Business Details
Retired Clinical Psychologist Specializing in Mindfulness and Emotional Therapy
With over four decades of dedicated service, Dr. Janice Lindsay-Hartz established herself as a leading clinical psychologist in Coconut Grove, FL. Her practice focused on helping individuals navigate complex emotional challenges through evidence-based therapies, including psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-based approaches. Dr. Lindsay-Hartz pioneered research on emotions like shame, guilt, and joy, contributing foundational work that remains widely cited in academic circles. She held advanced degrees from Clark University and Brown University, where she graduated summa cum laude, and maintained affiliations with prestigious institutions like Nova Southeastern University and Baptist Hospital.Her expertise extended to couples therapy, child play therapy, and mindfulness meditation training, which she taught through an 8-week program developed at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Dr. Lindsay-Hartz prioritized continuous learning, integrating cutting-edge methodologies into her practice while supervising and mentoring fellow professionals. Her commitment to patient care was underscored by her membership in the American and Florida Psychological Associations, as well as her credentialing by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists. Though retired since 2015, her legacy continues through her academic contributions and the lives she impacted during her 42-year career.
Services
Psychotherapy
Counseling
Mindfulness Meditation Training
Couples Therapy
Child Play Therapy
Highlights and features
- 42+ years of clinical psychology experience
- Pioneer in emotional research with top-cited publications
- Tailored treatment approaches for individual needs
- Academic affiliations with Nova Southeastern University
- Mindfulness meditation expertise through UMass Medical School training
Associations and certifications
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
Services
Psychotherapy
Dr. Lindsay-Hartz provided in-depth psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral therapy tailored to individual needs. Her approach focused on understanding and transforming troubling emotions while fostering joy and resilience. She integrated interpersonal and mind-body techniques to address complex psychological challenges.
Mindfulness Meditation Training
She taught Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), an 8-week evidence-based program developed at UMass Medical School. This training helped clients manage stress, chronic pain, and emotional difficulties through meditation and mindful awareness practices.
Couples Therapy
Specialized in resolving relationship conflicts and improving communication through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Dr. Lindsay-Hartz addressed interpersonal dynamics and emotional patterns affecting partnerships using psychodynamic and behavioral approaches.
Child Play Therapy
Offered play-based interventions for children with emotional and developmental challenges. Utilized DIR/Floortime methodology to support emotional regulation and social development in children with autism and other conditions.
Professional Supervision
Provided clinical supervision and consultation to licensed psychotherapists. Focused on enhancing therapeutic skills through psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-based approaches while maintaining ethical and professional standards.
People
Janice Lindsay-Hartz
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Lindsay-Hartz practiced clinical psychology for 42 years in Florida. She researched emotions like shame and joy, published widely cited works, and taught mindfulness meditation. She held academic appointments at Nova Southeastern University and the University of Miami.
Questions
Is Dr. Lindsay-Hartz still accepting new patients?
No, Dr. Lindsay-Hartz retired in May 2015 and no longer provides active clinical services.
How can I obtain my medical records from her practice?
Call 305-662-4127 for instructions on accessing your records or obtaining referrals.
Did she offer online therapy sessions?
Her practice predated widespread telehealth adoption, and the text doesn't mention virtual services.
What therapeutic approaches did she specialize in?
She specialized in psychoanalytic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness meditation, couples therapy, and developmental play therapy.
Does she still teach mindfulness meditation classes?
She paused teaching in 2015 but may resume classes in the future, as noted on her website.
What academic credentials did she hold?
Dr. Lindsay-Hartz earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Clark University and a B.S. in Biology from Brown University, graduating summa cum laude.
