- Client-Centered approach
- Solution-focused steps
- Emotionally aware care
About Monica
Monica Duncan is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) based in Michigan with 24 years of practice. She welcomes people who are dealing with relationship strain, grief, anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, anger, or career and life transitions. Monica acknowledges that starting therapy can feel hard and respects the courage it takes to reach out.
Her sessions are collaborative and centered on the person in front of her. She leans on Client-Centered Therapy to listen and respond to what matters most to each individual. Monica also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people notice patterns, handle intense feelings, and rebuild important connections.
Monica uses a solution-focused mindset to set practical, attainable steps toward change. She works with people to build on strengths and try small experiments that can shift daily life. This often includes setting brief goals and checking progress week to week.
Her style is warm, straightforward, and goal-oriented. She offers steady support and clear feedback while honoring each person's pace. Monica emphasizes honesty, patience, and persistence as the core ingredients of lasting change.
People bring many kinds of struggles to sessions, including blended family issues, caregiver stress, body image concerns, fertility and hospice-related worries, divorce, infidelity, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Monica aims to help people find workable ways forward and regain a sense of purpose and connection.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on being heard and understood; the therapist reflects what matters most and follows the client's lead to build trust and clarity. This approach helps when someone needs a space to sort feelings, make decisions, or rebuild confidence.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behavior. CBT breaks problems into manageable parts and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then choose or combine methods that fit. That collaborative planning is meant to keep sessions focused and useful.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, whether by avoiding travel time or allowing quicker check-ins between appointments. It can also let people choose quieter surroundings or use a shorter session format when they need a brief check-in. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available and can pick what fits your routine.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Monica commonly address?
She helps people facing relationship and family stress, grief, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, anger, and career or life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, direct, and collaborative, focusing on listening first and then setting practical steps toward goals.
What is her background and experience?
She has 24 years of experience as a licensed master social worker working with a wide range of emotional and relational issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Monica?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.