Schussel, Lorne M. (lms2191)

Lorne Mathew Schussel

Adjunct Assistant Professor
Research Director
212-678-3267

Office Location:

328 HMann

Selected Publications

Selected Presentations (Invited Talks and Research Presentations)


  1. Schussel, L., Perin, A., Miller, L. (2023) Inter-hemispheric Coherence and Gamma Spectral power changes for differential meditation, visualization, and loving-kindness practices. Harvard Medical School. Cambridge, MA.
  2. Schussel, L., Pharn, R., Miller, L., Kaplan, C. (2023) The Psychological effects of a Multi-State Meditation-Visualization program for Police Officers during Covid-19: Addressing Stress, Burnout, and Building Trust Amidst National Concerns. Harvard Medical School. Cambridge, MA.
  3. Schussel, L. (2023) Neural Hyper scanning: The Frontier of Clinical Science Research and Applied Technology on Human Connectivity. International Conference on Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Denver, CO.
  4. Schussel (2023) EEG Hyperscanning: Review of Human Connectivity Research and Neural Correlates. International Conference on Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Denver CO.
  5. Schussel (2023) Spirituality and Mind Body Insitute at Milbank Chapel: Elective Showcase Postmaterialsm and Spirituality in Science and Health. New York, NY
  6. Schussel (2023) Comparative meditation study examining psychopathology, EEG spectral power, and heart coherence. International Society for Contemplative Science Research. San Diego, CA.
  7. Schussel (2023) Impact of Mindfulness on Police Mental Health. International Society for Contemplative Science Research. San Diego, CA.
  8. Schussel (2022) Spirituality and Mind Body Insitute at Milbank Chapel: Spirituality, Postmaterialism and Conciousness. New York, NY.
  9. Schussel, L. (2022) Talk for AAPS on chapter 5 Volume II: Cosmic Connections: Towards a Postmaterialist Science of Self. Jung, Pauli, & Quantum Entanglement. Sedona & New York, NY.
  10. Schussel, L., (2022) Galileo Commission Summit II: Expanding Science Visions of a Post Materialist Paradigm. Panel Discussion with Dr. Marjorie Wolocott.  London, UK.
  11. Schussel, L., (2021). PGY4: Contemplative Practice. Mount Sinai School of Medicine PsychiatryResidency Program. New York, NY.
  12. Schussel, L., (2021) Key Note Speaker: Columbia University, Teachers College (SMBI). Hyperscanning, Altered States of Consciousness, Neuroscience and Healing: Post Materialism. New York, NY.
  13. Schussel, L., (2020). Mindfulness and Visualization Lecture for Police & Safety Officers: Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Interventions. NY Police Precinct.  NYC, NY.
  14. Schussel (2020) Experiential Workshop Lecture at Teachers College, Columbia University. Spirituality & Mind Body Institute. New York, NY
  15. Schussel, L., (2020) Mindfulness Lecture for Police & Safety Officers: Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Interventions. San Francisco Police Department. San Francisco, CA.
  16. Schussel, L., (2020) Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Intervention for Police & Safety Officers. Lowell Police Academy.  Lowell, MA.
  17. Schussel, L., (2020) Coping with Stress and Burnout during COVID-19. Society of American Nepalese Nurses.  New York, NY.
  18. Schussel, L., (2020) Best Self Visualization Method: USC Integrative Health & Wellness.  Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles.  Los Angeles, CA
  19. Schussel, L., (2020) Coping with Covid-19: A Mental Health Initiative for Cedar College Students, Karachi, Pakistan.
  20. Schussel, L., (2020) Mental Health Resilience Practices for Turbulent Times. Interchurch Center: Health Fair. New York, NY.
  21. Schussel, L., (2020) Depression & Anxiety: Interventions and Contemplative Practices. Interchurch Center New York, NY.
  22. Schussel, L., (2020). PGY4 Contemplative Practice in Psychiatry. Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Psychiatry Residency Program. New York, NY.
  23. Schussel, L., (2020). Meditation & Visualization, Best Self Visualization Method. Young Presidents Club in Indonesia: CEOs of Indonesia. Jarkarta, Indonesia.
  24. Schussel, L., (2020). Mental Health Resilience Practices for Turbulent Times, Interchurch Center, New York, NY.
  25. Schussel, L., (2019) The Best Self Visualization Method: Clinical Implications and Physiological Correlates. USC School of Medicine, Conference for Integrative Health. Los Angeles, CA.
  26. Schussel, L., (2019). PGY4: Contemplative Practice in Medicine. Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Psychiatry Residency Program. New York, NY.
  27. Schussel, L., (2019)  Meditation techniques for Children, Adolescents, and Teens in Mental Health. Health and Research Systems, ENKI. El Monte, CA
  28. Schussel, L., Yanez, P. (2018) Clinical Anger Management Skills Staff Training. University of Southern California-Verdugo Hills Hospital. Los Angeles, CA
  29. Schussel, L., (2018) Contemplative practices and their application in medicine. Glendale Adventist Family Medicine Residency 1st year Orientation Program, Glendale, CA.
  30. Schussel, L., (2017) Coping with Burnout. Judicial Council of California: Advanced Judicial Studies Institute, San Diego, CA.
  31. Schussel, L., (2017) Mindfulness for Parkinsons and Geriatric conditions.  InCourage Center.  Altadena, CA
  32. Schussel, L., (2016) Meditation for Chronic Pain. Integrative Pain Workshop. University of Souther California Family Medicine Residency Program. Los Angeles, CA.
  33. Schussel, L., (2015) Spirituality and Technology Presentation. Columbia School of Social Work, Spirituality & Mind Body Summer Institute. New York, NY
  34. Schussel, L., (2015) Technology and Meditation Apps for mental health coping booths. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds. North Shore LIJ-Zucker Hillside Hospital. NY.
  35. Schussel, L., (2015) Individual case presentation on treatment outcomes from Hurricane Sandy.Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds. North Shore LIJ-Zucker Hillside Hospital. NY.
  36. Weaver, G., Schussel, L., Hill, J., & Rockwood, J. (2014) The Columbia Experience-Bringing theSpiritual Peace of the Desert to the Streets of Manhattan. Symposium conducted at the meetingof the APA Mid-year Conference on Religion and Spirituality, Division 36, Los Angeles, CA.
  37. Schussel, L., (2015) Co-creating our Best Self Meditation. United Nations Commission for Status Women Parallel Symposium Transforming trauma of political violence: Lessons from Africa,Middle East & Caribbean United Nations Church Center, ATOP. New York, New York
  38. Schussel, L., (2014) Academy for Social Action. Best Self Visualization & Meditation for High School Health. Harlem, NY
  39. Schussel, L., (2014) The Best Self Visualization Method. Mind-Body-Eco Spirit at the United Nations. 777 UN Plaza, New York, NY
  40. Schussel, L., (2014) Academy for Social Action. Mindfulness Program for High School Health. Harlem, NY
  41. Schussel, L., (2013) BSM method for psychological healing. “Spirit of the UN”. Mission to Nigeria at the United Nations, New York, NY.
  42. Schussel, L. (Sept, 2012) Visionary Speaker: Post-trauma healing and meaning. Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention.  New York, NY.
  43. Schussel, L. (December, 2012) The Best Self Visualization Method. Inter-faith and spiritual healing festival, the Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention (UN Affiliate). New York, NY.
  44. Mastropieri, B., Schussel., L & Miller., L. (2012) Discovering Meaning & Purpose in the Experience of Homelessness as a Young Adult: A Pilot Psychotherapeutic Intervention. Presented at the 7th Biennial International Meaning Conference, Toronto, Canada.
  45. Schussel, L. Lau., E , L Miller (2014) Abstract: A Nuero-Cardiological Study: Implications of a Multi-Modal Mindfulness Based RCT. International Conference for Stress & Behavior. New Orleans, LA                                                                                                                                                                                         

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS 

46.TenHouten, W., Schussel, L., Gritsch, M. F., & Kaplan, C. D. (2023). Hyperscanning and the future of neurosociology. Sociological Methodology, 53(1), 139-157  

47.Schussel, L., Spencer J. (2022) Connexions cosmiques : vers une science post-matérialiste du Soi. La nouvelle science de la conscience, Visions d'un paradigme post-matérialiste. Diffusion Rosicrucienne. Paris, France.                                                                                                                                                                                
48.Schussel, L., (2022) Spritual Awakenings. Scientists and Academics Describe their Experiences. AAPS Press Global.                                                                      

49.Klimowicz, A., Schussel., L , Ishak, W. W. (Ed.). (2020). Wellness Interventions for Chronicity and Disability. The Handbook of Wellness Medicine. Cambridge University Press.                                                                                                                               

50.Schussel, L., Spencer J. (2020) Cosmic Connections: Towards a Post-Materialist Science of Self. Expanding Science, AAPS Press.                                              

51.Schussel, L. (2018). The Best Self Visualization Method: Clinical Implications and Physiological Correlates (Doctoral dissertation, Columbia University).               

52.Mastropieri, B., Schussel, L., Forbes, D., & Miller, L. (2015). Inner resources for survival: Integrating interpersonal psychotherapy with spiritual visualization with homeless youth. Journal of religion and health, 54(3), 903-9                                     

53.Schussel, L., Folberth, W., L. Paisner, W. (2015) Resilience Building Curriculum Grades 9-12. Project C.O.A.S.T., Alliance for School Mental Health at North Shore LIJ, Zucker Hillside Hospital.                                                                                                     

54.Schussel, L., & Miller, L. (2013). Best Self Visualization Method With High Risk Youth. Journal of  Clinical Psychology, 69, 8, 836-845.                                           

55.Schussel, L., Kaplan, B. (2003) Bio-technology: Survey of Company Chiefs. Financial Times: fDi


PhD in Clinical Psychology | Columbia University

Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology | Columbia University

Masters of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | Columbia University

Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology  | Columbia University

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