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Online therapist

Duncan Hall

Practical, experience-based help for everyday family stresses

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
28 years
Licensed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Duncan

Duncan Hall is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience. He uses straightforward, practical methods to help people sort through stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and parenting questions. He speaks plain language and focuses on what will make daily life easier for a worried parent or an adult facing change.

He often begins by listening to what feels most urgent. Then he works with each person to set small, clear goals.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to build coping strategies, improve communication, and reduce unhelpful habits that get in the way of parenting, work, or everyday relationships. Duncan draws on approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered methods to tailor work to the person in front of him. That means looking at thought patterns, testing small changes, and keeping the conversation rooted in the client’s priorities.

Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques are used when clients want help making decisions or moving toward a specific goal. He has long experience helping people manage grief, anger, addiction concerns, and issues around self-esteem and intimacy. He also addresses practical family topics such as blended family dynamics, fatherhood-related questions, and communication problems.

The focus is on clear, usable skills rather than jargon. Based in Illinois, Duncan provides care in English. He aims to be direct, respectful, and practical so clients can feel more confident in handling life changes and parenting demands.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit busy lives

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and perspective, giving space to talk and be heard while the therapist follows the client’s lead. It helps when someone needs a respectful, listening approach to sort priorities and feelings.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and tries small experiments to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and practical problems that respond to step-by-step skill building.

Motivational interviewing is a brief, collaborative way to strengthen motivation for change. It is often used when someone feels stuck or is deciding whether to try a new direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Duncan will help clients choose methods that match their needs, goals, and personal style. He treats this as a team effort where adjustments are made based on what is helpful.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy family schedule. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from home, while phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging provide more flexible options for quick check-ins or times when video is not possible. These formats help people access regular support without long travel or scheduling strain.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Duncan address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues along with grief, anger, addictions, self-esteem, ADHD, and career challenges.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a practical, direct style that focuses on listening first, then setting clear goals and building usable skills in sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 28 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and life transition issues.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He holds an LCSW license in Illinois with license number IL LCSW 149015171 and practices from Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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