Joe Cusumano
For 35 years, Joseph has been a Licensed Professional Counselor, and he has achieved a remarkable milestone in the field. In 1997, he became the 43rd person in the state of Missouri to pass the National Counselors Exam. Since then, Joseph has authored two books - Transforming Scrooge (published in 1996) and If You Build It (published in 1999).
The 25th-anniversary edition of Transforming Scrooge is now available in digital form - an analysis of Scrooge's transformation. This edition includes a brand new introduction by Joseph himself, as well as a collection of rare photos and images, that give the reader an inside look at Scrooge's transformation. Joseph has also served as the Director of Counseling at Lindenwood University from 2013 to 2017.
This experience has enabled him to help individuals and couples to effectively manage their challenges, improve their relationships and alleviate their emotional pain. For over 35 years, Joseph has been dedicated to helping people to reach their full potential, and his experience and expertise make him a valuable resource for anyone looking for counseling services. He is passionate about his work and strives to help each of his clients to reach their highest potential.
Whether you are looking for counseling services or simply want to gain a better understanding of the psychological and behavioral aspects of human behavior, Joseph is the perfect person to turn to. His passion for helping others, combined with his years of experience, make Joseph a leader in the field of counseling.
A Different Look at the Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol has long been a classic holiday tale, but what many readers may not know is that it contains a full version of Charles Dickens’ beloved story, complete with beautiful illustrations by John Leech in black and white and color.
The story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man full of bitterness and resentment, is a timeless tale that has resonated with readers for generations.
What is particularly unique about this version of A Christmas Carol, however, is its focus on helping the reader understand the intimate link between Scrooge’s childhood PTSD abandonment/abuse and his adult need to process these traumas in order to reclaim his True Self.
Through the help of FOUR spirit guides (including Marley), Scrooge embarks on a “dark night of the soul” hero’s journey in which he eventually learns how his past affects his present and future, and that nothing will change in his life until he changes himself.
The story of Scrooge provides a Jungian Collective Unconscious archetypal template to help readers explore their own personal struggles and journey to self-discovery.
As Scrooge undergoes his journey of transformation, readers can experience the change in him firsthand and witness his spiritualization—moving beyond living out of his animal self and into his Higher Angels self (Lincoln).
Ultimately, A Christmas Carol is a timeless story of the triumph of the human spirit—and a reminder that through courageously facing our fears and traumas, we can all reclaim our True Selves.
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