William (Russell) Glass, LPC

William (Russell) Glass is a licensed mental health professional with a Master’s degree in counseling and 24 years of clinical experience. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, reflecting formal training and state licensure to provide counseling services. Over more than two decades he has worked extensively with people facing substance use disorder and related health issues such as HCV, while also addressing co-occurring concerns like low self-esteem, trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. Relationship and identity matters frequently arise in his work, and he supports clients navigating intimacy, family dynamics, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Glass draws on an existential perspective to help clients explore purpose and authenticity, encouraging self-honesty and personal responsibility as foundations for growth. He pairs that philosophical orientation with practical cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and to build coping strategies that capitalize on individual strengths. His experience includes personal recovery and living with long-term health challenges, and he has broadened his clinical outlook through periods of living and working abroad. Based in Alabama, he aims to create a nonjudgmental, collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports meaningful change and lasting resilience.

Prospective clients can expect a thoughtful blend of insight-oriented and skills-based work tailored to their goals and life circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

William (Russell) Glass integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as core tools in his online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes respect, empathy, and collaboration, helping people feel heard while they explore personal values and build self-understanding. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, substance use challenges, and stress.

He also draws on existential ideas to support clients who are seeking greater meaning or a clearer sense of identity; this approach encourages exploration of purpose and responsibility as part of personal growth. Determining which approach or combination of approaches will work best is part of the therapeutic process. William works collaboratively with each person to tailor goals and methods to their needs, preferences, and life circumstances.

Online therapy with William is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance. These formats make it easier to maintain regular sessions, practice skills between meetings, and access consistent support from a licensed professional regardless of where the client is located in Alabama.