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Dr. Alexandra Duffy

Dr. Alexandra Duffy, CA Psychologist 20193, NC Psychologist 3202

Therapist in North Carolina

Compassionate practical therapy for mood and attention concerns

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  • 15 years experience
  • Integrative approach
  • Supports academic needs

About Alexandra

Dr. Alexandra Duffy is a clinical psychologist who combines practical strategies with thoughtful listening. She draws on 15 years of experience to help people facing depression, anxiety, attention challenges, and body image concerns. Her approach is collaborative and warm, and she works with clients to set clear goals and manageable steps.

She uses a mix of methods including cognitive approaches, mindfulness, dialectical behavior ideas, psychodynamic thinking, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Sessions focus on what’s getting in the way day to day - sleep, routines, concentration, or intense emotions - and on building skills that make life easier.

Dr. Duffy also supports people dealing with grief, addiction concerns, relational and intimacy-related issues, and career or parenting stress. She has experience assisting those with ADHD, learning differences, and challenges that affect academic or work performance, including documentation for accommodations when appropriate.

Her background includes a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D) from George Washington University and a Postdoctoral Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard’s Bureau of Study Counsel and has worked in inpatient settings, university counseling centers, and private practice.

In sessions she blends practical lifestyle changes with therapy work - addressing sleep, exercise, eating patterns, and media use alongside emotional skills. She also offers guidance for performers and creatives on managing stress, rejection, and performance anxiety.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How her approaches translate to online work

Dr. Duffy frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people change unhelpful thinking and focus on meaningful action. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches concrete skills for managing symptoms. ACT emphasizes values-based action and accepting difficult feelings while moving toward what matters most.

She also works with Dialectical Behavior Therapy ideas and mindfulness techniques to help regulate strong emotions and build steady attention. DBT-informed skills can teach practical ways to tolerate distress, improve emotion regulation, and strengthen interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration may shift over time as progress and priorities change.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions useful for fitting therapy into a busy life, reducing travel time, and keeping more consistent week-to-week. Online work can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to apply changes directly to everyday routines.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps people coping with depression, anxiety, bipolar concerns, ADHD, eating and body image issues, grief, addictions, and related stresses.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is warm, interactive, and collaborative, focusing on practical skills, emotional awareness, and personalized treatment plans.

What is her professional background?

She has 15 years of clinical experience and has worked in inpatient care, university settings, and private practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a CA Psychologist 20193 and NC Psychologist 3202 based in North Carolina.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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