Samantha Duncan, MA, AMFT, APCC

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #149581

Compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to help you process what you’ve been carrying, reconnect with yourself, and create meaningful change.

Accepting New Clients for Telehealth

Hi, I'm Samantha Duncan

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #149581 and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #17690.As a dual-licensed psychotherapist based in the East Bay of California, I offer telehealth therapy to adults, children, teens, and families needing a compassionate and trauma-informed space to heal. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Palo Alto University and have completed advanced training with the EMDR Institute to further my experience as a trauma-informed psychotherapist.My background includes over 12 years of experience mentoring and coaching clients in creative and entrepreneurial spaces prior to my transition into psychotherapy. I have over 6 years of experience in the mental health field, including graduate-level clinical training and supervised psychotherapy experience within community mental health, non-profit, higher education, and private practice settings.As a psychotherapist, I've worked with adults, children, teens, and families who have been exposed to trauma and abuse, domestic violence, and major life transitions such as divorce, grief/loss, graduation, and career shifts. My approach is trauma-informed, drawing from evidence-based therapies such a as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.I'm encouraging and validating. No one person is the same but we all share in our common humanity and suffering. I'm here to help you see with more clarity who you are and what you want out of life. You'll find that working with me that my style is warm, compassionate, insight-oriented, and collaborative. I take a creative and holistic approach to my work, supporting client's on their path to self-discovery, healing, and growth.I am currently accepting new telehealth clients residing in the state of California. You are welcome to email or call me to schedule your free 15-minute consultation to discuss current needs and explore if therapy with my practice is a good fit.

Therapy Approach

I offer psychotherapy via telehealth to adults, children, and teens using the following techniques:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Mindful Self-Compassion Therapy

  • Expressive Arts Therapy

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Mindfulness

Areas of Focus

  • Trauma/PTSD

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Grief and loss

  • Codependency

  • Life transitions

  • Divorce

  • Domestic violence

  • Womens issues

Session Cost:

Individual Therapy $85
Couples Therapy $125For my out-of-network clients, I can provide a superbill to help with reimbursement options determined by your insurance plan. Cash pay is welcome for those choosing to opt out of using insurance.

Accepted Insurance Plans:

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California

  • Cigna

  • Evernorth

  • Health Net

  • Out-of-network benefits

Let's Connect

I offer a free 15-minute consultation and would be happy to learn more about what you're hoping to gain from therapy and how I can support you on your path.

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy designed to alleviate emotional and psychological distress that has resulted from traumatic experiences and memories. The goal of EMDR therapy is not to erase the past but to change the emotional impact it has on one's life, which helps the brain to recognize that the danger has passed and no longer needs to be re-experienced in the present.The technique involves recalling traumatic events in a calm body state while simultaneously focusing on bilateral stimulation (which involves side-to-side eye movements, taps, or sounds). This process helps the brain reprocess memories, much like how the brain consolidates memories in REM sleep, and effectively reduces their emotional intensity over time.As an EMDR trained therapist, I often integrate this approach to assist clients in processing and healing emotional distress associated with the lingering effects of traumatic experiences. It can be especially helpful for those experiencing symptoms they have trouble describing or would rather not go into deep detail about, as this therapy technique does not rely on traditional talk therapy methods.EMDR therapy is just as effective via telehealth as it is in-person. I'd be happy to talk with you more about whether EMDR is right for you and to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Click here to reach out.

EMDR could be right for you if you've experienced:

  • Recent or past traumatic events

  • Childhood trauma (such as neglect or abuse)

  • Unhealthy behavior patterns to cope with stress

  • Phobias/fears you want to overcome

  • Toxic relationships on repeat

  • Alternative forms of therapy that haven't worked

EMDR has been found to be helpful to treat a variety of concerns, such as:

  • Generalized/Social Anxiety

  • Trauma (PTSD and Complex-PTSD)

  • Phobias and fears

  • Depression

  • Grief and loss

  • Low self-esteem

Contact me

Interested in starting therapy? Curious to see if we'd be a good fit? Or just have a question and want to connect?Feel free to reach out! Please allow 24-48 hours for a response during my office hours, excluding holidays.

My office hours:
Monday: 10am - 6pm
Tuesday: 10am - 6pm
Wednesday: 10am - 6pm
Thursday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Unavailable Fridays and Saturdays

Samantha Duncan, MA, AMFT, APCC
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #149581
Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #17690
Clinically supervised by Kristin Green, LMFT #88720


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