He is trained to assess and treat children, adolescents, and young adults who suffer from stress reactions, mood disorders, anxiety, anger and aggression, oppositional and defiant behaviors, child maltreatment, family disruption and loss, ADHD, learning issues, and grief. Dr. Hartman has received specialized training utilizing trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is effective in treating posttraumatic stress disorder, complicated bereavement, depression, anxiety, externalizing behaviors, sexualized behaviors, feelings of shame, and mistrust. He also has a specialized interest in working with bereaved children and family members who have lost loved ones through sudden or traumatic experiences.