Debra Pruyn, LCSW

Debra Pruyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings 25 years of direct practice to her work. She focuses on practical steps that help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship struggles. Her approach centers on clear goals and small, achievable changes.

She uses Solution-Focused Therapy to help people identify strengths and next steps. Sessions move toward concrete goals rather than lengthy problem histories. Debra supports people who are coping with life changes, parenting strain, work stress, loneliness, anger, and compassion fatigue.

Debra's background includes roles in probation, early intervention, mental health, and addictions services. That range of settings shaped her problem-solving style and comfort with practical planning. She has worked with people facing mood disorders and substance challenges and has long experience supporting those with complex needs.

In sessions she helps clients sort overwhelming thoughts and set an achievable path forward. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at making daily life more manageable. She often focuses on what the person wants to do next and how to get there in small steps.

Debra offers messaging, live chat, and video sessions, with more availability in evenings and weekends. Sessions are commonly 30 minutes but can be adjusted when needed. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

How solution-focused work translates to online therapy

Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying what a person wants to change and finding small, concrete steps to get there. It tends to be brief and action oriented, which fits well with remote sessions because conversations focus on goals and immediate next actions rather than long case histories.

Debra pairs that work with practical problem solving aimed at stress, addictions, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and work-related issues. In online sessions she helps people pick one or two attainable goals and tracks progress between meetings, so each appointment has a clear purpose and direction.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and daily life to choose techniques that feel useful. If something isn’t working, the plan is adjusted together until it feels like a better fit.

The original biography lists messaging, live chat, and video sessions as offered options, so confirm current session formats and times when booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into evenings, weekends, or a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when needed. Ask about typical session length and evening or weekend availability when you schedule.