About Theresa Nicassio, PhD

I’m Dr. Theresa Nicassio, a possibilitarian and out-of-the-box psychologist, mom, author, and wellness educator who is simply doing what I can to help the world be a better place. KINDNESS ~ INCLUSIVITY ~ SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

Tessa Mouzourakis to Perform at YUM Gluten-Free Cookbook Launch Party (gf/v/sf)

HOT OFF THE PRESS... Tessa Mouzourakis will be performing LIVE at the YUM Book Launch Party in Vancouver--- We are so lucky to have this brilliant up-and-coming singer-songwriter-acoustic guitar playing musician (I've watched grow up since kindergarten! <3) sharing her magic at the party! <3 & [...]

By | September 9th, 2015|Blog, Events, Gluten-Free, NEWS|Comments Off on Tessa Mouzourakis to Perform at YUM Gluten-Free Cookbook Launch Party (gf/v/sf)

YUM Soft-Launch at Williams-Sonoma Today!

Today marked the beginning of YUM! With the early arrival of the first expedited copies, a soft-launch of YUM was possible today---and what a special day it was. Thanks to the help of friends---Lynn Chamberlain, Jenny Chapman, & Pamela Allen, volunteering to help with the set-up and embarking on [...]

By | September 6th, 2015|Blog, Events, Gluten-Free, NEWS|Comments Off on YUM Soft-Launch at Williams-Sonoma Today!

Psychologist/Chef Releases Special Diet Cookbook

Dr. Theresa Nicassio’s highly original cookbook “YUM” fills the gap for those with food allergies & sensitivities creating a comprehensive resource, a true masterpiece.

By | August 12th, 2015|Gluten-Free, NEWS, Press, Press Releases|Comments Off on Psychologist/Chef Releases Special Diet Cookbook

The Power of Compassionate Listening

Perhaps the greatest gift we can ever offer another human being is our willingness to be as present and accepting of them as is humanly possible. Doing so costs nothing, except our focused energy and attention. And the social, psychological and emotional implications of not only listening, but also [...]

By | July 29th, 2015|Articles, Blog|Comments Off on The Power of Compassionate Listening

Is the Food You Are Eating Making You Depressed or Anxious?

If you are suffering from symptoms like depression, anxiety, low energy, brain fog, problems concentrating, attentional challenges, memory difficulties, etc, it is really important to be properly assessed by a qualified health professional. This is because there can be many different potential cause [...]

By | July 24th, 2015|Articles, Blog, Gluten-Free|Comments Off on Is the Food You Are Eating Making You Depressed or Anxious?

Buy YUM Cookbook NOW for Great Savings! (gf, sf, v)

Book Description: Much more than a cookbook, YUM: plant-based recipes for a gluten-free diet offers new possibilities for enjoying a delicious life, even if you have dietary restrictions. This invaluable resource has 180+ delectable dishes, inspired techniques and a guide to special ingredients. The [...]

By | July 15th, 2015|Articles, Blog, Events, Gluten-Free|Comments Off on Buy YUM Cookbook NOW for Great Savings! (gf, sf, v)

Old Fashioned Pancakes (gf/v/sf)

  If you and your kin are like mine, you know how sacred pancakes can be! Only a fluffy and tender and delicious-tasting pancake will do to fill the craving for this favourite comfort food. While this recipe is super simple to make, getting it just right took far too many renditions to count--- [...]

By | July 13th, 2015|Blog, Gluten-Free, Kids, Recipes|Comments Off on Old Fashioned Pancakes (gf/v/sf)

YUM ONLINE PRE-SALES are finally available!!! (25% OFF!!!)

What a special day.... After 5 years of working intensively to create the most comprehensive and beautiful resource possible, the online pre-sales of YUM are now available for US, Canadian.and international orders. As a "Thank You" for all of your patience (I am blown away by the love and support of [...]

By | July 8th, 2015|Blog, Events, Gluten-Free, NEWS|Comments Off on YUM ONLINE PRE-SALES are finally available!!! (25% OFF!!!)

Blueberries… in the Shade & Small Spaces

Picking up a bite to eat! Many berries thrive in containers, small garden spaces, and in the shade. Offering abundant harvests for us, as well as providing a great food source for birds, bees and other pollinators that we share the planet with, everyone wins! My favourite berries to grow in the shad [...]

By | July 1st, 2015|Articles, Blog, Gluten-Free, Kids|Comments Off on Blueberries… in the Shade & Small Spaces

Radio Interview with Neil Haley: Total Education Network

Thanks to Dede Rittman, I had the privilege of being a radio guest for Neil Haley on the Total Education Network. This show is syndicated on over 100 stations and is heard by over 2 mil weekly listeners in 180+ countries. For this interview, Neil wanted to discuss YUM and issues around "healthy eati [...]

By | June 7th, 2015|Blog, NEWS|1 Comment