Nathan Duff
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Ed., LPC, LCMHC, CCTP, C-DBT, CYMHS
In-Person in Lynchburg, VA 24502
So every therapist will say they want clients to feel genuinely understood, and I think they do, but I've watched a few whole anime series that I don't personally like just to get more insight on a teen client, and I've read books and research journals for adult clients with unusual circumstances. I only mention it to point out that I'm highly motivated to "get" someone's experience, whatever that may be. I’m committed to honoring each client’s right to self-determination, guiding them toward their own goals rather than imposing my personal views. Part of that is also letting clients in on my thought process "behind the scenes" as much as I can.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, LDS/Mormon, Men, Military / Veterans, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Christian Counseling Blends psychological practices with Christian values and scripture. It provides faith-based support for life challenges and spiritual growth.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Jungian Therapy Draws on Carl Jung’s ideas about archetypes, dreams, and the collective unconscious. It helps people explore deeper layers of meaning.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Helps clients challenge and replace irrational beliefs. It is an action-oriented approach for lasting change.
- Reality Therapy / Choice Theory Focuses on present choices and taking responsibility for actions. It helps clients create more fulfilling relationships and lives.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: Obviously any therapeutic approach will need to be tailored to fit the client's needs and individual goals. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a Gestalt therapy approach, which emphasizes understanding the entire context of thoughts, feelings and behavior, developing self-awareness, and experimentation. I'm passionate about exploring the latest research, read widely, and incorporating philosophy to help clients gain deeper insight into their struggles and guide their journey toward growth.
Education & Credentials
Nathan Duff M.Ed., LPC, LCMHC, CCTP, C-DBT, CYMHS
- Male
- License # 0701006574
- Licensed in Virginia
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Master of Education in Counseling
Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist
Finances
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- I take many insurances directly, see my website for a partial list, or contact me via text or email to ask about specific policies.