-up and maintenance sessions
- Family sessions with multiple locations
- Continuity of care during travel or illness
Getting Started
What to Expect When You Reach Out
Initial Contact
Call or email to discuss your family's needs and schedule a consultation.
Consultation
Meet with Dr. Hartman to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine fit.
Assessment
Complete intake forms and begin a thorough understanding of your child's needs.
Treatment Plan
Receive a personalized treatment plan with clear goals and a collaborative approach.
Find the Right Support for Your Family
Not sure which service is right for your child? Schedule a consultation and Dr. Hartman will help determine the best path forward.