Licensed clinical social worker recordTennessee
Brian Edwards, LCSW
Tennessee
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Tennessee
- LCSW, licence 1160
- NPI
- 1457919870
- Experience
- 31 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Tennessee
These details come from information Brian supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and mindfulness
About Brian
Brian Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee with 31 years of experience. He focuses on common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, grief, parenting challenges, relationship strain, anger, and career shifts. He also emphasizes self-esteem, self-love, forgiveness, and finding life purpose.
His sessions are practical and direct. He listens and helps people name the problem. He works with clients to build clearer thinking and everyday coping strategies. Sessions can include talking, guided reflection, and tools drawn from evidence-based methods.
Brian uses a mix of approaches to match the problem at hand. That can mean looking at current thoughts and behaviors with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, attending to present experience with Mindfulness Therapy, or exploring meaning and values with Existential Therapy. He also uses Client-Centered techniques to keep the conversation focused on what matters to the person.
He integrates trauma-focused tools such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing when appropriate, explaining steps and what to expect. He notes when faith and personal beliefs are important and can discuss how those values relate to therapy goals. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, aimed at clearer thinking and better day-to-day coping.
Brian practices in Tennessee and conducts work in English. He accepts international clients and asks prospective clients to follow the site steps to begin the match and scheduling process.
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How his approaches are used in online sessions
Brian commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep conversations focused on what matters to the client. That approach emphasizes listening, reflection, and helping the client set the agenda for each session. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try simpler, more effective ways of thinking and acting. CBT is practical for anxiety, depression, and stress. Existential Therapy helps people explore meaning, values, and life purpose when they face big choices or grief.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Brian will discuss options and plan a path together based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide which methods to use and how to pace sessions.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins during a lunch break, and remove travel time. They can also let someone choose sessions that minimize video use if bandwidth or comfort is a concern. Talk with him during the matching steps about what will work best for scheduling and session length.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting challenges, relationship and family issues, anger, career changes, self-esteem, and finding life purpose.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and conversational. He uses clear tools, reflective listening, and collaborative planning to address immediate problems.
How much experience does he have?
He has 31 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of life and emotional concerns.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any time zone or legal considerations during scheduling.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers