Christopher Lankford, LCSW

Licensed in Arkansas · 5 years in practice

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with five years of professional experience.

License and registration

LCSW, Arkansas: 9321-C · expires May 2026
LCSW, Missouri: 2024029657 · expires September 2027
NPI: 1558920694 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 5
Languages: English

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About Christopher

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with five years of professional experience. He holds a Master of Social Work and practices in Arkansas. He focuses on creating a calm, respectful space where people can talk about hard things and start to feel more able to manage daily life.

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and trauma. He also supports those navigating relationship strain, grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and questions around gender and sexual identity.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on practical skills that make day-to-day life easier. Christopher uses evidence-based methods such as acceptance and commitment techniques, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior approaches, mindfulness, and solution-focused work. He teaches tools to notice thoughts and feelings, respond differently, and set small goals that add up over time.

He aims for a straightforward, compassionate style. Conversations are kept free of judgment and focused on what the person wants to change. Christopher emphasizes short-term strategies and longer-term skills depending on the need.

His background in social work guides a practical approach to problems tied to daily life. He encourages small steps, practice between sessions, and revisiting what works. If someone is looking for help with mood, coping, or relationship patterns, he offers down-to-earth guidance and skill-building to move forward.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Christopher lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Body image
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia

Approaches Christopher names

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Online support

How therapy methods translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people accept difficult emotions and choose actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete strategies to change unhelpful patterns. These approaches are useful for depression, anxiety, and stress-related problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Then he will suggest one or a mix of approaches and adapt methods as progress is tracked, so the plan stays relevant and practical.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video fits deeper conversation and skill practice, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging work for brief check-ins, homework support, or shorter touchpoints between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around school, work, or family routines and support steady practice of new skills.

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Questions people ask

What issues does Christopher commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related concerns such as body image and substance use.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a practical, compassionate approach that focuses on skills and problem-solving. Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal oriented.

What is his professional background?

He has five years of professional experience and holds a master’s degree in social work. His practice draws on clinical social work principles.

Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?

He practices in Arkansas and is a Licensed Certified Social Worker, holding LCSW credentials in Missouri and Arkansas.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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