I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed addiction specialist in North Carolina with more than 25 years of counseling experience. I have worked in a variety of settings including medication assisted treatment centers, hospital psychiatric units, counseling centers, and private practices. I am currently a behavioral health specialist working with clients in a collaborative effort to provide counseling and assist in helping clients achieve relief from stresses associated with range of concerns such as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, adjustment to life’s issues and trauma. I encourage clients to improve their quality of life through the exploration and development of helpful life skills.
My counseling style is warm, supportive and nonjudgmental. I view therapy as a collaborative effort between the therapist and client. I believe in treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I am a client centered, strengths based, trauma informed counselor who works with individuals toward getting stronger, accepting responsibility to move forward, and psychological healing. I am trained in CBT, DBT, harm reduction and motivational interviewing. I work with clients to identify treatment issues, develop treatment plans, and create a strong follow through in the counseling process. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek help to reach for a more fulfilling and happier life. Take the first steps towards a change can be daunting. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, encourage, and empower you in your process.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
28 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTQ+Depression
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Codependency, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues
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Ann-Marie is the supportive yet direct person everyone wants in their lives, while she is compassionate and empathetic she is also very validating but allows for a reality check of sorts. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing support and wanting to really change their lives!
Written on Apr 03, 2025 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie is the best therapist I’ve ever had. It’s hard to explain that sufficiently. I’m more healed than I ever thought I could be - and we’re still going strong!
Written on Sep 29, 2024 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is great. Very laid back and easy to talk to
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie is one of those rare gems who combines decades of expertise and continuous learning with good humor, deep wisdom, and heartfelt compassion. She balances perfectly between no-nonsense reality and boundless mercy. Her spiritual maturity and integration make her an invaluable resource in my journey to wholeness. If you’re looking for a therapist who navigates the gray and complex areas of life with nuance and grace, you can’t go wrong with Ann-Marie.
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Very patient with my weird schedule, and caring.
Written on Jul 06, 2023 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and family conflicts
Ann-Marie always shares her experience in ways that make it relatable even when it seems like you can find similarities between vastly different fields. She listens, and is honest, she's offered a lot of helpful suggestions for different challenges I've been dealing with, and in the time we've been working together I feel like I've had a better grasp on things. She's kind, and super supportive as well!
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Constant contact
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ann-Marie is very in tune to my needs and has great ideas for growth exercises. She is able to help me stay focused when I have had issues with concentration.
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is just amazing. So patient and kind. She drew me out of my shell again (slowly but surely) and is helping me feel less alone. Very knowledgeable with tons of resources and helpful suggestions, much more than the last person I worked with here. Thank you Ann-Marie
Written on Jul 21, 2022 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s pretty cool an listens to me.
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ann-Marie is an incredible therapist to work with and I have really enjoyed talking with her. She's empathetic, insightful, and always knows how to ask just the right questions. I have grown so much with her as my therapist.
Written on Mar 24, 2022 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 3 months
I have only worked with Ann-Marie for a brief period of time thus far but I am thoroughly satisfied with my experience and have already recommended her and BetterHelp to my friends, family, peers, and colleagues. She is relatable, down-to-earth, and cares for her patients and their goals.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She is amazing. I got very lucky that she was my first therapist.
Written on Jan 07, 2022 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Ann-Marie is the BEST! She is patient, kind, responsive, understanding, non-judgemental, "real" with you, and incredibly helpful. She has helped me out A TON in just the week or two that I have been communicating with her. Thank you Ann-Marie & Betterhelp
Written on Sep 01, 2021 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie is the best!
Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Ann-Marie is approachable, knowledgeable, kind and honest. She has helped me view things in new ways that have helped me with my mental health. She is relatable, understanding and non-judge mental. I appreciate her more than she will know!
Written on Jun 08, 2021 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Ann-Marie has been a life-saver for me over the past year. Her expertise, professionalism, warmth, and understanding has helped me immeasurably in getting through one of the toughest periods of my adult life. I have a lot of work to do, but the insights that she led me to and the skills that she taught me will help guide me as I do that work.
Written on May 02, 2021 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie Duncan is exactly what a counselor should be. She has a tremendous amount of empathy, is an excellent listener, and is able to help an individual work through their issues without judgement. Ann-Marie is also highly trained and resourceful; often having a recommendation for further study and reading to support the patient's goals. I strongly recommend Ann-Marie.
Written on Jan 20, 2021 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and coping with life changes
Attentive with good ideas on how to heal
Written on Dec 17, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is the most kind understanding and an absolute joy as well as help. She’s helped me so much during this time
Written on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Awesome counselor. You can tell she actually cares and listens.
Written on Nov 22, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ann-Marie is the first counselor I was matched with and I'm so glad it was. She is very kind, caring and so easy to talk to. She has a great sense of humor as well. When I would normally feel like I have to explain myself, Ann-Marie already understands. I would definitely recommend speaking with Ann-Marie.
Written on Nov 17, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She is an amazing listener and able to provide insight, the standard answers. I really appreciate the resources she provides to continue my work after our sessions. Most of all, she doesn’t judge or push me when I am not ready to take certain steps in my life. Supportive at every step of the way.
Written on Oct 08, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Ann-Marie is fantastic at what she does. She promotes growth and change by listening and engaging and truly caring. She gave me equal parts compassion and tough love, she provided honesty with a gentle touch, and she never made suggestions that were out of my reach. I am where I am today because she learned how to engage with me and guided me down a path to better. I couldn't have asked for a better counselor.
Written on Aug 29, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Ann-Marie has helped me work through my panic disorder, anxiety and depression and I appreciate her SO MUCH! She is respectful, empathetic and kind. She breaks things down in a way that makes sense, helps me with information on my mental health issues that I never worked through before and I cannot thank her enough for her continued support!
Written on Aug 20, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Ann Marie is fantastic. I am so lucky to have been initially paired with her as a Therapist. I would gladly recommend her to others.
Written on Aug 15, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie is an amazing therapist. This is my first experience with therapy and I am not disappointed. I was nervous to start but she let me start slow with several chat sessions until I was comfortable doing a video call. She listens and provides wonderful insight and advice. Therapy has been so helpful for me and I greatly appreciate her and her time.
Written on Jul 31, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
In my short time with Ann-Marie, I have already started seeing the wonderful benefits of working with her. She’s warm, but honest. Her experience and knowledge is obvious from the start. I feel incredibly lucky to have found someone as great as Ann-Marie.
Written on Jul 27, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She's great and accommodating.
Written on Jun 17, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 10 months
Recently we've all been hit pretty hard and I cannot say enough how helpful Ann-Marie has been for me the past (almost) year. She's helped me through my day to day life and especially has helped me cope with what's been going on recently. There was a time where I was really really really stressed and upset. Ann-Marie was there for me during our sessions but also responded to me in a timely manner in our chat space. I speak about her often to my friends and many of them have looked into therapy for themselves because of my positive experiences. It's freeing to know there is someone who can help me organize my thoughts and feelings, who helps me express myself, believes in me, and who cheers me on no matter what.
It's hard for me to put into words my experience, so in case the point didn't get across- Ann-Marie is an awesome therapist!!!
Written on Jun 01, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
In a busy world where very few people can pause to hear what each other says, Ann-Marie offers her clients a rare gift - she truly listens.
Written on May 14, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
My overall experience with Ann-Marie Duncan has been extremely helpful. She's been upfront about her expertise and methodology. He responses are consistent and helpful. I recommend Better Help to everyone I know. This format is absolutely amazing.
Written on May 06, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Ann-Marie has been incredibly helpful and a crucial source of support for me. She provides wonderful guidance and resources and I know I can always count on her to give professional and meaningful advice and direction. I am so very grateful for her!
Written on Apr 15, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ann-Marie is wonderful! When we talk, I feel like she's really paying attention and our talks always help me to be better! Highly, highly recommend her!
Written on Feb 22, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, eating disorders, and self esteem
I have been working with Ann-Marie for a year now and I am so happy to have her to talk to about anything and everything. She has helped me so much this past year and I am so thankful for her.
Written on Jan 18, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She is sensitive and caring in a very relatable way. She gives a multitude of resources and is very knowledgeable about ways to cope/adjust behaviors and thought processes.
Written on Jan 17, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Ann-Marie is very knowledgeable in various studies and was able to help me identify my biggest issue immediately. She has given me a goal sheet so we can focus the time effectively and she does not just say "how do you feel about that," she gives me different perspectives and ways to think about things, along with information from studies, etc., which I like because it feels more evidence based, as opposed to comments being pulled out of thin air.
Written on Jan 17, 2020 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Ann-Marie is absolutely incredible, she is attentive, honest, and most importantly she listens. I've had many therapists and the issue I've always encountered is that I've never felt heard, I've never felt that I had a voice and I felt like a lot of things I've endured or had gone through were all in my head, however, Ann-Marie changed that. She not only gave me great advice, she gave me a voice and let me be heard.
Written on Dec 31, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Ann-Marie is a great listener, and she asks questions to help me understand my problem better. She shows a lot support and also open and willing to share her experience to better help me figure out my problem and how to fix. I felt relieved and well after conversation with her. Really thankful that she’ve been there for me. Will definitely come back to her if needed.
Written on Nov 23, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month
She has helped me with so many things within myself. I still have improvements to make but I have made so much progress with Anne’s help!
Written on Oct 23, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Amazing help. She has compassion and empathy. She has helped me tremendously!!
Written on Sep 11, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Ann-Marie helped me get through a difficult transition in my life. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She is very encouraging, warm, and nurturing.
Written on Aug 25, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
She's amazing. This process is very difficult for me but she is skillfully guiding me on my path. I'm so grateful to her.
Written on Aug 15, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I could not have had the confidence, groundedness or ability to let go on a weekly basis if it were not for Ann-Marie. She is exceptional at being there to listen and give advice and I am honored to be her patient.
Written on Jul 01, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Anne-Marie is a wonderful counselor and a genuinely caring person. She has helped me tremendously and I strongly recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jun 28, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
I've been working with Ann-Marie for some time and have been very pleased with the results. She takes time to listen, to offer sound advice and real world expertise. I have found this service to be very helpful and responsive to my hectic lifestyle and specific needs. I feel very lucky to have been matched with Ann-Marie. Through our sessions she has come to understand me and my issues and help set me on a path to a better and more restorative mind set.
Written on Jun 27, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 9 months
She's great!
Written on Jun 26, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Anne Marie is great and I am enjoying the worksheets and work she is actually making me do to become better! Thanks!
Written on May 23, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Ann-Marie is an excellent counselor. She listens, encourages, understands, and even knows when to give me the hard truth. I couldn't ask for better.
Written on May 02, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Very professional and skilled, always listens before making judgement.
Written on Apr 28, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Ann-Marie Duncan has been a great help to me during my time on BetterHelp. She responds back quickly, listens to what I am saying and asks questions to try and understand more about me to be able to help me through my problems. She provides worksheets depending on my individual needs and I really appreciate those. Would recommend!
Written on Feb 16, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ann-Marie is a good counselor.
Written on Jan 14, 2019 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Ann-Marie Duncan is a very great counselor. She knows how to listen to my problems and give me skills to overcome struggles in my daily life. She’s very respectful and I’m thankful for her.
Written on Dec 11, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Ann-Marie is authentic and sincere. Ann-Marie is gentle when I need it but challenges me to solve problems that I need to address. Ann-Marie is more than just a good listener. She is an advocate for her client's best self. I appreciate the order and clarity that she has helped me develop in my relationships and my career. When I started with Ann-Marie I felt as if life was overwhelming and that I was sinking. Our dialogue has helped me to put things in perspective, but more importantly, she has given me real coping strategies that work real situations, Top marks and thanks.
Written on Nov 22, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I feel that Ann-Marie really understands me and the struggles I am sharing. I never feel judged or uneasy about sharing things with her. She has offered many ways for me to work through my concerns and has been very encouraging. I am very thankful for her so far and look forward to continuing my counseling with her.
Written on Oct 29, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks
She was great and she helped me with the little bit of time we had together and talked about my problems. I recommend her she is great.
Written on Oct 29, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 1 month
She is great. She tells me a lot of things that have helped me during a difficult time in my life.
Written on Oct 26, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Ann- Marie is a wonderful empathetic counselor. She is a great listener and is reassuring and very helpful. I'm looking forward to learning how to practice the techniques she will be teaching me to help me better manage my anxiety.
Written on Oct 20, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and self esteem
Ann-Marie was very punctual and professional. She dealt with my problems rationally and in a calm/supportive tone. I would write quite long, and sometimes rambling emails about multiple problems that I am currently facing, but Ann-Marie was patient and addressed each concern equally. I would love to work with or recommend her again in the future.
Written on Oct 18, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
Exactly the person I needed and gave solid feedback and inspiration for reflection. Highest recommendations.
Written on Oct 14, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Ann-Marie is very understanding and non-judgmental towards my experiences. She has never made me feel bad or guilty about the way I feel. She encourages me to participate in behaviors that would be positive for me when I'm in a bad state of mind. She reminds me that the things I feel are due to symptoms, and that helps me remember that I'm not a bad person and these things are not my fault. I recommend Ann-Marie for anyone that wants to feel validated and needs someone to listen.
Written on Oct 11, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder
Ann-Marie is extremely sweet and smart and I'm glad I took the step to ask for help and that it led me to her. She works at whatever pace is right for me. She gives so much support and encouragement, I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Sep 14, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related, and anger
Ann-Marie is an amazing counselor and listener and I felt very comfortable talking to her about personal matters. I would definitely recommend her to others.
Written on Sep 10, 2018 after therapy with Ann-Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship, and intimacy-related
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