Jeff Hartwig , LPCC

Jeff Hartwig began his career counseling youth within public school districts, guiding students through parental conflict, divorce, ADHD, ADD, social anxiety, impulsive behaviors, stress, and sports performance challenges. Over time he expanded his focus to support adults, drawing on his experience to help people build insight and practical coping skills for issues such as PTSD, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and loss.

His client base has included individuals from the entertainment industry, medical professionals, social service workers, military personnel, and athletes seeking stronger mental focus. Jeff approaches each person with a nonjudgmental stance and attentive listening, aiming to stand shoulder to shoulder with clients as they work through difficult life moments. He values the ripple effect of therapy and finds it meaningful that the help he offers can touch people beyond the individual in front of him.

Jeff earned a master’s degree in Educational Counseling from Azusa Pacific University and later completed clinical training to become an LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. That credential indicates advanced preparation to provide clinical counseling. He continues to assist adults and adolescents with a range of concerns and supports those who seek compassionate, practical guidance through life changes.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care Options

Jeff employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical, evidence-informed method that helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and for building concrete coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy is another approach he uses, emphasizing clear, achievable goals and short-term strategies to help clients make measurable progress toward what matters to them.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jeff works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailors strategies so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single method. This shared decision making helps clients feel engaged and invested in the path forward.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those unable to attend in-person sessions. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow people to receive consistent support from home, work, or while traveling. These options can make it easier to maintain momentum in therapy and to access help when it is needed most.