William Kirschner , LISW

William Kirschner brings a relationship-first approach to therapy, combining a strengths-based outlook with practical, forward-focused work. He is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with three years of professional experience as a therapist and over 12 years working in the mental health field. Prior to his clinical practice he worked as a case manager and career counselor, roles that inform his attention to employment and life-purpose concerns.

William frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an evidence-based method that helps clients clarify personal values and commit to meaningful actions while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. He has experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger challenges, career difficulties, and depression. His additional focus areas include commitment issues, communication problems, fatherhood matters, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, men’s issues, and social anxiety and phobia.

William views each person as the expert of their own story and aims to partner with clients to identify strengths that support recovery and growth. He emphasizes forward movement and practical strategies, offering support and empowerment as clients take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Acceptance-based and Skills-focused Care Online

William uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients identify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise; this approach is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and issues related to motivation and life purpose. He also employs skills-focused interventions that teach practical coping strategies for managing cravings, anger, and emotional distress, which can support recovery from addictions and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. William approaches treatment collaboratively, listening to each client’s goals and preferences and adjusting methods as needed so that the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single model on everyone.

Online therapy with William is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility around work, family, and daily responsibilities. These remote options make it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions, and integrate therapeutic skills into everyday life with greater convenience.