Excellent at providing feedback and giving guidance on how to navigate relationship questions. Great listener, very good at checking in. Flexible availability via text, phone, or video.
Debra Pruyn, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Debra 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 Debra. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Oregon, New York, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Debra is a nice person. She may have experience working with some addictions. However she was not helpful to me. I am a food addict and joined BetterHelp looking for support directly related to food addiction. She sent me a worksheet which ended up being a trigger for binge foods. Very disappointing. Also, I don't know if it was a fluke of the website or what, but TWICE I left a voice recording, telling her how I felt about this. I checked, the second time, to be sure it processed and was visible. I was able to play it on the site. Not only did she not reply, but the voice recording was deleted. That doesn't seem professional at all.
More about Debra
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
My name is Debra Pruyn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon and I have my LMSW in the state of New York. I received my Masters of Social Work at Adelphi University in New York in 1995. I have worked in many different fields as a therapist and case manager with individuals in the fields of Probation, Early Intervention, Mental Health and Addictions. I have worked with individuals with diagnosis of anxiety/depression, drug and alcohol addiction, and relationship issues as well as severe and persistent mental illness. Over my almost 30 years of experience with social work, I have worked as a Counselor to many people to bring support during times of difficulty. I truly believe that each of us are able to support ourselves and sometimes need the guidance to be able to develop understanding of our fears to work through troubled times. I enjoy being that supportive person to many individuals. I work with people to determine what their goals are so that they can work towards achievement. Therapy helps to organize all the thoughts in our heads to set a clear path.
You are welcome to message me at any time during the day. I usually check messages two to three times a day seven days a week so that I would be readily available to respond. I also offer live chat and video sessions as well with more availability in the evenings and weekends. Check with me to see what my availability is when you are ready to schedule. Generally sessions are 30 minutes, let me know if you need more time.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Family problems
Isolation / loneliness
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Debra Pruyn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710032081.
- LCSW · Oregon · L8013 · Expires March 2025
- LCSW · New York · 090886 · Expires January 2026
- LCSW · Delaware · Q1-0012034 · Expires January 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Debra Pruyn
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Excellent at providing feedback and giving guidance on how to navigate relationship questions. Great listener, very good at checking in. Flexible availability via text, phone, or video.
Debra is a nice person. She may have experience working with some addictions. However she was not helpful to me. I am a food addict and joined BetterHelp looking for support directly related to food addiction. She sent me a worksheet which ended up being a trigger for binge foods. Very disappointing. Also, I don't know if it was a fluke of the website or what, but TWICE I left a voice recording, telling her how I felt about this. I checked, the second time, to be sure it processed and was visible. I was able to play it on the site. Not only did she not reply, but the voice recording was deleted. That doesn't seem professional at all.
Debra listens to me and makes me feel validated. It is nice to know that I can message her about anything that is troubling me.
The conversations are instructive and my counselor is compassionate.
Debra has been so helpful in my process of starting up online counseling! She is super communicative and is flexible with scheduling. She helps me by asking me questions, talking about my day and helping me with brainstorming ideas and processes around my thinking patterns. I was nervous to start out, but as the process has gone on it's been a nice steady place for me to discuss my mental health and what I want to work on today but also in the future.
I feel like Debra listens and understands me. She makes good points and gives me good ideas
Frequently asked questions
Does Debra Pruyn offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Debra Pruyn 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 Debra Pruyn speak?
Debra Pruyn speaks English.
How many years of experience does Debra Pruyn have?
Debra Pruyn has 25 years of experience.
Where is Debra Pruyn licensed to practice?
Debra Pruyn is licensed to practice in Oregon, New York, and Delaware.
Does Debra Pruyn accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Debra Pruyn 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 Debra Pruyn offer?
Debra Pruyn offers clients Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Debra Pruyn?
Debra Pruyn 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 Debra Pruyn?
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.