- Stress and anxiety
- Life purpose
- Forgiveness work
About Brent
Brent DeBruyn is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota with nine years of clinical experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Brent also focuses on issues like forgiveness, impulsivity, mood concerns, post-traumatic stress, and finding life purpose.
Brent uses straightforward conversation to help people name what’s happening and figure out practical next steps. Sessions center on listening, reflecting, and setting small goals that fit into daily life. He invites discussion of personal values and, when clients want, how faith or belief systems fit into their decisions.
In session he helps clients clarify priorities and test new ways of responding to old patterns. That might include learning skills for managing anxiety, trying different ways to talk about relationship concerns, or pacing recovery after a loss or major change. He also works with impulses and mood shifts to reduce disruptive reactions.
Brent aims to help clients explore questions about life purpose without promising a particular outcome. He supports people who want to examine forgiveness and how it affects their relationships and well-being. For those with trauma histories, he assists in processing reactions and building practical coping tools.
To begin, clients follow the online matching steps to schedule a first session. Brent conducts sessions in English and does not accept international clients. Costs vary by location and are billed through a cancellable subscription model.
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Brent works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what helps in day-to-day life. One common approach is cognitive work that looks at unhelpful thoughts and tests new perspectives. This helps with anxiety, low mood, and decisions about next steps.Another approach emphasizes skills for emotion and behavior regulation. That includes breathing and grounding practices, impulse management tactics, and step-by-step plans for handling strong feelings. These techniques can reduce sudden reactions and improve consistency in daily routines.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Brent will collaborate with each client to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. He regularly checks in and adjusts plans based on what is or isn’t working.
The original biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules need it, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions help them stay consistent while working on stress, mood, relationships, and life purpose exploration.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include forgiveness, impulsivity, mood concerns, post-traumatic stress, and life purpose.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He uses clear conversation and practical steps to identify patterns and test small changes. Sessions often include skill practice and goal-setting to fit daily life.
What is his background and experience?
He has nine years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and life-transition concerns. His practice emphasizes exploring values and concrete coping strategies.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, licensed in Minnesota. Sessions are provided from that location.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to be sure which formats are offered.
How does billing and cost work?
Costs vary with location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client’s location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session. That process connects you to the initial appointment steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.