Jeff Hartwig

Jeff Hartwig is an LPCC who uses practical talk and skills to help people manage anger, anxiety, depression, and trauma. He focuses on building coping strategies, increasing insight, and helping clients move past grief and life changes. Jeff works with adults from varied backgrounds, including those in entertainment, healthcare, social services, and the military. Sessions emphasize a steady, non-judgmental listener who helps people find workable steps forward.

Jeff began his counseling work in public school districts, supporting young people with ADHD, social anxiety, impulsive behavior, and stress related to family change. He earned a Master’s degree in Educational Counseling from Azusa Pacific University and later completed the Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling credential, LPCC.

Over 12 years he expanded from school settings to supporting adults facing PTSD, anger, depression, and loss. He has also worked with athletes on mental focus and with professionals in high-pressure fields. Jeff describes his role as standing shoulder to shoulder with clients while they work through difficult moments.

In sessions he listens first, then helps people identify small, achievable changes. He uses straightforward tools to manage overwhelming feelings and to develop new habits. Many clients come for help with career strain, life purpose, parenting stress, or relationship concerns.

People who choose Jeff can expect a calm, practical approach and an emphasis on actionable strategies. He aims to help clients leave sessions with clear next steps and better ways to cope with anger and other intense emotions.

How Jeff’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Jeff uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on recognizing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT gives concrete techniques for managing anxiety, anger, and depressive moods and usually includes practicing new skills between sessions.

He also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy, which looks for practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals. This approach is useful when someone wants quick, goal-oriented guidance for problems like stress, career decisions, or coping with life transitions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jeff works with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences. Together they check what helps, adjust strategies, and set clear, achievable goals as therapy progresses.

The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. These practical benefits can help people practice skills in their everyday routines while working toward better anger management and emotional balance.