- evening and weekend hours
- LPC in Wisconsin
- focus on collaboration
About Troy
Troy Bruns is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and other life changes. He aims to work with people who are trying to be themselves despite difficult circumstances. Troy keeps hours that include some evenings and weekends to fit different schedules.
He holds a master's degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and practices in Wisconsin as an LPC. He also works as an instructor for students studying substance use disorder counseling at a technical college. He has spent 12 years in private practice and has two decades of overall experience in behavioral health.
Troy has provided services in many settings, including emergency room assessments focused on suicidal risk, inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment, hospital and clinic environments, employee assistance programs, and work with people involved in the corrections system. Those varied roles shape how he approaches difficult or urgent concerns.
In sessions he focuses on understanding what someone is going through first. Building a practical working relationship is a priority. He emphasizes empowering clients and collaborating on problem solving so people can make clear, achievable changes.
People who value straightforward conversation and concrete steps to manage emotions, coping, and relationship issues often find this approach helpful. He works with a range of concerns including trauma, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, intimacy struggles, and compassion fatigue.
How therapeutic methods are used in online care
Many of the methods Troy draws on are evidence-based approaches designed to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Behavioral strategies focus on changing unhelpful routines and building new habits to improve sleep, mood, or substance-use patterns. These techniques break tasks into small, manageable steps and track progress over time.Skills-based work addresses stress, anxiety, and anger by teaching clear coping tools and rehearsal exercises. This helps people handle intense feelings, improve communication, and manage workplace or relationship strain. Trauma-informed practices center on safety in the moment and paced work toward processing difficult memories or reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help the person identify which methods match their goals and needs, then adjust as progress is made. This collaborative process means methods can shift if something isn’t helping.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session formats Troy currently offers before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work or family demands, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people remain on a consistent schedule while juggling busy days, careers, or caregiving responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues can be addressed in sessions?
Support is available for stress, anxiety, substance-use concerns, relationship strain, depression, grief, trauma and related issues listed in the profile.
What is the therapist's style in sessions?
Sessions focus on understanding what a person is facing, building a working relationship, and using collaborative problem solving to set practical goals.
What experience does the counselor bring?
The counselor has 20 years of overall experience, 12 years in private practice, and work across ER, hospital, clinic, substance use, EAP, and corrections settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
The clinician holds a master's degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and is an LPC practicing in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are offered for appointments?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counselor?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.