Jason Tanner, LICSW, is the assistant director at BayView Professional Associates.
Tanner has been a therapist for more than three decades, working with people of all ages and at all levels of care who may be facing emotional struggles, family disruptions, or substance use issues. He received his bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and his master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
As a therapist, Tanner is well-versed in a variety of evidence-based therapies. The foundation of his clinical work is based on family systems therapy and utilizing the power of each person’s story to help them find their strengths and create a path to change that brings healing.
In the assistant director position, Tanner firmly believes in a treatment team approach that encourages all BayView employees to work together to create a positive healing experience and provide easy access to services and care. He strongly endorses a holistic approach to care at BayView and encourages collaborations with various disciplines and resources to aid patients in finding solutions to their struggles.