Michael Hartman, LMHC

Those who have a ‘why’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how’. - Viktor Frankl

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Why Michael Hartman, LMHC chose to be in the helping profession

I became drawn to the helping profession because I have always believed in the power of healing and transformation. Life presents us all with challenges, and often those challenges can lead to emotional distress that impacts not only the individual but their relationships and community as well. I saw how, in many cases, emotional pain creates cycles of struggle that can feel inescapable.

At InsightDBT, we offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to individuals and families in Lynbrook, NY, and the Five Towns, creating a space for healing, growth, and emotional balance. We understand that emotional struggles don’t just impact individuals—they affect families and relationships, too. Our comprehensive DBT program helps clients develop skills to regulate emotions, manage distress, and improve communication, all while honoring the values and traditions of the Jewish community.

Healing is at the core of what we do. Many individuals and families feel stuck in emotional dysregulation, conflict, or distress, but DBT provides a structured path toward understanding, connection, and resilience. Our DBT therapists help families get along better, teaching effective communication strategies and emotion regulation techniques to foster shalom bayit (peace in the home).

We provide DBT treatment in the Five Towns and beyond, supporting those struggling with high-intensity symptoms like self-harm and suicidal ideation as well as low-intensity challenges like anxiety, stress, and family tension. Through DBT skills training in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, we help clients build lives worth living while staying connected to their values and faith.

If you or a loved one are seeking DBT in the Five Towns or Lynbrook, NY, reach out to InsightDBT today. We’re here to support your healing journey—as an individual, as a family, and as part of a thriving community.

Michael Hartman, LMHC's approach

I have adopted a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approach in my practice, InsightDBT. Our mission at InsightDBT is to provide comprehensive support to teens, families, and adults grappling with a spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood fluctuations, personality complexities, impulsivity, suicidality, and difficulties within family and social relationships.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, an integral facet of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is tailored specifically for individuals contending with the aforementioned issues. The core objective is to empower clients and their families to relearn adaptive coping mechanisms for both emotional and environmental challenges. By engaging in DBT, individuals embark on a transformative journey, liberating themselves from the clutches of emotional turmoil that may have pervaded their lives.

In the realm of DBT, therapists have coined the phrase "Live a Life Worth Living" to encapsulate the essence of the therapeutic process. This approach is designed to guide clients toward rediscovering their authentic selves, unencumbered by the chaos that emotional struggles may have imposed. My overarching goal is for clients to not only comprehend but truly believe in their capacity for change, enabling them to experience improved well-being and lead lives imbued with purpose and positivity. It is my firm belief that each individual has the potential to feel better, effect positive change, and embrace a life marked by health and meaning.

What you can expect from sessions with Michael Hartman, LMHC

In our sessions, you can anticipate a highly structured and comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program that goes beyond the conventional therapy experience. Our approach is manualized, ensuring a systematic and effective framework. The intensity of our program is notably elevated, offering a 60-minute individual session each week.

Additionally, we conduct mandatory 90-minute Skills Group once a week for both teens and adults, providing a supportive space to learn and practice essential coping strategies. These groups focus on building emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills in a structured yet engaging environment. In Spring 2025, we will be expanding our offerings with additional group sessions, allowing for greater flexibility to accommodate different schedules and needs. Our goal is to make these valuable resources more accessible, ensuring participants have the opportunity to grow and develop in a way that works best for them.

To address immediate concerns and crises, we offer complimentary Phone Coaching sessions between therapy sessions. This proactive approach aims to assist individuals in managing emotionally charged moments as they arise, fostering a more immediate and personalized form of support.

Our program is intentionally designed to be more robust than traditional therapy, recognizing that this level of intensity often proves instrumental in achieving meaningful and lasting change—particularly when conventional therapeutic approaches may have fallen short of meeting the desired outcomes for clients and their families.

For teenage clients, active family involvement is a key component. At least one parent is required to attend our weekly Family Skills Group alongside their child. This collaborative setting enables teens and their families to engage in skills learning directly from the DBT manual, fostering a supportive community with other individuals undergoing similar experiences. Through this holistic approach, we aim to provide the necessary support for personal growth and positive transformation, ensuring that individuals and their families find the change they seek in a structured and collaborative environment.

Michael Hartman, LMHC's experience working with the Jewish community

Throughout my entire professional journey, I have dedicated my efforts exclusively to the Jewish community, gaining invaluable experience working with individuals spanning the spectrum from frum to secular. My practice has encompassed both singles and married individuals, affording me a comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs within the Jewish community. Presently, I serve as a supervisor and clinician at a Crown Heights Mental Health Clinic, where I not only conduct, but also oversee the treatment of Jewish clients.

My unique perspective is shaped by my personal journey as a Baal Teshuva. Having traversed both secular and frum lifestyles, I bring a nuanced understanding to my work that extends beyond professional knowledge. This personal transformation has equipped me with sensitivity and insight into the intricacies of religious and secular dynamics, fostering a deeper connection with my clients.

Michael Hartman, LMHC's Book Recommendation Zone

• Man’s Search for Meaning
• DBT Skills Workbook
• The Catcher in The Rye

Approaches

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Concerns

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Emotion regulation
• Personality issues & disorders
• Self-Harm/Suicidality
• Stress management
• Trauma

6 years in practice

Licenses

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor by New York Dept. of Professions 2021. License number 011840

Certificates

• Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapsit by Evergreen and Dr. Lane Peterson 2022

Average costs per session

$100 - $250

Payment Methods

• Sliding Scale
• Free consultation
• Cash
• Check
• Credit Card

Insurances

• out of network