Gene Johnson

Gene Johnson, LISW-S is a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor with a Masters in Social Work from Ohio State University obtained in 1975 and decades of experience. He specializes in grief and bereavement, addiction, emotional dysregulation, distress intolerance, and relationship discord.

Across his long career, Gene addresses complex emotional and interpersonal challenges, drawing on his clinical experience to support clients facing loss, substance concerns, and strained relationships.

His approach is rooted in the 'enlightened witness,' inspired by Alice Miller; he uses kindness, tenderness, and focused attentive love to help people remember and return to their basic goodness and authentic selves, while supporting relational safety and practical steps toward change.