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James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW

James Gardner

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW (he, him)

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2 Master Drive, #1, Franklin, MA 02038
Let's Connect (508) 484-8242
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Jim has a passion for language and international cultures as evidenced by his extensive work with Russian Jewish immigrants. And as a person in recovery for over 10 years he is personally acquainted with the struggles related to maintenance of sobriety. He states that he is also grateful to God for the life lessons that he has learned caring for aging parents and a partner. These lessons have taught him many life lessons regarding the care of others.
Jim is an LICSW with a Ph.D. from the Smith College in clinical social work. As a licensed social worker, he not only focuses on an individual’s mental health but also considers the role of the social environment that affects an individual. After receiving his MSW in 1982, he served at the D St. clinic in South Boston for 28 years.
More recently, Jim has over 5 years of outpatient experience working with clients on both a short- and long-term basis. Over this time, Jim gained experience and became skilled at addressing many mental health issues.
Take the first step to help. Call or James Gardner now - (508) 484-8242

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Handel Behavioral Health

2 Master Drive

#1

Franklin, MA 02038

(508) 484-8242

Handel Behavioral Health

21 Pray Street

Amherst, MA 01002

I offer therapy sessions in-person, from our Franklin office, on online via video.
$149 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Handel Behavioral Health

2 Master Drive

#1

Franklin, MA 02038

(508) 484-8242

Handel Behavioral Health

21 Pray Street

Amherst, MA 01002

I offer therapy sessions in-person, from our Franklin office, on online via video.
$149 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $149
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Health New England (HNE)
  • Optum
  • Tufts
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellfleet
  • Wellpoint
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We accept all the major insurance plans in Massachusetts as well as many of the smaller plans. We feel that mental health care is essential to the ability of our clients to live full and productive lives.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
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James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
"
We accept all the major insurance plans in Massachusetts as well as many of the smaller plans. We feel that mental health care is essential to the ability of our clients to live full and productive lives.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
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James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 106952 James Gardner
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I have over 30 years of experience working with a diverse range of individuals in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. As a person in recovery for over 10 years, I'm personally acquainted with the struggles related to maintenance of sobriety.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
"
I have over 30 years of experience working with a diverse range of individuals in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. As a person in recovery for over 10 years, I'm personally acquainted with the struggles related to maintenance of sobriety.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
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James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Racial Identity
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance-use disorder/addiction, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, behavioral issues, relationship concerns, sexual orientation and gender identity concerns, life transitions, among many other mental health concerns.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance-use disorder/addiction, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, behavioral issues, relationship concerns, sexual orientation and gender identity concerns, life transitions, among many other mental health concerns.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
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James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I'm attuned to impact of the social environment on an individual. Above all, I'm dedicated to establishing a relationship of trust with every individual I work with, resulting in deeper and more meaningful discussions.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
"
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I'm attuned to impact of the social environment on an individual. Above all, I'm dedicated to establishing a relationship of trust with every individual I work with, resulting in deeper and more meaningful discussions.
or call with questions - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW

Location

Primary Location

Handel Behavioral Health

2 Master Drive

#1

Franklin, MA 02038

(508) 484-8242

Additional Location

Handel Behavioral Health

21 Pray Street

Amherst, MA 01002

(508) 484-8242
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person, from our Franklin office, on online via video.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person, from our Franklin office, on online via video.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (508) 484-8242
Photo of James Gardner, PhD, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
James Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW