- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Duncan
Duncan Hall is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Illinois with 28 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, anger, self-esteem, addictions, grief, parenting and career concerns. He also lists blended family issues among his focus areas and often addresses intimacy-related concerns and communication problems.
Duncan takes a straightforward, person-focused style. Sessions typically start by mapping the immediate problem and what the client wants to change. He uses clear, practical steps to help people manage symptoms and make decisions about relationships, work, or parenting demands.
He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen and reflect what matters to each person. He pairs that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques are used when people want short-term momentum or help making a change.
Common topics he addresses include co-parenting tensions, loyalty conflicts in stephouseholds, divorce or separation stress, and adjusting to new parenting roles. He also works with issues such as ADHD, impulsivity, anger, and substance-related problems when these affect daily functioning and relationships.
Sessions aim for clear steps clients can try between meetings. Duncan helps people develop coping skills, improve communication, and set achievable goals. Prospective clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details when they begin the onboarding process.
Approaches used for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy is a way of working that focuses on the client's perspective and priorities. It involves active listening and reflecting so the person can clarify what matters and decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, mood and stress-related problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as you learn what helps most.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make scheduling easier and help fit therapy into a busy day. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when a brief update is needed, and make it simpler to keep appointments around work or childcare commitments. Discuss format, timing, and any practical needs when you schedule the first session so plans match your routine.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, along with issues like addiction, grief, and career challenges.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a direct, person-focused approach that combines listening with practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
Duncan has 28 years of clinical experience as an LCSW in Illinois.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices with that credential in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.