I believe life is a process filled with opportunities to learn and grow. I see myself as a guide to help you travel down difficult paths when you feel stuck, lost, or helpless. I will not give you answers but I will help you search for them. The counseling process is just that – a process. While there are no guarantees for the outcome of the counseling, I will work with you to determine counseling goals and treatment plans to help you in your situation. I utilize an Attachment based focus as part of therapy incorporating CBT and DBT techniques. Should the need arise, I can offer a Christian and Biblical perspective.
Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked in the defense and telecom industries. I was married for 25 years until my wife succumbed to a rare form of dementia. I took care of her the last six years of her life while I was also learning to become a counselor.
I understand the effects of dementia, life as a caregiver, depression, grief and loss as well as the experience of starting over. Life can be difficult. Do not travel these difficult paths alone. Counseling has become a third career for me but talking to and helping people has been a lifelong experience and joy. I am licensed in Texas and Arkansas.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, Communication problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy
AR LPC P2305002
TX LPC 77592
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He is warm and empathetic, and down to earth. He really helped me get to the heart of my emotional problems. He gave me specific advice to help me in anxious situations.
Written on Nov 16, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I have wanted to start therapy for a while. Living in a small town, I didn't feel comfortable discussing my issues with someone I or my family may possibly interact with on a personal level. I chose to try Better Help online and was connected to William Rusnak. He has been an excellent listener, provides valuable insight and direction, and is very down to earth and easy to talk to. He also provides many ways for me to connect for our sessions, so I can choose video, phone, or chat based on what I'm feeling comfortable with that day.
Written on Sep 02, 2024 after therapy with William for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
He is very comfortable to talk to and actually listens to you
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with William for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Mr. Rusnak has done a great job with my needs.
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with William for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I like him
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with William for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Great experience
Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with William for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues