Jessica Hartman, LCSW, LICSW
Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges
Book with JessicaWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Jessica works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW, LICSW
- Licensed in
- North Dakota, Minnesota, Nevada
- Years in practice
- 20
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Jessica
Jessica Hartman uses a person-centered approach to help people manage stress, anger, and other life challenges. She combines practical skills with a warm, respectful style. Jessica holds a Master of Social Work and brings two decades of experience to her work in Minnesota.
Jessica earned her Master of Social Work from the College of St. Catherine and the University of St. Thomas in 2003.
She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Dakota.
Background and approach
Her clinical credentials include LCSW and LICSW and she has worked in both rural and urban settings over the years. Her background includes therapy in schools, day-treatment programs, in-home visits, outpatient behavioral health clinics, and online sessions. That variety shaped a flexible approach focused on what actually helps a person get through hard moments.
She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused methods to build practical skills for everyday life. Jessica pays particular attention to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and parenting stress. She also supports people managing bipolar disorder, ADHD, career strain, and self-esteem difficulties.
LGBT concerns and issues facing young adults and women are listed among her areas of focus. Sessions aim to be collaborative and grounded in the client’s goals. Jessica emphasizes strengths people already have and helps them apply those strengths to change patterns that cause pain.
Her style is warm, nonjudgmental, and straightforward.
What Jessica works with
Everything Jessica lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Jessica's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- ADHD
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Jessica lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approach-driven online care you can use
Jessica often blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral therapy to meet people where they are and teach skills they can use right away. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, respect, and following the person's pace to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy helps identify clear, achievable next steps and concentrates on what is working now rather than dwelling on the past.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust as needed. Decisions about techniques are collaborative and guided by the client's preferences and life situation.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls let people work face to face from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. Live chat and text messaging work well for short check-ins, coping skill practice, or fitting therapy into a busy day. These options make it simpler to match sessions to daily life and keep progress moving forward.
Questions people ask about Jessica
What kinds of concerns does Jessica address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, and LGBT related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm, relational, and person-centered. She focuses on strengths and uses practical techniques to help people cope day to day.
What is her professional background?
Jessica has 20 years in the mental health field and six years holding LCSW and LICSW clinical licenses. She has worked in schools, clinics, day-treatment programs, and in-home settings.
Where is she based and what are her credentials?
She practices from Minnesota and holds LCSW and LICSW credentials, listed as ND LCSW and MN LICSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for online therapy?
Jessica offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote work.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.