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Selected Publications
Selected Presentations (Invited Talks and Research Presentations)
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Schussel (2023) EEG Hyperscanning: Review of Human Connectivity Research and Neural Correlates. International Conference on Life Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Denver CO.
- Schussel (2023) Spirituality and Mind Body Insitute at Milbank Chapel: Elective Showcase Postmaterialsm and Spirituality in Science and Health. New York, NY
- Schussel (2023) Comparative meditation study examining psychopathology, EEG spectral power, and heart coherence. International Society for Contemplative Science Research. San Diego, CA.
- Schussel (2023) Impact of Mindfulness on Police Mental Health. International Society for Contemplative Science Research. San Diego, CA.
- Schussel (2022) Spirituality and Mind Body Insitute at Milbank Chapel: Spirituality, Postmaterialism and Conciousness. New York, NY.
- 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.
- Schussel, L., (2022) Galileo Commission Summit II: Expanding Science Visions of a Post Materialist Paradigm. Panel Discussion with Dr. Marjorie Wolocott. London, UK.
- Schussel, L., (2021). PGY4: Contemplative Practice. Mount Sinai School of Medicine PsychiatryResidency Program. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2021) Key Note Speaker: Columbia University, Teachers College (SMBI). Hyperscanning, Altered States of Consciousness, Neuroscience and Healing: Post Materialism. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2020). Mindfulness and Visualization Lecture for Police & Safety Officers: Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Interventions. NY Police Precinct. NYC, NY.
- Schussel (2020) Experiential Workshop Lecture at Teachers College, Columbia University. Spirituality & Mind Body Institute. New York, NY
- Schussel, L., (2020) Mindfulness Lecture for Police & Safety Officers: Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Interventions. San Francisco Police Department. San Francisco, CA.
- Schussel, L., (2020) Mental Health Resilience & Burnout Intervention for Police & Safety Officers. Lowell Police Academy. Lowell, MA.
- Schussel, L., (2020) Coping with Stress and Burnout during COVID-19. Society of American Nepalese Nurses. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2020) Best Self Visualization Method: USC Integrative Health & Wellness. Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles. Los Angeles, CA
- Schussel, L., (2020) Coping with Covid-19: A Mental Health Initiative for Cedar College Students, Karachi, Pakistan.
- Schussel, L., (2020) Mental Health Resilience Practices for Turbulent Times. Interchurch Center: Health Fair. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2020) Depression & Anxiety: Interventions and Contemplative Practices. Interchurch Center New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2020). PGY4 Contemplative Practice in Psychiatry. Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Psychiatry Residency Program. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2020). Meditation & Visualization, Best Self Visualization Method. Young Presidents Club in Indonesia: CEOs of Indonesia. Jarkarta, Indonesia.
- Schussel, L., (2020). Mental Health Resilience Practices for Turbulent Times, Interchurch Center, New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2019) The Best Self Visualization Method: Clinical Implications and Physiological Correlates. USC School of Medicine, Conference for Integrative Health. Los Angeles, CA.
- Schussel, L., (2019). PGY4: Contemplative Practice in Medicine. Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Psychiatry Residency Program. New York, NY.
- Schussel, L., (2019) Meditation techniques for Children, Adolescents, and Teens in Mental Health. Health and Research Systems, ENKI. El Monte, CA
- Schussel, L., Yanez, P. (2018) Clinical Anger Management Skills Staff Training. University of Southern California-Verdugo Hills Hospital. Los Angeles, CA
- Schussel, L., (2018) Contemplative practices and their application in medicine. Glendale Adventist Family Medicine Residency 1st year Orientation Program, Glendale, CA.
- Schussel, L., (2017) Coping with Burnout. Judicial Council of California: Advanced Judicial Studies Institute, San Diego, CA.
- Schussel, L., (2017) Mindfulness for Parkinsons and Geriatric conditions. InCourage Center. Altadena, CA
- Schussel, L., (2016) Meditation for Chronic Pain. Integrative Pain Workshop. University of Souther California Family Medicine Residency Program. Los Angeles, CA.
- Schussel, L., (2015) Spirituality and Technology Presentation. Columbia School of Social Work, Spirituality & Mind Body Summer Institute. New York, NY
- Schussel, L., (2015) Technology and Meditation Apps for mental health coping booths. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds. North Shore LIJ-Zucker Hillside Hospital. NY.
- Schussel, L., (2015) Individual case presentation on treatment outcomes from Hurricane Sandy.Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds. North Shore LIJ-Zucker Hillside Hospital. NY.
- 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.
- 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
- Schussel, L., (2014) Academy for Social Action. Best Self Visualization & Meditation for High School Health. Harlem, NY
- Schussel, L., (2014) The Best Self Visualization Method. Mind-Body-Eco Spirit at the United Nations. 777 UN Plaza, New York, NY
- Schussel, L., (2014) Academy for Social Action. Mindfulness Program for High School Health. Harlem, NY
- Schussel, L., (2013) BSM method for psychological healing. “Spirit of the UN”. Mission to Nigeria at the United Nations, New York, NY.
- Schussel, L. (Sept, 2012) Visionary Speaker: Post-trauma healing and meaning. Association for Trauma Outreach & Prevention. New York, NY.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Curriculum Vitae
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