Valerie Kennedy Lang, LCSW

LCSW supporting grief and life transitions

Grief and bereavement support
Anxiety and depression care
Caregivers and families

About Valerie Kennedy Lang

Valerie Kennedy Lang is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She has worked with parents, caregivers, siblings and patients affected by chronic and life-threatening illness, helping individuals and families navigate healthcare-related trauma, grief and bereavement, and crisis situations. She also provides care for those coping with anxiety, depression and efforts to improve self-esteem.

Her professional path spans healthcare settings, the nonprofit sector and private practice, which has informed a practical and compassionate approach to therapeutic work. Valerie emphasizes listening, collaboration and a non-judgmental stance as foundations for forming a trusting therapeutic relationship. She focuses on creating a space where clients can define goals and take concrete steps toward the change they want to see.

In her clinical work she integrates elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic approaches, solution-focused techniques and attention to family dynamics, all within a strengths-based framework. Valerie aims to partner with each person to explore thoughts, feelings and environmental factors that support healing, personal growth and greater contentment.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Coping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Valerie Kennedy Lang have?

Valerie Kennedy Lang has 14 years of experience.

Is Valerie Kennedy Lang a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Missouri license number is MO LCSW 2010029939.

In which languages does Valerie Kennedy Lang provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Valerie Kennedy Lang located?

She is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Valerie Kennedy Lang as my therapist?

You can work with Valerie Kennedy Lang through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Valerie Kennedy Lang work with international clients?

Yes, Valerie Kennedy Lang works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Valerie Kennedy Lang 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 offered online and how they help

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own experience and priorities. In this approach the therapist offers empathic listening and support to help people explore their thoughts and feelings, build self-awareness and make choices aligned with their values - it is often helpful for life transitions, relationship concerns and improving self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress management and emphasizes skill-building that clients can apply between sessions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. It is particularly useful for people facing intense emotions, relationship conflicts or difficulties managing impulsive reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be determined collaboratively. The therapist works with each client to assess needs, goals and personal preferences and to select or adapt methods that feel like the best fit for that person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow licensed professionals and therapists to meet clients where they are, accommodate busy schedules and reach people across geographic boundaries. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into daily life.

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