Brandy Krueg, LCSW, CCISM

Brandy Krueg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), proud Cherokee woman, Owner and Operator of a private mental health practice specializing in the care of frontline healthcare workers, first responders, and their families. With over 26 years of experience, she has built a distinguished career focused on trauma recovery, wellness, and resilience-building. As an In-House Therapist for the Stockton Police Department, Brandy partners with the Wellness Team to provide counseling, education, and critical support for staff navigating stress, trauma, addiction, and relational challenges. Her certifications in First Responder Counseling, Critical Incident Stress Management (CCISM), and EMDR enable her to deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to high-stress professions. Throughout her career, Brandy has held diverse roles that demonstrate her deep commitment to mental health advocacy and crisis response. She serves as a Trauma Social Worker in a Level 2 trauma emergency room and as an Emergency Response Social Worker with Sacramento County’s Children’s Protective Services, where she investigated cases of abuse and neglect, conducted forensic interviews, and collaborated with multiple law enforcement agencies on high-profile investigations. In her private practice, Krueg Therapy Services, Brandy empowers individuals through trauma counseling, wellness training, leadership coaching, and education for frontline staff and supervisors. She is also available for public speaking engagements and responding to critical incidents, offering guidance to organizations on managing stress, trauma, and resilience in service-based professions. Her programs emphasize work-life balance, personal growth, and recovery from the emotional toll of high-pressure work environments. In addition to her clinical work, Brandy is a lecturer, wellness trainer, and published author of Turning Pain Into Purpose, which encapsulates her philosophy of transforming adversity into strength. Her compassionate leadership and expertise have earned her respect among colleagues and clients alike. Brandy’s lifelong mission is to help others not only survive but thrive—restoring balance, purpose, and hope to those who dedicate their lives to serving others.

• California State University-Sacramento - MSW

• Approved Instructor for Assisting Individuals In Crisis
• Emergency Responder and Public Safety Clinician Certification
• Critical Incident Stress Management Certification
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Certificate of Attendance: IAFF Center of Excellence
• Certified First Responder Counselor

She is the author of Turning Pain into Purpose, available on Amazon, and is currently in the process of writing her second book.