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Dec 17, 2020 by D.E.
Attentive with good ideas on how to heal
Nov 23, 2020 by L.U.
She is the most kind understanding and an absolute joy as well as help. She’s helped me so much during this time
Nov 22, 2020 by M.I.
Awesome counselor. You can tell she actually cares and listens.
Nov 17, 2020 by K.Y.
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.
Oct 08, 2020 by T.A.
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.
Aug 29, 2020 by N.I.
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.
Aug 20, 2020 by S.A.
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!
Aug 15, 2020 by L.A.
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.
Jul 31, 2020 by B.R.
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.
Jul 27, 2020 by K.R.
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.
Jun 01, 2020 by R.E.
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!!!
May 14, 2020 by M.A.
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.
May 06, 2020 by M.E.
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.
Apr 15, 2020 by M.A.
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!
Mar 02, 2020 by R.I.
Ann-Marie has been a life-saver. Her feedback and the two sessions we’ve had so far have been extremely helpful. I have the support and guidance I need as I work towards my recovery.
Feb 22, 2020 by L.O.
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!
Jan 18, 2020 by K.A.
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.
Jan 17, 2020 by R.A.
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.
Jan 17, 2020 by G.R.
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.
Dec 31, 2019 by G.A.
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.
Oct 23, 2019 by K.A.
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!
Sep 11, 2019 by S.H.
Amazing help. She has compassion and empathy. She has helped me tremendously!!
Aug 25, 2019 by K.A.
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.
Aug 15, 2019 by M.E.
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.
Jul 01, 2019 by S.T.
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.
Jun 28, 2019 by H.A.
Anne-Marie is a wonderful counselor and a genuinely caring person. She has helped me tremendously and I strongly recommend her to anyone!
Jun 26, 2019 by T.O.
She's great!
May 23, 2019 by A.V.
Anne Marie is great and I am enjoying the worksheets and work she is actually making me do to become better! Thanks!
May 02, 2019 by L.A.
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.
Apr 28, 2019 by S.I.
Very professional and skilled, always listens before making judgement.
Feb 16, 2019 by N.I.
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!
Jan 14, 2019 by S.A.
Ann-Marie is a good counselor.
Dec 11, 2018 by H.A.
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.
Nov 22, 2018 by S.T.
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.
Oct 26, 2018 by L.Y.
She is great. She tells me a lot of things that have helped me during a difficult time in my life.
Oct 20, 2018 by L.I.
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.
Oct 18, 2018 by A.N.
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.
Oct 14, 2018 by D.A.
Exactly the person I needed and gave solid feedback and inspiration for reflection. Highest recommendations.
Oct 11, 2018 by B.R.
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.
Sep 14, 2018 by N.I.
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.
Sep 10, 2018 by C.O.
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.