Christopher Korty, LCSW

Christopher Korty is an LCSW practicing in North Carolina with 20 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. He also supports those facing parenting challenges, anger, grief, addictions, and life changes.

He talks through problems in a straightforward way. Sessions focus on real goals and steps people can try between meetings. He adapts conversations and plans to each person's situation instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach.

His background includes long experience working with emotional and behavioral struggles. That work has included supporting people with ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, eating issues, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses communication problems, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose.

In sessions he uses practical tools from approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing. These methods aim to help people notice unhelpful patterns, learn new coping skills, and strengthen motivation for change.

Christopher describes the therapy relationship as collaborative. He listens first, then helps set achievable steps. The focus is on small, tangible progress that fits a person’s daily life.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Christopher uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and to try new actions that can improve mood and relationships. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday struggles.

He also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT-style skills can help when emotions feel overwhelming or when impulsive actions cause trouble.

Motivational interviewing is part of his work when someone feels stuck or unsure about change. That approach helps clarify personal goals and strengthens motivation for steps a person actually wants to take.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. Adjustments are expected as the work progresses and priorities shift.

Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family, or school by saving commute time and allowing follow-ups between in-person visits. They can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited or switch to audio only when bandwidth is low.