Counselor / Therapist

William Rusnak, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

Bio

Specialties: Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Child/Adolescent/Adult, Couples, Premarital/Marital, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Family, Relationship Issues, Communication Skills, Parenting, Caregiver Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Coping Skills, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Anger Management, Weight Loss, Trauma/PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Peer Relationships, Self-Harming, Spirituality, Suicidal Ideation

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. The counseling process is just that – a process. I will work with you to determine counseling goals and treatment plans to help you in your situation. Techniques include Cognitive-Behavioral, Experiential, and Systems perspectives. I also utilize Attachment Theory as part of therapy. Should the need arise, I can offer a Christian and Biblical worldview. It is important for you to know that many times the counseling journey is difficult. You may have negative experiences or feelings during this time, which are normal; they can bring healing to relationships or resolution of life issues.

I am licensed by the state of Texas as a professional counselor. I have been providing clinical services for six years counseling a wide range of ages, including children and adolescents. I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University in Dallas, Texas. 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.

Practice Areas

Counseling / Therapy	Educational Therapy	Online / Phone / Skype Therapy
Addiction / Drug Rehab	EMDR Therapy	Pet Therapy
Adolescents	Family Conflict	Play Therapy
Adoption	Gay or Lesbian Issues	Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
Anger Management	Gender Identity / Transgenderism	Premarital Counseling
Anxiety and Panic	Gifted / Talented Issues	Problem Gambling
Arts Therapy (Expressive)	Grief and Loss	Psychoanalysis
Asperger's Syndrome	Group Therapy	Psychological Evaluation / Testing
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)	Herpes and STD Counseling	Psychopharmacology
Bicultural Difficulties	Hypnotherapy	Relationship Issues
Body Image Issues	Learning Disabilities	Religious Counseling
Caregiver Issues	Life and Wellness Coaching	Self Esteem Issues
Children's Counseling	Life Transitions	Seniors and Elder Care Issues
Chronic Illness	Loneliness	Sexual Dysfunction
Couples Therapy	Marriage & Family Therapy	Stress Management
Depression	Marriage Counseling	Trauma and PTSD
Divorce	Men's Issues	Women's Issues
Domestic Violence	Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing	Work and Career Issues
Eating Disorders	Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder