- ACT and CBT methods
- Attachment work
- English and Japanese
About Edward
Dr. Edward Varner is an LPC-MHSP licensed in Tennessee with 30 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing anger, depression, anxiety, relationship strain, and other life stressors. Sessions are offered in English and Japanese, and he accepts international clients.
He approaches therapy in straightforward, practical ways. He uses methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different responses. Sessions focus on clear skills for managing strong feelings, improving communication, and handling everyday triggers that lead to outbursts or avoidance.
Dr. Varner describes his perspective as influenced by Christian values and a conservative outlook, which some clients prefer when discussing values, choices, and relationship roles. He emphasizes respectful conversation and helps people align actions with their priorities. This can include work on boundaries, repairing trust, or reshaping daily routines.
He also addresses issues linked with anger, such as trauma, grief, body image, ADHD, addiction, and intimacy-related struggles. In practice, he mixes problem-focused work with time spent on how earlier attachments affect current reactions. The goal is practical change rather than labels or long academic explanations.
To begin, clients select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Session costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. It helps with anger that comes from stuck thinking or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down moments when anger escalates into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to try different responses and skills. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape reactions now and helps people change patterns that trigger resentment or shut-downs.Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approach or mix of approaches fits their goals and preferences. That decision is revisited over time as needs change.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, let someone check in from a quieter place, or use shorter sessions for focused skill practice. Many clients find video or phone sessions useful for practicing new techniques between meetings, and a subscription model lets people continue or cancel as their needs change.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English, Japanese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with anger, depression, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, and related concerns listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses practical, skills-based approaches such as ACT, CBT, and attachment work to change patterns and manage strong emotions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience working with adults on a range of issues including trauma, mood disorders, and communication problems.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC-MHSP credential and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Japanese, and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.