About Andy

Hello, and welcome. I’m Andy Garner. For nearly two decades, I worked as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and served as the founder and CEO of a thriving mental healthcare agency, leading a team of licensed clinicians. Over time, it became clear to me that many people are searching for something that bridges the gap between therapy and executive coaching. After all, most high-performing professionals aren’t seeking a clinical diagnosis or intensive psychoanalysis, but executive coaching can be impersonal and uninspiring. That realization led to the creation of MendingLines Professional Development—a space where leaders can learn to strengthen their personal and professional relationships. Because how we engage with people is how we engage with life—and a better personal life inevitably leads to a better professional life.

I hold a Master of Divinity, a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy, and certification as a professional coach. I’m also a licensed fly fishing guide in Tennessee and North Carolina, and a graduate of the renowned National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). The outdoors has always shaped how I live — with purpose and resilience.

Whether coaching clients through personal growth or exploring mountain streams in search of wild trout, I believe in the power of clarity, connection, and legacy. Life is full of peaks and valleys. My role is to help you navigate both — with insight and a sense of adventure.