Christopher Lankford , LCSW

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) licensed to practice in Arkansas and Missouri with five years of professional experience. He completed his master of social work at the University of New England in December 2018 and has focused his clinical work on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar disorder, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and LGBT-related concerns.

Drawing on evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness approaches, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused work, he helps people build practical skills to manage difficult thoughts, strong emotions, and challenging situations. His practice emphasizes respect for each person�s dignity and worth and aims to create a compassionate, empathetic environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment.

Christopher often works with individuals navigating life transitions, attachment difficulties, neurodiversity including autism and Asperger syndrome, and issues like body image, commitment or control challenges, substance concerns, eating-related difficulties, and problems with communication or impulsivity. He prioritizes collaborative skill-building so people can respond to their experiences in more effective ways and move toward lives that feel more balanced and satisfying.

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