Melva Hartzog

Melva Hartzog is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and challenges tied to identity and relationships. She also supports those dealing with self-esteem, depression, ADHD, panic, and issues related to women's lives. Melva writes plainly and listens closely to what matters to each person.

Melva blends practical therapies with attention to meaning and values. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational Interviewing alongside existential ideas about purpose. Sessions often look at thoughts and behaviors, present-moment awareness, and choices that fit a person's life.

Her background includes a Master of Divinity and three years as an LPC working in Pennsylvania. That mix means she can discuss spiritual or religious concerns when clients want that included. She aims to respect differences in culture, faith, and identity.

In appointments, Melva focuses on clear goals and small steps. She helps people build coping skills, manage strong emotions, and make practical changes at work or home. Therapy conversations are intended to be direct, warm, and without judgment.

People who value both practical tools and deeper meaning often find this helpful. Melva asks questions about what matters most, then works with each person to try approaches that fit their values and daily life.

How Melva’s approaches translate to online work

Melva uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and managing everyday stress by setting clear goals and practicing new skills.

She also applies Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention skills. Mindfulness helps with rumination, panic, and emotional regulation by grounding someone in the present moment and building awareness of body and breath.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Melva will discuss goals, preferences, and needs in early sessions and then shape a plan together. That plan can combine CBT, mindfulness, or motivational techniques depending on what feels useful.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during the workday or between other commitments. Because formats are not specified here, confirm the therapist's current session options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions let them practice skills in real situations and keep momentum between appointments.