As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients work through challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal dynamics. I offer a compassionate, affirming approach that honors each person's unique identity and experiences.
My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to develop deeper self-understanding, improve communication skills, and build resilience. I have extensive experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, addressing social anxiety, exploring personal identity, and helping clients move through difficult life transitions.
I believe in creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, challenge limiting beliefs, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. My approach is collaborative, drawing from evidence-based practices to support your individual journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Body image, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 015609
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Chris is awesome!
Written on Feb 01, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Chris has been great helping me navigate a difficult change with my personal life. He’s very good with letting me talk and listening . The more we talk and meet I’m starting to feel a sense of worth and direction with his responses and he making me feel like there’s way more out there then just one person that I shared 7 yrs of my life with.
Written on Jan 07, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great!
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
Christopher Rizzo is a wonderful therapist who is easy to engage with and shows great understanding and empathy. He is down-to-earth and has a good sense of humor as well as a wealth of knowledge on the subject matter to which he practices. I would highly recommend him for your personal development
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts