Ann-Marie Duncan, LCMHC

Ann-Marie Duncan is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with 28 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions. She offers a welcoming, affirming approach for LGBTQ+ people and those exploring sexuality or non-traditional relationship structures. Her work also focuses on family of origin issues, codependency, and navigating life changes. She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what concrete steps can help. She uses listening and collaborative goal-setting to help people find relief from mood and substance concerns. Mindfulness and solution-focused techniques are often part of the work. Clients can expect an environment that emphasizes respect and clear goals. Ann-Marie helps people identify unhelpful patterns and try different coping strategies. She also supports exploration of life purpose, self-love, and intimacy-related issues. Her experience includes long-term work with addiction-related concerns such as drug and alcohol addiction and codependency. She draws on motivational interviewing to support readiness for change and to strengthen commitment to recovery goals. Based in North Carolina, Ann-Marie brings practical tools alongside an empathetic, person-centered stance. If you want a therapist who listens and helps you build small, achievable changes, she may be a good match. To begin, use the Start Therapy button and follow the short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.

How Ann-Marie Uses Talk-Based and Mindful Approaches Online

Ann-Marie often combines client-centered listening with mindfulness practices to help people reduce anxiety and manage mood. Client-centered work means the therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what she hears, and helps clarify goals and values. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple present-moment skills that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. She also uses motivational interviewing to support change when substance use or codependency is a concern. That approach focuses on strengthening motivation, exploring ambivalence, and building a plan that fits the person’s life. These methods can be mixed based on what a person needs most. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ann-Marie will talk with you about your goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan as you progress. She aims to match methods to your needs, preferences, and what feels most useful in session. Please confirm current session formats before booking, as options are not listed here. Many people find online therapy helpful because sessions fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins when that better fits a day. Ask about available formats when you schedule to learn how sessions can fit into your routine.