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Christopher Lankford, LCSW

  • Experience5 years
  • LocationArkansas
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Anger
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Christopher

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) who has practiced for five years and holds licensure in Arkansas and Missouri.

Background and approach

He completed his Master of Social Work at the University of New England in 2018 and has focused his clinical work on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, and ADHD. Christopher emphasizes evidence-based techniques to help clients gain practical skills and make meaningful changes in daily life.

He frames therapy around respect for each person’s dignity and favors a warm, empathic approach where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment. His work often centers on building coping strategies, improving motivation and self-esteem, and teaching ways to respond differently to difficult emotions.

Christopher aims to collaborate with clients so they can develop tools that support longer-term wellbeing and greater satisfaction in life.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and patterns that interfere with meaningful living. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms such as depression and anxiety and to improve coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills that can be especially helpful for intense emotions and impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process, and the therapist will work with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences. Treatment can blend techniques as necessary so that the plan feels practical and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options for scheduling and communication. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect from wherever the client is located in Arkansas, while allowing licensed professionals to guide skill-building and progress remotely.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Christopher works with many common mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar symptoms, and ADHD, along with related issues like substance problems and body image.
What is Christopher's therapeutic style?
He uses a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance and emphasizes teaching practical skills through evidence-based approaches to help clients manage emotions and respond differently to challenges.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Christopher has five years of professional experience working as a clinical social worker since completing his master’s degree in 2018.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is credentialed as LCSW with licensure details MO LCSW 2024029657 and AR LCSW 9321-C, and he practices from Arkansas.
Does he offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are conducted in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Arkansas, Missouri

Languages

English