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Melva Hartzog

Melva Hartzog

LPC

Pennsylvania

Guided, values-based counseling for life changes

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC
License
LPC, Pennsylvania / PC010406
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Pennsylvania

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Spiritual integration
    • Multicultural aware

    About Melva

    Melva Hartzog is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. She also supports those dealing with relationship and intimacy concerns, career strain, ADHD, and questions around identity and self-esteem. Melva names Motivational Interviewing among her approaches and often blends it with other methods to help people move toward change.

    She describes therapy as a place to meet without judgment. Sessions aim to make sense of life events and find practical next steps. Melva brings a calm, direct style and focuses on what a person wants to do differently. Conversations include goal-setting, skill practice, and reflection on values.

    Her background includes a Master of Divinity and three years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Melva says spiritual and religious beliefs can be important for many clients, and she can incorporate those themes when relevant. She also emphasizes multicultural awareness and respects varied life perspectives.

    In practical work she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness ideas. That means looking at patterns of thought and behavior, exploring motivation for change, and practicing ways to stay present and reduce overwhelm. Sessions are paced to match each person’s readiness and energy.

    People who reach out can expect clear discussion of goals and steps to try between sessions. Melva encourages honesty about what helps and what does not, and she adjusts the approach as progress unfolds.

  2. How motivational and cognitive approaches work online

    Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to talk about change. It focuses on a person’s own reasons for wanting different outcomes and helps increase readiness to try new steps. This approach can help with substance of change goals, low motivation, and uncertainty about next moves.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and tests small changes to reduce distress. It often includes simple exercises to practice between sessions and helps with anxiety, depression, panic, and low self-esteem.

    Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels useful, then adjust strategies together. That collaborative process helps match Motivational Interviewing, CBT, or mindfulness tools to the person’s needs.

    Practical benefits of working online include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and fewer travel requirements. Online work can make it simpler to schedule shorter check-ins or regular sessions around work and caregiving demands. Confirm the available session formats with the therapist before booking so arrangements match your routine.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

    Also works with

    LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

    Experience

    3+ years

    Listed in

    Pennsylvania

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Melva address?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and related issues like self-esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, career strain, and panic symptoms.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her style is warm and nonjudgmental with practical focus. Conversations include goal-setting, skill practice, and exploring motivation to change.

    What is her professional background?

    Melva holds a Master of Divinity and has three years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

    What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

    She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.

    Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    Which session formats does she offer?

    Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What steps should I take to begin working with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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