Dr. Edward Varner, LPC-MHSP

Dr. Edward Varner is a Tennessee-licensed therapist with more than 30 years of experience helping people navigate depression, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and personal growth. He holds the LPC-MHSP credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider - and brings a steady, experienced presence to complex clinical work. He has particular experience supporting men, veterans, first responders, and others managing mood disorders, offering a compassionate and understanding approach to care.

His therapeutic style is informed by Christian values and a conservative perspective, creating an environment for clients who seek faith-aligned counseling. He emphasizes holistic healing by addressing issues such as communication difficulties, body image concerns, sexual assault recovery, and multicultural experiences, and he encourages the development of self-love, healthy coping strategies, and renewed resilience.

Dr. Varner describes his work as walking alongside clients through their unique journeys, providing professional guidance with empathy and respect. Whether addressing posttraumatic stress, family dynamics, or broader personal transformation, he focuses on practical steps toward recovery and growth while honoring each client’s values and goals.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Edward Varner incorporates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in his online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and commit to actions that align with what matters most; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and emotional bonds formed in relationships, helping clients address attachment issues, intimacy challenges, and family dynamics.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and Dr. Varner collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions and adapts strategies over time so that the approach feels practical and personally meaningful.

Online therapy with Dr. Varner offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and geographic constraints and allow people to continue therapy during life changes or while living abroad. The focus remains on effective therapeutic connection and practical strategies that support day-to-day coping and long-term growth.