He received his Bachelor of Arts degrees in both psychology and sociology from Georgia State University, and he earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Georgia School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in Atlanta. Dr. Hirt has clinical experience in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, non public schools, emergency shelters, and private practice. He conducts psychological evaluations for all ages. He also provides individual, and family therapy to children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders.