- Solution-focused approach
- Evening and weekend hours
- Messaging and video
About Debra
Debra Pruyn is an LCSW with 25 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. She focuses on clear goals and practical steps so clients can move forward. Debra aims to be a steady, supportive presence during difficult times.
Debra trained in social work and began her career after earning a Master of Social Work in 1995. Over decades in practice she has worked in probation, early intervention, mental health, and addiction services. That range gave her experience with substance use, mood concerns, relationship struggles, and long-term mental illness.
In sessions she helps people sort thoughts, set achievable goals, and build small habits that support progress. She uses a solution-focused approach that emphasizes what is already working and how to expand those strengths. Conversations tend to be practical and action-oriented, with room for understanding emotions and setbacks.
Debra offers messaging, live chat, and video sessions, with additional availability in evenings and weekends. She typically checks messages two to three times a day, seven days a week, and generally schedules 30-minute sessions unless more time is requested.
She asks people to identify their goals at the start so sessions can focus on steps that matter. If you want help managing mood, coping with change, or reducing stress, Debra provides steady support and clear next steps.
Debra trained in social work and began her career after earning a Master of Social Work in 1995. Over decades in practice she has worked in probation, early intervention, mental health, and addiction services. That range gave her experience with substance use, mood concerns, relationship struggles, and long-term mental illness.
In sessions she helps people sort thoughts, set achievable goals, and build small habits that support progress. She uses a solution-focused approach that emphasizes what is already working and how to expand those strengths. Conversations tend to be practical and action-oriented, with room for understanding emotions and setbacks.
Debra offers messaging, live chat, and video sessions, with additional availability in evenings and weekends. She typically checks messages two to three times a day, seven days a week, and generally schedules 30-minute sessions unless more time is requested.
She asks people to identify their goals at the start so sessions can focus on steps that matter. If you want help managing mood, coping with change, or reducing stress, Debra provides steady support and clear next steps.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.