- Relationship focus
- CBT and solution-focused
- Tennessee LPC
About Bruce
His approach centers on helping people improve how they relate to others and to themselves. He offers straightforward strategies to calm anxiety, manage stress, and repair communication. He aims to help clients gain more control over reactions and make decisions that reflect their values.
Bruce often uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and change responses. He also applies solution-focused methods that look for small, doable changes to produce quick relief. Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps clients can try between meetings.
He has long experience guiding people through relationship transitions, including separation and divorce issues. He works with individuals and partnered people when relationship patterns cause strain or when one partner is more ready to change than the other. His goal is to help clients reduce conflict and find clearer paths forward.
People can expect a direct, calm style that emphasizes practical homework and steady progress. He frames therapy as a journey of ongoing growth rather than a one-off fix. Sessions aim to leave clients with usable skills they can apply the next day.
License and NPI on record
- LPC
- Tennessee · 729
- NPI
- 1790552255
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
37+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
How CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online
Bruce uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thinking patterns that increase stress and anxiety, then practices new responses so everyday moments feel more manageable. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to find small, concrete changes that move a person toward their goals quickly and practically.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with clients about goals, preferences, and what has helped in the past. That discussion guides whether sessions emphasize changing thought patterns, short-term problem solving, or a mix of both.
Many people find online therapy helps fit sessions into busy lives by removing travel time and making scheduling easier. Online work can support weekly check-ins, focused skills practice, and brief progress reviews that fit between other responsibilities. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available for scheduling and planning.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Bruce help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting strain, and depression, plus issues such as separation and divorce.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is practical and direct, emphasizing tools people can use right away to change thinking and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 37 years of clinical experience working with relationship challenges and individual concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Good to know
Therapists listed here offer talking therapy online. It is not legal, financial or custody advice, and no therapist can promise how a separation or a relationship will turn out.
If you are not safe at home, or someone is hurting or threatening you, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline. The numbers are at the foot of this page.