Christopher Lankford, LCSW - Therapist in Arkansas

ACT and CBT methods
DBT and mindfulness
skill-building focus

About Christopher

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arkansas with five years of clinical experience. He earned a Master of Social Work in 2018 and works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem concerns, depression, and trauma. He also helps people facing life changes and those navigating issues related to LGBT identity and relationships.

Christopher focuses on practical skill-building. Sessions are aimed at helping people notice unhelpful patterns and learn specific strategies to respond differently. He uses evidence-based approaches to teach skills for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive reactions, and improving communication.

His style is straightforward and skills-focused. He helps people practice new ways of responding rather than offering only discussion. That can include exercises for managing anger, breathing and attention skills, and ways to reframe unhelpful thoughts.

Christopher draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and solution-focused work. He uses those methods to help people accept difficult thoughts while taking steps that match their values. That mix is often used for stress, anger, mood concerns, and trauma-related symptoms.

Sessions are presented as opportunities to learn and try new skills between meetings. The process begins with a short assessment to identify immediate concerns and practical goals. People who want clear tools and short-term skill work may find this approach useful.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that match their values. It is useful when emotions or negative thinking keep someone stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses exercises to change unhelpful thinking and habits. CBT can help with anxiety, anger patterns, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills so people can manage intense feelings and reduce impulsive reactions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify what feels most practical and likely to help based on their goals and preferences. That may mean combining techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use tools like guided mindfulness exercises or worksheets together during a session. The focus remains on learning and practicing skills that can be used in everyday situations.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problems Control issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / 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

Listed in

Arkansas, Missouri

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and related issues listed in his profile.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses practical, skills-based work that focuses on noticing patterns and practicing new responses between sessions.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience since completing his master’s degree in social work in 2018.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with registration in Missouri and Arkansas and practices from Arkansas.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with people outside the United States?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.