Christopher Lopez, LMSW

Clinical Background:

LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)

Works Best With:

• Children & Adolescents
• Young Adults
• Families
• LGBTQ+ Community

Specialization:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Emotional Regulation
• Social Skills
• Development Behavioral Challenges

Style/Philosophy:

• Strengths-based
• Person-centered
• Affirming

Christopher Lopez, LMSW is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and families build confidence, strengthen relationships, and navigate life’s challenges with compassion and authenticity. He has a particular focus on autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, social skills development, and identity exploration. His work is rooted in a strengths-based, person-centered approach that recognizes each person’s unique abilities while fostering greater independence, resilience, and well-being.

Before joining MisterHealth, Christopher provided outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorder, collaborating closely with families, schools, and multidisciplinary treatment teams. He’s also worked extensively in community behavioral health, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and LGBTQ+ community organizations. Christopher creates an affirming, inclusive, judgment-free environment where clients feel safe exploring difficult emotions, developing new coping strategies, and building practical skills they can carry into everyday life.

• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Anxiety and stress management
• Emotional regulation
• Social skills development
• Behavioral challenges

• Identity development
• Family support
• LGBTQ+ affirming care
• Children, teens, and young adults
• Communication and confidence

Therapy Approaches:

• Strengths-based, person-centered care
• Collaborative and practical skill-building
• Experience with ABA and multidisciplinary teams

Education:

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)