Troy Bruns, LPC

Troy Bruns is a Wisconsin-based counselor and instructor who focuses on helping people maintain emotional well-being while navigating life’s challenges. He holds a master's degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and is credentialed in Wisconsin as an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and as a CSAC, which denotes a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. He works with individuals facing mental health concerns, adjustment issues, substance-use related problems, and couples seeking support, offering weekend and some evening hours to increase accessibility.

Over the course of his career he has maintained a private practice for 12 years and has worked in a range of clinical settings, including emergency work in a hospital emergency room conducting primary suicidal assessments. His background also includes roles in substance use disorder agencies in both inpatient and outpatient settings, experience in hospitals and clinics, positions at small non-profit and profit-based organizations, extensive work with employee assistance counseling, and engagement with clients who have correctional system involvement. In addition to clinical work, he serves as an instructor for SUDC students at CVTC.

Troy prioritizes understanding what each person is experiencing and places importance on developing a strong working alliance. His approach emphasizes client empowerment and collaborative problem solving, helping people identify practical steps that fit their circumstances while honoring who they are in spite of the difficulties they face.