Christopher Rizzo, LMHC

Christopher Rizzo is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York who works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life changes. He creates an affirming, compassionate environment that honors each person’s identity and lived experience while focusing on practical steps toward greater well-being.

Rizzo helps clients deepen self-understanding, strengthen communication skills, and build resilience to manage everyday stressors and interpersonal challenges. He has focused experience supporting LGBT clients, addressing social anxiety, and guiding people through transitions such as separation or changes in relationships and identity.

His therapeutic stance is collaborative and non-judgmental, encouraging clients to explore their experiences, question limiting beliefs, and develop coping strategies that fit their lives. Drawing on evidence-based methods, he aims to empower individuals to move forward with more clarity and confidence while respecting each person’s pace and goals.

Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Christopher Rizzo draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a client-centered approach to tailor online treatment to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action - it can help with anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. Client-centered therapy centers the client's own experience, offering empathic listening and support to foster self-exploration and emotional growth, which can be especially helpful for identity-related concerns and relationship issues.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and he collaborates with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access support from home, while balancing work, family, and other commitments.