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.
Insurance & Payment Options
Proud Medi-Cal Provider
My team proudly accept Medi-Cal through Partnership HealthPlan of California, which serves Northern California counties.
Other Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Sutter Health Plan through Carelon/Beacon
- Carelon/Beacon Medicare Advantage
- Carelon/Beacon HMO
- Carelon/Beacon Health Options
- Providence Plan Partners Commercial & Medicare
- Unicare Commercial
Coverage varies by plan and location. Contact intake@mercedescusick.com to verify your benefits.
Out of Network & Private Pay
Private pay is available. We accept cash, check, Zelle, Venmo, and all major credit cards.
For eligible services, we can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement through your out of network benefits.
EMDR Intensive Financing
For EMDR intensives, we offer 6 and 12 month deferred interest financing through CareCredit, subject to approval and promotional terms. Interest applies from the purchase date if the promotional balance is not paid in full within the promotional period.
