Michael Cousin is an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist whose focus is on working with those who have experienced multiple traumatic events or have diagnosed disorders, mainly Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Schizoaffective Disorder and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD).
Prior to his training, Michael was a contemporary artist and curator with over 20 years of experience of national and international exhibitions. He has a BA (Hons) and Master’s Degree in Fine Art and a Master’s Degree in Art Psychotherapy (2016).
Michael is experienced in working with actors. "As a self-employed creative myself I understand the professional difficulties that presents, and also the emotional strain this can create which can in turn exacerbate underlying mental health conditions or traumatic experiences".