Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 31 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Grief, Trauma and PTSD and 7 more.
Benjamin Johnson
About me
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) holding licenses in Massachusetts, Illinois and Michigan. I received my Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan, and have worked in the mental health field for about 7 years in different settings with children, adults, and families. I use a empathetic and calming approach in my session that allows every client to be heard and understood. I believe healing is truly possible when my client is given a safe and supportive space to voice their thoughts and feelings. Through your sessions with me, you will build up your skills to better understand and manage your feelings that are currently weighing you down.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
My clients can expect a welcoming and friendly environment that will seek to establish a productive and therapeutic relationship from the start. I will start by getting to know you and your unique story and develop a collaborative action plan for positive change in our work together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have an easy going and friendly demeanor that allows clients to feel comfortable and safe working with me. I also offer patience and persistence, as well as a non-judgemental approach that allows me to meet clients where they are at and provide guidance in their journey, wherever that may be.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are adults and young adults dealing with the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Wherever you are in life, I provide a safe and supportive space to process and work through problems to rediscover the whole person that you are capable of being.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
ADHD
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Phobias
Identifies as
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Illinois
Massachusetts
Michigan
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts (BBA)
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Cash - $125 per session
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health
UMR - Advocate Aurora Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT to help clients in regulating their emotions and learning distress tolerance skills, as well as helping clients to pursue healthier and more productive relationships.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I use TFCBT to help clients heal from the trauma of their past and reframe the messages and themes from earlier trauma in their lives. I use trauma narratives and narrative therapy as an exposure method to help clients talk and explore their past traumas
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use ACT as a method to help clients find acceptance in themselves in a non-judgemental and healthy way. I help clients connect with their values and to find happiness and joy in their lives through a value-based existence.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness techniques to help clients connect with their body and learn comforting and non-judgemental approaches to dealing with daily stresses.
5 ratings with written reviews
July 21, 2026
Ben is great. He’s patient, kind, outgoing, and attentive. He doesn’t judge, he holds you accountable, and helps with providing solutions to your problems. He meets you where you’re at, and guides you through your struggles.
Verified client, age 25-34
October 2, 2025
Just two sessions in but Benjamin does an effective job of asking constructive questions. It feels like we are working toward defining what I need from a professional and not just talking blindly. Hoping things continue in a positive direction.
Verified client, age 25-34
April 26, 2025
It helps that he doesn't judge me for my thoughts or feelings. He has created a safe place for me to feel ok with being honest in our conversations. He genuinely seems like a good person who genuinely wants to help me and not just because it's his job. Before working with him I was afraid of going to therapy because I was afraid of being judged and looked down upon. I was also afraid that what ever therapist i got wouldnt actually care about me. I am thankful that he proved my fears wrong.