Christopher Lawitzke

Christopher Lawitzke is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) based in Michigan who helps people managing anger, stress, anxiety, and life transitions. He focuses on practical skills clients can use between sessions. Christopher emphasizes clear goals and usable techniques to reduce daily overwhelm and improve relationships.

He brings experience from human services work going back to 2009 and has practiced as an LMSW since 2019. His approach combines several evidence-based methods to fit each person’s needs rather than a single fixed plan. Sessions often include steps for boundary setting and coping skills that feel doable in real life.

Christopher uses elements from dialectical and cognitive behavioral methods to address rigid thinking and emotional reactions. Motivational interviewing helps when people want change but feel stuck. He also draws on Gottman couple methods when relationship patterns are part of the concern.

In session he focuses on practical problem solving, processing difficult experiences, and building routines that support next steps. He aims to make sessions focused and interactive, using straightforward language and occasional humor. Clients collaborate on priorities and plan small, measurable actions between meetings.

People looking for support with addiction, grief, ADHD, career choices, or issues linked to trauma and attachment may find his style useful. Christopher invites people ready to make change to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to get started.

Evidence-based approaches and online support

Christopher uses elements of dialectical methods and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people recognize rigid thinking and build new coping strategies. Dialectical approaches focus on balancing acceptance and change to reduce intense reactions, while cognitive behavioral techniques break problems into manageable steps and teach skills for shifting unhelpful thoughts.

Motivational interviewing is another tool he uses to help people find personal reasons to change and to move forward when motivation feels stuck. These approaches aim to be practical and collaborative, and the therapist works with each person to choose what fits their goals and style.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be decided together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps. This lets sessions stay focused on real-world steps and measurable progress.

Because the biography does not specify which session formats are offered, confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use a quieter space or avoid being on camera if that helps them engage more fully.