- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Brian
Brian Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Tennessee with 31 years of practice. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship strains, career questions, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and life changes.
He uses direct conversation and practical strategies rather than abstract theory. Sessions focus on talking through current problems, spotting patterns that keep problems going, and trying small changes to see what helps. He also works with issues around forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love when those come up.
His style leans on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's experience, combined with cognitive behavioral tools to shift unhelpful thoughts and habits. He draws on mindfulness practices to calm reactivity and uses existential ideas to address meaning and direction. He also offers EMDR where appropriate for processing past distress.
People can expect straightforward, respectful dialogue and concrete steps to try between sessions. Brian frames goals in terms of day-to-day improvements - handling anger more calmly, reducing panic, managing grief, or clarifying next steps in work or parenting.
He mentions faith-informed counseling for those who want it, and he integrates clients' values into the work when requested. English is his working language and he accepts international clients; session scheduling and exact formats should be confirmed before booking.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective. Online sessions use that same approach by letting the person describe what matters most and setting goals together. This helps with emotional concerns like anger, grief, and relationship strain.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions keep problems going and then tests small changes. In online sessions this can mean tracking moods, trying new responses, and reviewing results in the next meeting to see what worked. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing frustrating reactions at work or home.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and increase self-awareness. Practicing these skills in sessions and between meetings can make it easier to notice the build-up of anger and choose a different response.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. That may include mixing client-centered listening with CBT exercises and mindfulness practice, or introducing EMDR for processing past distress when appropriate.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so working people and caretakers can attend more consistently.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship tension, parenting struggles, career questions, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, conversational style that combines client-centered listening with hands-on techniques to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has 31 years of clinical experience as a licensed practitioner working with a wide range of concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Tennessee LCSW and practices from Tennessee.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.