Renee R. Hartman

With a deep fascination for human resilience and potential, Dr. Renee R. Hartman brings a unique perspective to her psychological practice. As a licensed psychologist, she is driven by the belief that positive change can profoundly impact individuals, teens, children, and families.

Dr. Hartman specializes in individual counseling, with a particular focus on adolescents and young adults. Her approach is caring, accepting, and interactive, providing structure and direction throughout the counseling process. Dr. Hartman's therapeutic style has evolved over time, shifting from a primary focus on past childhood and family of origin issues to a more present-centered approach. She now emphasizes current thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and how individuals function in their current relationships and responsibilities.

In her practice, Dr. Hartman employs cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal approaches that are solution-focused. She begins therapy by clarifying needs, goals, and expectations, recognizing the significant role a person's past plays in shaping their worldview and self-perception. However, Dr. Hartman firmly believes that change happens in the present as individuals face their fears, take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and move towards what they value and what gives their life purpose and meaning.

Dr. Hartman's areas of expertise are wide-ranging, encompassing anxiety, depression, stress management, loss and grief, life transitions, trauma, relationships, addiction and relapse prevention, spirituality and religious concerns, ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, and parenting. With over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and their families, she particularly enjoys supporting teenagers through their developmental journey into adulthood.

At Hartman Counseling, Dr. Renee Hartman offers both in-person sessions at their Bellevue, Washington office and teletherapy services throughout Washington state. Her approach is characterized by a good sense of humor, often laughing with clients as they work through seemingly overwhelming problems. Dr. Hartman's ultimate goal is to help individuals find value, purpose, and meaning in their lives, guiding them towards personal growth and flourishing.