William Rusnak, LPC
Compassionate guide for grief and growth
- Attachment-focused care
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Caregiver and grief experience
About William Rusnak
William Rusnak brings six years of professional counseling experience and a practical, compassionate approach to helping people navigate life’s most difficult moments. He views life as an ongoing process of learning and growth and positions himself as a guide for those who feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed rather than someone who hands down ready-made answers. William collaborates with clients to set clear counseling goals and develop treatment plans tailored to their circumstances, recognizing that progress is gradual and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
He works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes, and he addresses related areas such as attachment issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, narcissism, self-love, and social anxiety. His work is informed by an attachment-based focus that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and improve emotional regulation. William is licensed as an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and holds licenses in both Texas and Arkansas.
Before entering counseling, William worked in the defense and telecommunications industries. He was married for 25 years and spent the last six years of his wife’s life as her caregiver while training to become a counselor after she developed a rare form of dementia. That lived experience shapes his understanding of caregiving, grief, depression, and the challenges of starting over. While he can incorporate a Christian and Biblical perspective when appropriate, his primary aim is to partner with clients to explore options, develop new skills, and find paths forward through difficult transitions.
He works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes, and he addresses related areas such as attachment issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, narcissism, self-love, and social anxiety. His work is informed by an attachment-based focus that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and improve emotional regulation. William is licensed as an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and holds licenses in both Texas and Arkansas.
Before entering counseling, William worked in the defense and telecommunications industries. He was married for 25 years and spent the last six years of his wife’s life as her caregiver while training to become a counselor after she developed a rare form of dementia. That lived experience shapes his understanding of caregiving, grief, depression, and the challenges of starting over. While he can incorporate a Christian and Biblical perspective when appropriate, his primary aim is to partner with clients to explore options, develop new skills, and find paths forward through difficult transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesCommunication problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does William Rusnak have?
William Rusnak has six years of professional counseling experience.
Is William Rusnak a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential. His license details are TX LPC 77592 and AR LPC P2305002.
In which languages does William Rusnak provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is William Rusnak located?
William Rusnak is located in Arkansas.
How can I work with William Rusnak as my therapist?
You can work with William Rusnak through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does William Rusnak work with international clients?
William Rusnak does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with William Rusnak cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that inform online care
William often integrates attachment-based work with evidence-based skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to support clients through online sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships and attachment patterns influence current emotions and relationship dynamics - it can be especially helpful for people dealing with intimacy issues, communication problems, or difficulties forming trust.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be valuable for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and coping with crises.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and William collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors the plan as therapy progresses so the client and therapist work together to find the most helpful path.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to receive support from home, on the go, or during life transitions. These options can make scheduling easier and increase access to consistent care from licensed professionals and therapists who can help you move forward.