Kathleen Hartman-McCarthy, LMSW, LCSW

Kathleen Hartman-McCarthy holds a master’s degree in social work and is licensed as a clinical social worker in both Indiana and Michigan. With 25 years of counseling experience, she has worked with a wide range of people facing mental health and addiction challenges, bringing steady expertise and practical support to each interaction.

She integrates several therapeutic methods to address the whole person - mental, physical, spiritual, and interpersonal health - drawing on motivational enhancement techniques, cognitive behavioral strategies, and strengths-based, person-centered practices. Kathleen’s training is reflected in her credentials: LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, both indicating advanced preparation and state licensure for clinical practice.

Kathleen creates a caring and compassionate space where individuals can talk through their concerns, learn new coping strategies, and work toward improved quality of life. Her approach focuses on building practical skills, clarifying personal strengths, and supporting clients as they navigate change and recovery.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Kathleen Hartman-McCarthy draws from evidence-based approaches to guide online therapy in ways that fit each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and take action toward a meaningful life, while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than struggling with them. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, respect, and the client’s own goals, offering a supportive environment where individuals lead the pace and focus of work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to shift thoughts and responses, which can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress management.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kathleen works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods best align with their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, adjusting strategies over time as needed. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to create a tailored plan.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to connect from home or during a busy day. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into daily life and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not available.