About Me

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Shadun Duncan, LPC, AADC, is a compassionate voice for healing, wholeness, and grace, and a trusted leader in behavioral health, diversity, and community empowerment. He recently served as Associate Chief of Grants and Business Development and Chief Diversity Officer. In this role he led strategic grant writing and funding initiatives that expand access to care and strengthen systems to be more inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs of all people.

A native of Jonesboro and a proud alumnus of Arkansas State University, Shadun’s journey into behavioral health has been more than a career—it is a calling. His work reflects a deep commitment to meeting people at the intersection of real life and real struggle, where faith, identity, and lived experience often collide. He is known not only for his professional expertise, but for his authenticity, compassion, and ability to connect with others on a meaningful level.

With over 30 years of experience as a dynamic public speaker, accomplished trainer, mentor, and grant development leader, Shadun has impacted diverse audiences across communities, organizations, and institutions. He is a sought-after voice on topics including organizational culture, behavioral health disparities, health equity, advocacy for underrepresented populations, and sustainable program development through effective grant strategy. He approaches every opportunity with a clear purpose: to educate, empower, and inspire lasting change.

Shadun is also a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Instructor, equipping individuals and communities with life-saving tools to recognize and respond to mental health crises. His passion for teaching goes beyond sharing information—it is about transformation, helping people move from awareness to action in ways that restore dignity and promote healing.

At the heart of his work is a message of grace. With deep compassion for those navigating the space between faith and failure, Shadun speaks and writes to bring light into places of shame and hope to those who feel stuck. He believes true growth comes not through perfection, but through honesty, freedom, and the courage to fully embrace one’s identity. Whether in counseling, training, or conversation, he creates space for people to be seen, heard, and restored.

Committed to lifelong learning, Shadun is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision, further strengthening his leadership and contribution to the counseling profession. His work bridges clinical excellence with cultural awareness and spiritual insight, offering a holistic approach to care and leadership.

Beyond his professional roles, Shadun is a devoted parent and grandparent. His love for family is central to who he is and fuels his vision for communities where every individual is valued, connected, and able to thrive.

Shadun Duncan’s unique blend of leadership, faith, lived experience, clinical knowledge, and grant development expertise makes him a powerful advocate and inspiring voice in behavioral health, social justice, and personal transformation. Through every role he serves, his mission remains the same: helping people move from brokenness to wholeness—and from simply surviving to truly living.