Author Archives: Nancy Cusack

“EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy has been declared an effective form of trauma treatment by a wide range of organizations. In the United States these include the American Psychiatric Association, the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, and the Departments of Defense … Continue reading →

Did you know?… Sleep heavily influences the prefrontal cortex, which is important for innovation, self-control and creativity “Ignorance about sleep is the worst sleep disorder of them all.” – William Dement Pro tip: Take a nap at 3pm to match … Continue reading →

From a group of accomplished young entrepreneurs come these tips to make your day a happier one (and your workplace). 1. Ditch the Debbie Downers. Unhappy people will rub off on you. 2. Break Bread With Co-Workers. Conversations over food … Continue reading →

“The brain releases dopamine, the “reward chemical” in response to any form of pleasure, be that exercise, sex, drugs, alcohol or food. Unfortunately, some people become addicted to dopamine and dependent on the substances that produce it, like drugs or alcohol … Continue reading →

Dr.  William Glasser  gives his recommendations  to help those suffering with symptoms of mental  illness.  click here to  watch the video.

• Well-known psychiatrist says “psych meds” cause violence in too many users By Ralph Lopez Psychiatrists have come forward to assert that certain psychiatric medications, such as those known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are almost certainly the chemical … Continue reading →

EMDR is effective in treating individuals who have experienced psychological difficulties arising from traumatic experiences, such as assault, motor vehicle accidents, war trauma, torture, natural disasters, sexual abuse and childhood neglect. It is also increasingly used to treat complaints that … Continue reading →

Cusack Counselling is now offering EMDR therapy. EMDR is a systematic approach involving bilateral sensory stimulation, such as eye-movements, tapping or sounds, administered while a client focuses on difficult feelings, anxiety, psychological and somatic symptoms or disturbing memories. Therapy, which … Continue reading →

Cusack Counselling is now offering EMDR therapy. The amount of time  complete treatment will take depends upon the history of the client. Complete treatment of the targets involves a three pronged protocol (1-past memories, 2-present disturbance, 3-future actions), and are … Continue reading →