11/25/2025
****THERAPIST SPOTLIGHT****
Introducing Amy Hartling, LPC
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a valued leader at ATS Counseling, where she serves as both a clinician and a supportive guide for staff. She works with children, teens, adults, and families, using a thoughtful blend of trauma-informed care, practical strategies, and play-based approaches. Amy believes that healing often begins in moments of connection, and that a game, creative activity, or hands-on experience can sometimes open doors that words alone cannot.
Before entering the counseling field, Amy spent 11 years as a teacher, earning her bachelor’s degree in Special Education and achieving National Board Certification. Her background in education deeply informs her therapeutic work, giving her a strong foundation in understanding behavior, supporting learning differences, and partnering with families in meaningful ways. She previously served at Northwestern Oklahoma State University as a counselor, professor, and Disabilities Coordinator, further strengthening her insight into accessibility and the real-world supports students and families need to thrive.
Amy is an active member of the MCART team for The Care Campus and has completed CASA training, allowing her to bring a well-rounded perspective to issues involving child safety, advocacy, and family systems. In addition to individual counseling, she facilitates several of ATS’s group programs, including Anger Management, Parenting, and Non-Offending Parenting classes. She especially values group work for its ability to build connection, normalize experiences, and provide practical tools that clients can implement immediately.
In her leadership role, Amy focuses on supporting fellow therapists, developing curriculum and therapeutic resources, and fostering a collaborative and encouraging environment. She finds deep satisfaction in seeing creative ideas and curriculum translate into meaningful progress for both clients and clinicians.
Outside of work, Amy enjoys gardening, camping, spending time at the lake, watching band and color guard performances, cheering on trail bike races, and relaxing with her dogs. These moments help keep her grounded, balanced, and energized in the work she loves.
Amy feels honored to be part of the ATS Counseling team and is passionate about continuing to support the growth and well-being of clients, staff, and the community she serves.
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