Dr. Edward Varner, LPC-MHSP
Experienced Tennessee counselor for complex challenges
- 30 years experience
- LPC-MHSP licensed counselor
- Speaks English and Japanese
About Dr. Edward Varner
Dr. Edward Varner is a Tennessee-licensed counselor who brings more than 30 years of clinical experience to his work with individuals facing complex life challenges. He holds the LPC-MHSP credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider - and combines clinical training with practical, compassionate support to help clients manage depression, trauma, relationship issues, and personal growth goals.
His practice includes specialized work with men, veterans, first responders, and people coping with mood disorders. Dr. Varner integrates a faith-informed perspective rooted in Christian values and a conservative orientation when that fits a client's needs, creating a counseling environment for those seeking aligned care. He pursues holistic healing by addressing communication problems, body image concerns, sexual assault recovery, multicultural stressors, and attachment-related difficulties while emphasizing self-respect, healthier coping skills, and restored resilience.
Dr. Varner works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, intimacy and sexual issues, eating and parenting challenges, substance and co-morbid conditions, and family-of-origin or blended family conflicts. He approaches each therapeutic relationship with empathy and respect, committed to walking alongside clients as they pursue recovery, improved relationships, and meaningful life changes.
His practice includes specialized work with men, veterans, first responders, and people coping with mood disorders. Dr. Varner integrates a faith-informed perspective rooted in Christian values and a conservative orientation when that fits a client's needs, creating a counseling environment for those seeking aligned care. He pursues holistic healing by addressing communication problems, body image concerns, sexual assault recovery, multicultural stressors, and attachment-related difficulties while emphasizing self-respect, healthier coping skills, and restored resilience.
Dr. Varner works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, intimacy and sexual issues, eating and parenting challenges, substance and co-morbid conditions, and family-of-origin or blended family conflicts. He approaches each therapeutic relationship with empathy and respect, committed to walking alongside clients as they pursue recovery, improved relationships, and meaningful life changes.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Edward Varner have?
Dr. Edward Varner has 30 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Dr. Edward Varner a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC-MHSP credential. License details are TN LPC-MHSP 3516.
In which languages does Dr. Edward Varner provide therapy?
Dr. Edward Varner provides therapy in English and Japanese.
Where is Dr. Edward Varner located?
Dr. Edward Varner is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Dr. Edward Varner as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Edward Varner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Edward Varner work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Edward Varner works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Edward Varner cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Dr. Varner
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and motivation-related concerns because it emphasizes acceptance and value-driven behavioral change.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current connections. It helps people who struggle with intimacy, attachment wounds, codependency, or family-of-origin issues to build safer and more secure ways of relating.
Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the center of the work, relying on empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration to support self-exploration and growth. It supports people coping with life transitions, identity questions, grief, and efforts to strengthen self-esteem.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Varner works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, connect across distances, and maintain continuity of care when schedules or locations change, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver effective, person-centered support.