Therapist profile
Dr. Alexandra Duffy, CA Psychologist 20193, NC Psychologist 3202
Dr. Alexandra Duffy - Clinical psychologist, family and parenting concerns
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- ACT and CBT methods
- DBT and mindfulness skills
- ADHD evaluation experience
About Alexandra
Dr. Alexandra Duffy is a clinical psychologist licensed in California (CA Psychologist 20193) and North Carolina (NC Psychologist 3202) with 15 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and parenting challenges. Her work also covers eating and sleeping difficulties, intimacy-related concerns, grief, addiction, and issues connected to family life.
Her approach blends several methods so sessions feel practical and focused. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to surface unhelpful thinking and form new habits. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas help people clarify values and take manageable steps toward them. Mindfulness practices and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are used to build emotion regulation and distress-tolerance tools.
Dr. Duffy also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that link past experiences with present relationships. She discusses sleep, exercise, eating routines, and media use as part of everyday coping. That can make strategies more useful between sessions.
She has experience evaluating ADHD, dyslexia, and learning differences and can provide documentation for academic and testing accommodations when appropriate. In addition to clinical roles in inpatient and university settings, she has worked with students, parents, and professionals on focus, performance, and public-speaking skills.
People who come for help can expect collaborative sessions that prioritize clear steps and practical tools. Before booking, confirm which session formats she is offering right now.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to the client and taking small, values-based steps despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and helps people build concrete skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it often suits anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness skills teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and attention to the present moment, which can help with intense mood swings, impulsivity, and relationship-related distress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges. That choice can change over time as needs shift.
Confirm the specific session options available before booking, since formats are not listed here. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow concise check-ins during a break. Some people find shorter or phone-based sessions simpler when bandwidth or camera use is an issue, while others prefer a full video session for face-to-face interaction. Discussing these practicalities at the first meeting helps set a plan that fits everyday life.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, California, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address related to home life?
She works with issues such as parenting stress, family problems, relationship difficulties, and intimacy-related concerns.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is interactive and collaborative, combining practical skills with discussion about patterns that affect current life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience in clinical settings, university counseling, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as CA Psychologist 20193 and NC Psychologist 3202 and is based in North Carolina.
Can non-US residents work with her?
She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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