- Substance use support
- Relationship issues
- Problem solving focus
About Troy
Troy Bruns is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with 20 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, depression, grief, anger, sleep problems, and other life changes. Troy also supports people navigating issues related to LGBT identity, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, career stress, and compassion fatigue.
Troy keeps sessions straightforward. He aims first to understand what a person is going through. Building a working alliance comes next. He focuses on practical problem solving and helps people find steps they can use between sessions.
He has a master's degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and holds an LPC in Wisconsin. He also works as an instructor for substance use disorder counseling students at CVTC. His background includes 12 years in private practice and time in hospitals, clinics, inpatient and outpatient substance use programs, and employee assistance counseling.
Troy has experience doing emergency work in an emergency room setting, including primary suicidal assessments. He has also worked with clients who have correctional backgrounds. This variety informs how he approaches risk, relapse, and practical coping strategies.
He offers some evening and weekend hours to help fit sessions into busy schedules. People who prefer a collaborative, problem-solving approach may find his style direct and practical. If you want to work on anger or other recurring patterns, he focuses on understanding the problem and testing manageable changes.
How Troy applies evidence-based techniques online
Troy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. Cognitive-behavioral approaches look at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and help people try small changes that reduce anger, anxiety, or depressive patterns. These methods are useful for managing workplace frustration, sleep disruption, and recurring resentment.Motivational strategies are another element he draws on for people working through addictions or readiness for change. This style helps clarify values, increase motivation, and set step-by-step goals that reduce risky or impulsive behavior.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to identify which methods suit their goals and daily life. That may mean trying one approach for a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps most.
Confirm which session formats he currently offers before booking. Many licensed professionals use video or phone sessions to make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule. Remote sessions can shorten travel time, allow a quick check-in during a work break, or let someone choose not to be on camera when that helps them focus. Ask about evening or weekend slots when you complete the matching questionnaire.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, grief, anger, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related concerns, career stress, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach focused on understanding problems and testing manageable changes. The emphasis is on building a working alliance and using problem solving between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working in counseling roles, including 12 years in private practice and work in hospitals, clinics, and employee assistance programs.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin. He is based in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details before scheduling.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.