- Practical skill building
- Direct and warm style
- Focus on life changes
About Christopher
Christopher Lawitzke is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a wide range of life challenges. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and major life changes. Christopher uses straightforward conversation and a warm sense of humor to make sessions feel approachable and practical.
He brings a background in human services dating back to 2009 and has worked as a licensed therapist since 2019. His practice emphasizes building coping skills, clearer boundaries, and tools for managing rigid or stuck thinking. Christopher helps people identify next steps and make changes that fit their lives.
Christopher uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques in his work. He incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and cognitive behavioral approaches to teach emotion regulation and problem-solving skills. Motivational interviewing is used to help people find reasons to change and stay motivated.
He also draws on Gottman couple counseling methods when relationship work is part of the focus, helping clients improve communication and reduce conflict. Sessions aim to be practical, with specific strategies to practice between meetings and attention to what clients want to accomplish.
People who prefer a direct but compassionate approach may find his style a good fit. Christopher focuses on clear goals, active skill-building, and using moments of lightness to make hard work easier. He invites people ready for change to explore their next steps in therapy.
How Christopher Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online
Christopher draws from a few evidence-based techniques to guide online work. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on teaching clear emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. It helps people manage intense feelings, reduce impulsive behavior, and learn coping tools they can use between sessions.Cognitive Behavioral approaches look at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. These methods use practical exercises and homework to shift unhelpful thinking patterns and build new behaviors for anxiety, depression, and rigid thinking.
Motivational interviewing is used to help people find their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation. This approach is collaborative and helps clients move from ambivalence to action at a pace that suits them.
Finding the right approach is often part of the work. Christopher will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and daily life, then adapt techniques to fit. This collaborative exploration helps shape a plan that feels doable and focused on real changes.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session formats available before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit around work, caregiving, or travel. Some people prefer shorter check-ins when days are busy, while others use longer sessions to dive deeper into relationship and emotional work. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and pacing to match each person's needs.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Christopher help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and men's issues among others.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Christopher uses a direct, approachable style that blends practical skills, goal-setting, and a touch of humor to keep work grounded and relatable.
What is his professional background?
He has worked in human services since 2009 and has been practicing as a licensed clinical social worker and therapist since 2019.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.