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Zach Bruns, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Zach is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Zach. View 13 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin

Recent reviews

Zach is super awesome and very friendly. Easy to open up to as well. He's very kind, It's a blessing to have him as a therapist.

Reviewed June 2021

I've been working with Zach for nearly two years and I've found him to be a highly professional, competent, and emphatic therapist. I'd happily recommend him to any friend or family member, which is highest praise I can offer someone in his profession.

Reviewed March 2022

More about Zach

  • 8 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a substance abuse counselor (SAC) in Wisconsin with over 6 years of experience as a counselor and a case manager. I have worked with clients living with depression and anxiety symptoms, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, alcohol and other drug use disorders, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, sleep disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness as well as childhood trauma and domestic violence.

My counseling person-centered, meaning I try to focus on being present, empathetic, and compassionate while respecting all my clients and being sensitive to cultural needs. My approach combines person-centered therapy with motivational interviewing techniques as well as solution-focused techniques and cognitive-behavioral therapy tailored specifically to each client's needs. It shows great strength to reach out for help when you feel like you're struggling. Thank you for taking the time to reach out for help through counseling services.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Zach Bruns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689015810.

  • LPC · Wisconsin · 5651-125 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Zach Bruns

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

13 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Helpful Easy Professional Empathetic Listens Supportive Great listener Easy to talk

Zach is super awesome and very friendly. Easy to open up to as well. He's very kind, It's a blessing to have him as a therapist.

Reviewed June 2021

I've been working with Zach for nearly two years and I've found him to be a highly professional, competent, and emphatic therapist. I'd happily recommend him to any friend or family member, which is highest praise I can offer someone in his profession.

Reviewed March 2022

I previously worked with Zaxh Bruns a year ago, and really enjoyed the progress we made. Now I am getting back into therapy I actually wanted to request to work with him again! Beyond pleased with his professionalism and his acceptance in our therapy sessions

Reviewed February 2022

Zach has given me great perspective and because of that, I feel like I’ve grown so much since starting therapy with him. He’s a great listener and easy to talk to. I highly recommend him!

Reviewed September 2021

Zach is professional, respectful and offers great perspective. His guidance has helped me tremendously since I began working with him.

Reviewed June 2021

Zach is a fabulous listener! Very calming, and never judgmental. It’s really been helpful to have someone I can vent to and just be ME.

Reviewed March 2021

Great listener, provides great feedback and no judgement whatsoever. Professional and friendly all in one. 10/10 would recommend.

Reviewed February 2021

Zach is empathetic and supportive. I feel that he has been a great guide through this process. I trust his expertise and am so glad I was matched with him.

Reviewed December 2020

Zach is great. He has a more relaxed approach than a clinical one which I personally find to be helpful when talking about certain issues. He has never been a judge or a jury, just a helpful voice to talk to, to vent to and who, by the end of every session, leaves me with something to look forward to in the way of my own self-care.

Reviewed December 2020

He is an understanding and helpful Clinician. I would recommend him to anyone I know!

Reviewed September 2020

Zach is so easy to talk to. I’ve only had a couple sessions with him but I feel like he is really there for me and really listens. I like that he notices things that I may not have noticed myself while I’m talking with him. He’s great at sending messages or information to help you out even more.

Reviewed September 2020

Zach is a very kind and empathetic therapist who is willing to listen and try to understand with true concern. Thank you Zach for being supportive, you are appreciated more than you know.

Reviewed July 2020

Zach Bruns is a nice guy who listens well and truly seems to want to help. He will do what he can to get you to your goal and is nonjudgemental. I recommend him for a counselor.

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Zach Bruns offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Zach Bruns works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Zach Bruns speak?

Zach Bruns speaks English.

How many years of experience does Zach Bruns have?

Zach Bruns has 8 years of experience.

Where is Zach Bruns licensed to practice?

Zach Bruns is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Does Zach Bruns accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Zach Bruns does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Zach Bruns offer?

Zach Bruns offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Zach Bruns?

Zach Bruns can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Zach Bruns?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.