Licensed clinical social worker recordMissouri
Valerie Kennedy Lang, LCSW
Missouri
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 2010029939
- NPI
- 1801567912
- Experience
- 14 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Missouri
These details come from information Valerie 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
- CBT and DBT methods
- Grief and caregiver support
- Mindfulness practices
About Valerie
Valerie Kennedy Lang is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri with 14 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and ADHD. She also addresses attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, and end-of-life and hospice concerns.
Valerie draws on straightforward, relational work. She listens and collaborates with each person to set realistic goals. Sessions focus on practical steps, skills, and conversation rather than jargon. She uses clear feedback and checks in about progress as work continues.
Her background includes work in healthcare settings, nonprofit organizations, and private practice. That range informs how she helps people manage health-related stress and grief as well as everyday challenges like parenting strain and work pressure. She can talk through worries tied to fertility, cancer, or caregiving responsibilities.
Valerie uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and motivational interviewing. She integrates those approaches to match a person’s goals and preferences. The focus is on skills, perspective shifts, and problem solving.
She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How Valerie applies therapeutic approaches online
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a working relationship. The therapist follows the person’s lead, helps clarify goals, and supports steps that feel manageable. This approach is often useful when someone wants straightforward help sorting through feelings and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It breaks problems into small, practical exercises and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance and can be helpful when strong emotions interfere with daily life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Valerie will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust plans based on what works for the client.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking so they fit your routine. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, and medical appointments because travel time is removed and shorter check-ins can be scheduled when needed. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require video, which can be useful on busy days. Ask about the current session options when you sign up.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and ADHD, plus related issues like caregiver stress and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens, sets goals with the client, and focuses on skills and steps people can try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of clinical experience working across healthcare, nonprofit, and private practice settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as MO LCSW, licensed in Missouri.
In which languages can I work with her?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
She accepts international clients; confirm time zone and scheduling details during the intake process.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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