About me

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 19 years of experience in the social work field. I have over 12 years of experience providing counseling and mental health services. I have extensive knowledge working with children and adolescents (13-19) who have experienced some type of trauma or mental health crisis; specifically, individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and anger issues. I have a long history of working with children and families in the child welfare system. My background includes helping children and families navigate through the juvenile justice and foster care system. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele; I enjoy helping people in general navigate through life challenges. I have dedicated most of my career to working with children and adolescents.

My theoretical orientation in therapy is Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy. My counseling style is very laid back; I launch from a strength perspective; always exploring the strengths of the individual.

I believe in work life balance. Some of my self-care activities include tennis, exercise, travel, prayer, music, and spending time with family & friends.
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Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Anger management
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Parenting issues , Coping with life changes , ADHD , Adoption and Foster Care , Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) , Impulsivity , Life purpose

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 12

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

MS LCSW C9310

TN LCSW 6501

TX LCSW 106854

AR LCSW 13260

LA LCSW 15822

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for VaKendall Long . We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with VaKendall for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management

he is the best. He has gotten real deep and touched on things that no one has ever touched on...

Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

ValKendal is awesome. The very best therapist I have been to. I love him and would highly recommend him for anyone in need of true help and listening. He has helped me immensely. He remembers our previous conversations and builds on them each week. He suggests readings and videos to watch. Truly the very best. A gem.

Written on Nov 07, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

VaKendall does a great job assisting you in personal journeys. He is willing to work with your schedule and listens.

Written on Jun 16, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 6 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Vakendall listened compassionately and with empathy. His questions were consistently introspective and helpful for me.

Written on May 20, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We have really enjoyed working with him! He’s genuine, listens, has no judgements, and is very kind.

Written on Mar 28, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and anger management

Very compassionate.

Written on Feb 20, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very attentive and listened to our concerns and gave us tools that help us grow and improve in our communication.

Written on Feb 12, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

VaKendall is the answer to my prayers — he has offered us some very sound advice and being able to “chat” from our living room has made the whole experience easier. He gives very sound advice and encourages each of us to look internally and respond as well.

Written on Jan 11, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

It was a pleasure to work with VaKendall for the last 8 months. He always checked up if it had been too long between sessions and was always encouraging in every way.

Written on Jan 06, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts

VaKendall has been fantastic. He is personable and easy to talk to, and he listens intently to what I’m saying. He has a knack for asking great questions that make me think. He always responds to me promptly, and he checks in with me between sessions. I would highly recommend VaKendall!

Written on Jan 02, 2020 after therapy with VaKendall for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Very neutral young man. Great counselor and understanding of viewpoints. Affordable. Realistic.

Written on Dec 18, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 6 months on issues concerning relationship

Vakendall is a fantastic counselor who has helped my wife and I make great, real and lasting progress in our relationship. We love having him to lean on and talk to!

Written on Dec 15, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very professional and very logical.

Written on Nov 19, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks on issues concerning anger management, and adhd

VaKendall Long is a great listener, has helpful advices, successful at finding a root of problems. Even the fact that English is not my native language and that we have completely different time zones was not a problem for him. I feel like I took an important step in life by talking several times with him. Such a great counselor!

Written on Aug 27, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

VaKendall is so easy to talk to. Has a wonderful spirit. I have only been with him 3 times in counseling, but I am certain God chose him for us.

Written on Aug 19, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

VaKendall has been great.

Written on Aug 14, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks

VaKendall is a professional counselor. He is very practical too. He gives concrete exercises and focuses on the present, here and now. VaKendall is very culturally sensitive too. He didn't refrain from asking more questions to understand more about where I come from. He is emphatic, friendly, and flexible.

Written on Jul 08, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

VaKendall has been awesome to work with! I was super nervous to start this process but he really helped me work through that so that we could have successful and effective sessions. He’s offered a variety of tools to use to combat anxiety and made me think of anxiety in a way that I hadn’t before. He’s an awesome counselor!

Written on Jul 06, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 4 days on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem

He was very patient and helpful the skills he gave was amazing and they worked... He is really a blessing.

Written on Jul 02, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, and adhd

VaKendall is very patient as I sort through my thoughts answering his questions. He is very skilled in reframing thoughts and situations as well as questioning you in a way to help you think more deeply about a situation. A counseling session with him is like talking with a friend who won't judge you or tell any of your secrets. I highly recommend him.

Written on Jun 15, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management

VaKendall is patient and truly listens to what you have to say before giving advice and insight.

Written on Jun 14, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 months

Thank you!

Written on May 31, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

He has been very helpful with ways to help us strengthen our relationship and overcome some difficult things. He's given us tips to help us communicate better and it has made us have more appreciation for each other.

Written on May 31, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and coaching

Great counselor!

Written on May 31, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

VaKendall is great. He listens very well and gives good advice that actually helps.

Written on Apr 30, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

VaKendall Long is a great counselor. He is very intuitive and helps you to see things that you may not see yourself. He always shows up on time for the phone sessions and responds to my messages.

Written on Apr 15, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Vakendall has been very helpful and insightful, marriage counseling is not easy and he has made it very open and communicative.

Written on Apr 14, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks

We are just getting started but she is very responsive and seems polite so far.

Written on Apr 06, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 days

He is a very confident and helpful person. He helps you with a lot of your anger issues or anger he is very nice and laid back.

Written on Mar 27, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 3 weeks

I would recommend Vakendall Long. He has listened to my concerns and has been very informative and professional . Our goals are being met and I look forward to working with him in the future.

Written on Mar 20, 2019 after therapy with VaKendall for 2 weeks

VaKendall offered great help. I was able to put his recommended meditation and calming techniques to use. My quality of life has improved greatly over the last month or so.

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