About Mark ODLAND - MA, LMFT, MDIV

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• M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy (MN School of Professional Psychology)
• Master of Divinity (Luther Seminary)
• B.A. in Art and Religion (Augustana University)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota, Florida, South Dakota, Nevada, and Texas (with permission to also practice in Arizona, Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming with conditions)
• LMFT and LPCC Board-Approved Supervisor
• EMDR International Association Certified Therapist
• EMDR International Association Approved Consultant
• EMDR International Association Approved CE Provider
• Trauma Recovery Approved Consultant and Facilitator
• EMDR Institute Approved Consultant and Facilitator
• Creator of 3 Online CE Courses Approved by the EMDR International Association
• Prepare-Enrich Certified
• Recipient of intensive Business Coaching from Scott Hallman (coach to Tony Robbins)
• Frequent Guest on National Shows like the The Healing Trauma Podcast and The Anxiety Slayer Podcast.
• Author of Over a Dozen Books
• State Record-Setting Athlete
• Award-Winning Visual Artist and Published Poet

The high achieving men that find me often seek me out because I specialize in both EMDR and Christian Counseling. As an EMDR therapist I can be very tactical, functioning like an emotional surgeon. I help men identify the targets that need attention, and then use this research-proven therapy approach to unleash the brain’s natural ability overcome insecurities and emotional barriers. But as a man grounded in faith, the therapy process isn’t robotic… it’s full of heart and authenticity. I take my clients down difficult roads, but I do so with compassion. I believe God created men to be not only warriors, but lovers. To be logical, but also creative. I am a business owner, an athlete, and a martial artist that appreciates the warrior mindset. But I’m also an artist, poet, musician and family man. I understand the importance of balance… 

Over the years I’ve observed that the very men who innovate, sacrifice, and invest to make the world a better place are misunderstood by the culture and even by their own wives and kids. In not so many words, they are told to be quiet and retreat from life. There’s nothing sadder than to see a caged lion who has lost the fire in his eyes. Through my EMDR Intensives and Personal Retreats, I help men accomplish 3 months of therapy in 3 days and get the fire back. I help them to leave their cages and become the lions they were created to be… Men capable of courageously stepping into the fray to provide, protect, create, love, and leave a legacy.

Over the years I’ve found that many of my clients seem to experience life as either “Rogue Lions," “Caged Lions,” or “Wounded Lions."

My “Rogue Lions” are Fortune 500 executives, Professional Athletes, Olympians, and Celebrities. They already left their cages long ago, but have maybe drifted too far from the pride and are now struggling on the homefront. High stress, numbness, addiction, and marriage conflict are common. I help these men recalibrate their priorities, heal relationships, and do the deeper emotional work necessary to stay healthy and leave a legacy that’s lasting.

My “Caged Lions” are the small business owners, physicians, entrepreneurs, commercial pilots, engineers, architects, and electricians. As earners they’re already in the top 10-15% of men… but they still haven’t achieved financial freedom and feel pulled in too many directions. Often, they value faith, family, and freedom. And yet, they still feel caged, overworked, and underappreciated. I help these men to escape the cage and become the men God created them to be.

My “Wounded Lions” are my fellow therapists... men and women who have a heart for helping others, but find that their tanks are running on empty. They’ve experienced vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, and burnout, and might have even lost their passion for doing therapy. Deep down they know it’s time to invest in themselves. I help them to reprocess their trauma, remove barriers to healthy grieving, and help them begin to renew their sense of hope and purpose. 

While I’m passionate about providing EMDR therapy, I also greatly enjoy my work as personal coach. While there is certainly overlap between therapy and coaching, I’ve found it helpful to keep a distinction in mind... while therapy tends to focus on healing the past, coaching tends to focus on the present and future. When I provide business coaching or life coaching to my clients, I draw on my knowledge as an EMDR therapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and use it to help my clients do the soul searching necessary to reconnect with their purpose, clarify their goals, and unleash their motivation to achieve breakthrough.

Years ago, I stumbled into the coaching world by accepting the invitation to receive extensive business coaching from the legendary Scott Hallman (coach to Tony Robbins). For an entire year I met with Scott and other successful group practice owners to take our practices to the next level. To this very day, I utilize Scott’s principles in my work with my own clients, and they have proven to be tried and true. Most recently, I was able to attend Dave Ramsey’s 2023 EntreLeadership Summit, where I received personalized guidance from international speakers like Dr. Jordan Peterson, John O’Leary (photo above), Ken Coleman, Patrick Lencioni, Dr. John Delony, and Brian Buffini. As you might expect, it was a mind-blowing experience. 

If you or someone you know would prefer to receive my coaching services as an alternative to EMDR therapy, I would welcome the conversation to see if we would be a good fit to work together.