Welcome Video

Mark Odland – MA, LMFT, MDIV

Unleash the Lion Within

My name is Mark Odland, and my mission is to help men escape the cages that hold them back and become the lions God created them to be. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified EMDR Therapist, and an experienced faith-based counselor. Over the last 15 years I’ve conducted over 15,000 therapy sessions, trained over 1,000 therapists, and helped over 1,000 clients. I received my EMDR training from renowned EMDR pioneer Dr. Roger Solomon, and have since received hundreds of hours of advanced training in EMDR from international experts.

While my focus is on providing therapy, not coaching, I’m familiar with the coaching world and am happy to pass along insights I’ve gained along the way to my clients. Years ago, I accepted the invitation to receive extensive business coaching from the legendary Scott Hallman (coach to Tony Robbins), and more recently had the privilege of consulting about my practice with Dr. Jordan B. Peterson. At Dave Ramsey’s 2023 EntreLeadership Summit, I received inspiration from international speakers like John O’Leary, Ken Coleman, Patrick Lencioni, Dr. John Delony, and Brian Buffini. I’ve been blessed to author over a dozen books, and have made guest appearances on national shows like the The Healing Trauma Podcast and The Anxiety Slayer Podcast.

When not working, I enjoy surfing, jiu jitsu, weight training, hiking, connecting at church, and enjoying life on the beach with my wife and 4 kids.

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

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. I help men get the fire back. 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.

If you’re selected to work with me, I will help you stare into the abyss and face what needs to be faced. And what you’ll find is the faint reflection of something staring back at you… the lion you were created to be. If you’re willing to invest the time, money, and energy that is necessary, I will help you step into your true identity, leave your cage, and experience the breakthroughs you were destined for.