Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Depression
How Bruce works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MD, LCSW-C
- Licensed in
- Maryland
- Years in practice
- 20
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Bruce
Bruce Storms is a licensed clinician in Maryland with two decades of experience. He holds an MD and an LCSW-C and focuses on practical help for people dealing with anger, stress, anxiety, and depression. He helps people talk through traumatic experiences and abuse in a calm, steady way.
He also supports clients coping with major life changes and the daily strain of parenting responsibilities. Conversations aim to surface what feels most urgent, then find manageable steps forward.
Background and approach
Sessions are conversational and straightforward. He works to build an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared. Goals are set together and adjusted as progress is made.
Bruce also pays attention to issues like guilt, shame, forgiveness, social anxiety, and motivation. He helps people rebuild confidence and find practical ways to handle stressful situations. Work can include short-term problem solving or longer-term exploration of patterns that keep people stuck.
People who are worried about getting started can expect clear guidance on next steps. The first conversations focus on what a person is facing now and what they hope to change. From there, scheduling and a plan are made that match the person’s needs and life circumstances.
What Bruce works with
Everything Bruce lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Bruce's practice.
Approaches and online care that fit your life
Bruce uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and trying new, small experiments to reduce anxiety and anger. This helps people learn different ways to respond when feelings run high. Another approach centers on processing trauma and emotional hurt in a paced way so memories and reactions become easier to manage. That work can reduce symptoms tied to past abuse and make daily life feel more manageable.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, concerns, and preferences, then try methods that suit the situation. Plans are reviewed and adjusted as progress is seen, so the work stays focused and practical.
Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for people who prefer written check-ins or flexible timing. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, and other commitments.
Questions people ask about Bruce
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He also focuses on forgiveness, guilt and shame, and social anxiety.
What is the general therapy style or approach?
Sessions are conversational and practical, aiming to create an open nonjudgmental space. The therapist helps set goals and looks for doable steps to reduce distress.
How much experience does the clinician have?
The therapist has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an MD and an LCSW-C and is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
People can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preference.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist’s availability.