About Christina Duncan
Focus areas
Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pediatric Psychotherapy
Stress
Autism
Play Therapy
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Individuals
Teenagers (13-17)
Couples
Young adults (18-24)
Families
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Christina Duncan
I’m Christina Duncan, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker based in New York offering virtual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I partner with individuals and families navigating anxiety, behavioral challenges, school or social stressors, family transitions, self-esteem concerns, and identity issues. I also work with neurodiverse clients, including those with autism and ADHD, supporting sensory and emotion regulation, executive functioning, self-advocacy, and burnout.
My approach blends evidence-informed practices with flexibility and warmth to meet you where you are. For children, I use play-based, neurodiversity-affirming techniques to create a safe and engaging space. With teens and adults, I focus on building insight, resilience, and practical skills that support meaningful, positive change. I welcome diverse communication styles, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and strive to foster a respectful, affirming therapeutic environment.
In our first session, we’ll connect, clarify your goals, and shape a shared vision for therapy. I emphasize understanding your strengths, interests, and past experiences, and I’ll work with you to tailor strategies that support your growth. My style is empowering, warm, and open-minded, and I’m committed to supporting you with compassion and authenticity.
I’m fluent in English and Spanish and licensed in New York. Together, we can build the skills and confidence you need to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and strength. If you’re ready for collaborative, individualized care, I’d be honored to be part of your journey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to make the process feel supportive, collaborative, and clear from the very beginning.
In our first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where we focus on getting to know you — not just your challenges, but your strengths, interests, and goals. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’ve tried before (if anything), and what you hope will feel different or better in your life. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, but there’s no pressure to share everything at once. We move at your pace.
My therapy style is collaborative, affirming, and practical. I integrate evidence-based approaches while tailoring sessions to your unique needs. With children, I often use play-based and creative interventions to build safety and engagement. With teens and adults, I balance insight-building with concrete tools you can use in everyday life. I support clients in strengthening emotional regulation, communication, self-advocacy, and coping skills while also exploring patterns that may be keeping them stuck.
I practice from a neurodiversity-affirming lens and welcome diverse communication styles, including AAC. My approach is respectful, strengths-based, and individualized — not one-size-fits-all.
Above all, therapy with me is a partnership. We’ll regularly check in about what’s working, adjust as needed, and work toward meaningful, sustainable change together.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My work with clients follows a thoughtful, collaborative process that balances understanding, skill-building, and meaningful change.
We begin with an initial phase focused on assessment and goal setting. During the first 1–2 sessions, I gather background information, explore current challenges, and identify strengths, supports, and patterns. Together, we clarify what you’d like to work on and define goals that feel realistic and personally meaningful. This foundation helps ensure therapy is purposeful and aligned with your needs.
Once goals are established, sessions typically follow a flexible but structured rhythm. We start with a brief check-in to see how things have been since our last meeting. From there, we may explore a current stressor, process an experience, practice a coping or regulation skill, or work on communication and problem-solving strategies. I integrate insight-oriented conversations with practical tools you can apply between sessions.
For children, sessions may include play-based, creative, or movement-oriented activities to build emotional awareness and regulation in developmentally appropriate ways. For teens and adults, sessions often blend reflection, skills practice, and discussion of patterns or themes that emerge over time.
Throughout our work, I regularly check in about progress and adjust our focus as needed. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all — it evolves with you. My goal is to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel heard, challenged in productive ways, and equipped with strategies that lead to lasting growth.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 45 minutes
Education and background
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Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Social Work
- New York University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1003481722
How soon can I make an appointment with Christina Duncan?
Generally, Christina Duncan has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Christina Duncan's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Christina Duncan accepting new patients?
Christina Duncan generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Christina Duncan's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Can I make an appointment with Christina Duncan online?
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What practice does Christina Duncan work with?
Christina Duncan works with Christina Duncan, LCSW.
What are common reasons for patients to see Christina Duncan?
Christina Duncan frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Christina Duncan on their profile.
What languages does Christina Duncan speak?
Christina Duncan speaks English and Spanish.