My name is Remington Vandergriff, and I am a Tennessee Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Diplomate, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Phi Alpha honor society member with additional licensing in and New Mexico and North Carolina and tele-health registration in Florida and Vermont. I earned my Psychology BS with a minor in Military Science in the Army ROTC program at Truman State University from 2002-2006; my MSW through the AMEDD C&S program from 2011-2012; and my LCSW through the intensive Social Work Internship Program at Ft. Sam Houston from 2013-2015. I served as an Army Behavioral Health Officer in the 101st Airborne Division until 2018 when I was medically retired for combat and other service-connected injuries. From 2018 until recently I worked for the VA Homeless Veterans Program but have since taken this private practice full-time. I am trained in multiple evidence-based therapies such as: REBT, CBT, CPT, PE, EMDR, SFT, MI, Clinical Hypnotherapy, and CBTi. My main focus and interest lie in men’s mental health, Veteran issues, and LCSW Supervision. I am well versed in self-care, coping skills, and anger management. I do not do couple’s or family therapy. I will see minors 16+ on a case-by-case basis. Regardless of any of that, evidence shows the most important part of healing is not the therapeutic style, modality of treatment, or school the therapist went to but is the therapeutic alliance. I can tell you the vast majority of my clients have reported feeling at ease, comfortable, and heard while I provided care for them. I have been an LCSW supervisor since 2018, have completed all of the recently added TN training requirements. I meet all criteria to provide 50% of the required supervision in North Carolina (telehealth rules) and am awaiting official approval from New Mexico to be placed on their list. Before that, I provided frequent case consultations for peers and subordinates (to include high-risk consultation), supervised LMSWs as a field site supervisor, and supervised Behavioral Health Technicians. As an Army officer, I led hundreds of troops and am well versed in leadership, organizational, and management skills as well as how to build and develop the next generation.

Together, Ron and Andree Long embody a profound commitment to nurturing relationships and empowering communities. Their dynamic partnership merges Ron's strategic leadership and Andree's compassionate guidance, creating a harmonious blend of skills that uplift those they serve. As relationship coaches and ordained ministers, the Longs’ mission is to strengthen family bonds and support personal growth through innovative and inclusive programs.

Their work extends beyond coaching, as they have fostered environments where individuals can connect, share, and learn from one another. With STRIVE Family Resource Center Ron and Andree have laid the groundwork for lasting change, offering services that are as diverse as the communities they serve. Their initiatives, like Man Cave , The Couples Course, 3D Project and Gems and Pearls Movement are tailored to meet the unique needs of men and women, teens and respectively, providing safe spaces for growth and support.

Ron and Andree's dedication is mirrored in their involvement with various organizations, reflecting their belief in the power of community collaboration. Whether through their leadership roles in military and faith-based networks, or their volunteer efforts with national advocacy groups, they continuously strive to make a positive impact.

Through their unwavering dedication, the Longs have become pillars of support and inspiration, encouraging others to lead fulfilling lives rooted in purpose and love. Their journey is a testament to the transformative power of partnership, faith, and a shared vision for a better world.