Hillary Haarmann, LCSW

Hillary Haarmann is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience offering compassionate talk therapy to adults and teenagers. She brings an approachable, strengths-based style to work with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, chemical dependency, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, grief, and a range of life transitions. Hillary earned a Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and a Master’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis, training that informs her clinical work and practical focus.

Her practice emphasizes helping clients develop a more constructive view of themselves by identifying and challenging negative automatic thoughts, a core element of cognitive behavioral therapy. She also draws on solution-focused techniques to center therapy around each client’s goals, and uses mindful practices to help people stay present and reduce reactivity. Hillary aims to support clients through empowerment - offering fresh perspectives while highlighting individual strengths and resources.

She has specific experience addressing issues such as self-esteem, intimacy, addiction, ADHD, caregiver stress, and the emotional effects of serious illness. Hillary approaches each client as an active partner in therapy, working collaboratively to set priorities, try concrete strategies, and move toward the life they want and deserve.