Michael Gardner, LCSW

Licensed in Tennessee · 22 years in practice

Michael Gardner is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression.

License and registration

LCSW, Tennessee: 4287 · expires March 2026
NPI: 1609149210 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 22
Languages: English

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About Michael

Michael Gardner is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. He has worked in Tennessee for 22 years and brings a calm, accepting presence to sessions. He meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps that can ease daily struggles.

He uses mindfulness to help reduce stress and interrupt anxious thinking. Sessions emphasize simple coping skills that people can try between meetings.

Background and approach

That work often leads to better motivation and more confidence over time. He also uses supportive psychotherapy to listen closely and offer clear, practical options. Therapy time is used to understand each person's situation and build an individualized plan.

The approach is straightforward and aimed at realistic, achievable change. Michael has experience with adults and couples, as well as work in long-term care and with homeless veterans. He offers an environment of acceptance and compassion.

That experience informs how he works with common life stresses and mood concerns. People who choose him can expect short-term and ongoing support depending on their goals. He helps clients pick skills that fit daily life and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Taking the first step is acknowledged as brave, and he aims to make the process easier.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

How evidence-based techniques are used online

Mindfulness is used to bring attention to the present moment and reduce the grip of worry and racing thoughts. In sessions this looks like short guided exercises and daily practices clients can use when stress rises.

Supportive psychotherapy focuses on listening, validation, and practical problem-solving. The therapist offers feedback, helps clarify goals, and suggests manageable steps to try between appointments.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That way the plan evolves from real progress and client preference.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people work face to face while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit quick reflections, brief updates, or times when writing feels more comfortable. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Michael help with?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. The work centers on managing symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.

What is his general approach in sessions?

Sessions are practical and supportive. He listens, teaches coping skills, and helps clients try small changes between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 22 years of experience practicing as a licensed clinical social worker in Tennessee. That background includes work in long-term care and outreach settings.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds the LCSW credential and practices in Tennessee. The profile lists his LCSW status as the credential on record.

Are sessions offered in any other languages?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients can be accepted for work in that language.

Which session formats are available?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options let clients choose what fits their schedule and communication style.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

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