Christopher Lankford , LCSW

Christopher Lankford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings five years of professional experience to his practice in Arkansas. He earned his master of social work from the University of New England in December 2018 and is licensed to practice social work in both Arkansas and Missouri. Lankford focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and trauma, and he also supports those navigating relationship and family concerns, grief, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

He emphasizes respect for each person’s dignity and aims to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. Using evidence-based approaches, he teaches practical skills that help individuals accept difficult internal experiences and develop more effective ways to respond. Lankford often incorporates mindfulness and skills training to help clients build resilience and increase daily functioning.

Whether addressing identity-related concerns such as LGBT issues and gender dysphoria, coping with life changes, or working through substance, eating, or attachment challenges, he centers collaboration and skill-building. He encourages those ready to begin therapy and recognizes that taking the first step requires courage.