Kari Rusnak, MA, LPC,CMHC

About

Kari Rusnak, MA, LPC, CMHC, is a licensed couples counselor with a multistate telehealth practice who is currently licensed in Mississippi, Colorado, and Utah. She is a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider, an EMDR Certified Therapist, and a Certified Gottman Therapist. Her practice focuses on LGBTQ+, those in open/poly relationships, chronic pain, and sexual health.

Recent Posts

Can Couples Heal From Betrayals?

If you have experienced betrayal in your relationship, you know how hard it can be to recover. New research discusses what the process looks like.

Do You Take on Too Much Emotional Labor in Relationships?

Research reveals the effects of unbalanced divisions of emotional labor in relationships and how you partners can fix it.

The Mental Health Risks That Face Sexual Assault Victims

A recent documentary looks at how sexual assault victims get wrongly charged with false reporting.

The Ritual of Setting Goals Together

Set aside time for improving your relationship as well as creating rituals of connection.

Can GLP-1s Treat Obesity, Diabetes, and Mental Health?

Recent research has examined the potential benefits of taking GLP-1 medications for several mental health conditions.

A Couple's Tricky Transition to Parenthood

Will having kids affect your relationship? Yes. Here's what the research suggests that couples need to keep in mind.

How a Massage Can Improve Your Sex Life

This massage technique can improve sex and intimacy for almost everyone. Learn how to master it and regain your connection.

How Pornography Can Affect Relationships

A closer look at the prevalence of pornography use and how it may challenge relationships.

Is It Sexual Dysfunction or Incompatibility?

There are important differences between sexual dysfunction and incompatibility. Explore some of the causes and how to seek help.

How Homophobia Harms Relationships

Homophobia often adds an extra layer of stress and conflict to the dynamic of same-sex relationships.