Better help was excellent at pairing me with Duncan. Many similar interests and past life experiences.
Duncan Hall, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Duncan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Duncan. View 11 reviews
- Great news, Duncan is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Duncan was very intelligent in behaviors I needed in help with!
More about Duncan
- 26 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I am licensed in Illinois with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Anger management
Self esteem
ADHD
Addictions
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Jealousy
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Duncan Hall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982965539.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149015171 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Duncan Hall
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Better help was excellent at pairing me with Duncan. Many similar interests and past life experiences.
Duncan was very intelligent in behaviors I needed in help with!
Duncan is very accommodating and understanding of my personal needs. He’s supportive of my ways to approach situations but is not afraid to offer a different approach. Ultimately he’s a great therapist and I would recommend him to anyone using BetterHelp.
Duncan completely changed my view of therapy. He always listens and offers his opinions. I am in a completely different head space now then I was before his help!
As far as now I really like him he listens and gives a answer to my questions that helps so far
Ducan is great. He always uses personal experience and I feel he can relate to a lot of what I am going through. I appreciate his insight. He has helped me through some big issues in my life.
Duncan is attentive and skillful and willing to help you tackle your challenges in the way that's best for you. He's prompt and he follows up with you and helps you keep track of your progress. He'll also help you work with your other healthy goals and how to keep track of any symptoms, and what to look out for in changes with your medications so that you can have more meaningful conversations with your healthcare providers. He also asks you to dive deeper with self care and integrity to have more meaningful conversations with yourself, and what a satisfying relationship with yourself means to you. He's a great therapist and he has a stake in your life satisfaction and successes. He has worked with people from all walks of life and understands cross-cultural issues, childhood issues, neurodivergence, navigating adulthood, and aging. I would definitely recommend this therapist to anyone else who wants to put work into their goals and really see the fruits of all of their efforts. I'm glad to have worked with Duncan and I can't speak highly of him enough.
Duncan is really good at relating to what I am going through. He makes me feel very comfortable to share what I need to. He provides a safe place to talk about my thoughts and feelings. I really appreciate his calm relaxed manner. He is great at what he does and knows his stuff. I highly recommend him.
Duncan is a great guy and takes the time to listen to what you have to say. I appreciated his insight in our brief time together and would recommend him to anyone needing help.
Amazing therapist! Down to earth!
He is open and doesn't judge you. He seems like he really want to help me. He even reads my messages and sends me constructive feedback and seems to me he is a caring person.
Frequently asked questions
Does Duncan Hall offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Duncan Hall works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Duncan Hall speak?
Duncan Hall speaks English.
How many years of experience does Duncan Hall have?
Duncan Hall has 26 years of experience.
Where is Duncan Hall licensed to practice?
Duncan Hall is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Duncan Hall accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Duncan Hall does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Duncan Hall offer?
Duncan Hall offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Duncan Hall?
Duncan Hall can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Duncan Hall?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.