Trauma-Informed Therapy
I use a variety of trauma-focused approaches, including EMDR, psychodynamic, parts work, polyvagal theory, and trauma-focused CBT, to support deep, lasting healing. My nervous system-informed approach helps uncover the origins of trauma, release stored stress through grounding techniques, and build emotional resilience. Together, we’ll help you process painful experiences and move toward greater self-awareness and balance.
EMDR – Weekly Options
EMDR is a powerful therapy for processing trauma and restoring emotional balance. I offer flexible options, including traditional 50-minute sessions, extended 75- or 100-minute sessions for more in-depth work, and adjunct EMDR to support clients already in therapy elsewhere. My goal is to tailor EMDR to your unique needs and healing journey.
EMDR Intensives – Half-Day, Full-Day, and Multi-Day
EMDR Intensives provide focused, accelerated trauma treatment by condensing months of therapy into just a few sessions. As an advanced EMDRIA Certified Clinician, I use relationally focused EMDR, polyvagal theory, parts work and somatic techniques to uncover and reprocess trauma. With half-day, full-day, and multi-day options, clients can experience faster, lasting relief—even if traveling from out of town.
Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction requires more than sobriety; it’s about building a meaningful life. As a trauma therapist with lived experience in addiction and well over 17 years of clinical work helping people who are afflicted. I use trauma-informed approaches to help clients address the root causes of addiction and create a fulfilling, substance-free future.
Treatment Tailored to Your Journey
Medi-Cal Provider
My team and I are in-network with Medi-Cal through Partnership HealthPlan (Carelon) and LA Care. Please reach out to my intake team to verify your coverage: intake@mercedescusick.com
Out-of-Network Insurance Reimbursement
My team and I are out-of-network providers, which means we are not contracted with insurance companies. However, many insurance plans reimburse a portion of psychotherapy costs. Upon request, we can provide a detailed monthly invoice, or “superbill,” that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. We recommend contacting your insurance provider in advance to verify your out-of-network benefits.
Flexible Payment & Financing Available
Weekly and EMDR Intensive sessions can be paid via cash, check, Zelle, Venmo, and all major credit cards. MCTS can offer 6-month and 12-month deferred-interest plans through CareCredit for EMDR Intensives.
