Media Kit
INTRODUCTION
As a therapist, coach, artist, educator, and poet, Mark Odland continues to explore the dynamic intersection between healing and creativity. His books, courses, coaching and consultation services have helped therapists around the world, and his therapy services have helped hundreds to heal from trauma.
Mark is available to appear for podcasts, interviews, television, lectures, and book signings, and can be interviewed via phone, email, zoom, and in person. He is often sought out for his expertise on topics related to EMDR therapy/trauma, Christian spirituality, art, and poetry. As an aspiring “renaissance man,” his broad range of interests also include athletics, music, jiu jitsu, and surfing on Lake Superior.
Please contact us at least several weeks in advance of your proposed podcast or interview, and submit all media requests to the following: contact@escapethecagenow.com
Mark Odland – MA, LMFT, MDIV
SHORT BIOGRAPHY
Mark Odland graduated from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD, with a B.A. in art and religion, his M.Div. degree from Luther Seminary in Saint Paul, MN, and his M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology in Eagan, MN. An award-winning artist, Mark feels privileged to have his work displayed in various collections around the world. As a poet, his poems have been published in a variety of magazines, journals, and anthologies. In his work as an EMDR therapist, consultant, and educator, he continues to explore the dynamic intersection between creativity and healing. Mark is the author of 16 books including EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry – A Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times. To learn more, join his e-mail list at: escapethecagenow.com
LONG BIOGRAPHY
Mark Odland graduated from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD, with a B.A. in art and religion. Here he studied drawing, painting, and printmaking under nationally-renowned artist Carl Grupp. He went on to earn his M.Div. degree from Luther Seminary in Saint Paul, MN, and his M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology in Eagan, MN. An award-winning artist, Mark feels privileged to have his work displayed in various collections around the world. As a poet, his poems have been published in a variety of magazines, journals, and anthologies. In his work as an EMDR therapist, consultant, and educator, he continues to explore the dynamic intersection between creativity and healing. Mark is the author of over a dozen books including EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry – A Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times, and Taming the Tiger – How to Heal your Past with EMDR Therapy. An aspiring “renaissance man,” in addition to therapy, art, and poetry, Mark’s broad range of interests and hobbies include athletics, music, entrepreneurship, surfing, and jiu jitsu (martial arts). To learn more, visit escapethecagenow.com
MEDIA AND NEWS
Mr. Odland has been a guest on several podcasts, and has received press from a variety of news outlets, including the following:
Warriors Next Adventure Podcast
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
Mr. Odland’s books and online courses have been highly reviewed. His online courses have received over 150+ endorsements by other therapists around the world, and his latest book, EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry – A Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times has received the following praise…
“This is a powerful collection of artistic expression both in terms of the compelling illustrative work and in the dynamic and potent written word… a stunning read that shines a light on a unifying but difficult to discuss human experience, opening the conversation for those who have experienced it and developing an understanding for those who have not.” – Readers’ Favorite
“…a synthesis of pain and pleasure… Odland’s ability to capture these circumstances of daily life experience and weave them into a greater story of healing and change sets this book apart from many others… And creative arts and therapy literature is all the richer for the appearance of EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry” – Midwest Book Review (D. Donovan – Senior Reviewer)
“A varied collection of earnest verses and impressive illustrations about therapy… Much of the poetry deals with the particular tension of being both someone who uses EMDR in treatment and someone who has undergone the same therapy… those with EMDR experience are likely to see a bit of themselves in these pages.” – Kirkus Reviews
“A searching, self-examining collection of poetry from the perspective of an EMDR therapist… Odland faces the stress and tension of contemporary life, including some pandemic-themed poems, making the case that the urge to seek relief from stress and trauma is deeply normal.” – BookLife Reviews
SERVICES
Online EMDR Therapy
As a Certified EMDR Therapist with the EMDR International Association, Mark specializes in providing online EMDR therapy to high-achieving men like CEOs, Elite Athletes, and other Professionals living in Florida, Minnesota, Nevada, South Dakota, and Texas. He also offers EMDR intensive experiences for those looking to accomplish months of therapy within a shorter window of time. These “personal retreats” are held in beautiful Northern Minnesota overlooking the shores of Lake Superior, and can be customized to the needs of each client.
Business Coaching
Mark provides executive coaching to Christian business owners, helping them understand the sources of their stress and providing them with tools for greater peace, balance, and productivity. Years ago, Mark accepted the invitation to receive extensive business coaching from the legendary Scott Hallman (coach to Tony Robbins), and at Dave Ramsey’s 2023 EntreLeadership Summit Mark received guidance from international speakers like Dr. Jordan Peterson, John O’Leary, Ken Coleman, Patrick Lencioni, Dr. John Delony, and Brian Buffini.
EMDR Online Courses
Mark Odland is an Approved Continuing Education Provider with the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). His approved courses Spiritual Trauma & EMDR Therapy – 7 Steps to Help Clients Heal, and The Artistic Flow Approach to EMDR Therapy, and Back to the Basics: An EMDR Refresher with a Twist. Mark’s courses have now been taken by over 1,000 therapists worldwide, and have received over 150 positive reviews from participants. He continues to develop ground-breaking content to bring hope and healing to a traumatized world.
EMDR Consultation
Mark Odland is an Approved Consultant with the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). He offers individual consultation to help therapists around the world improve their skills and move towards their professional goals of becoming EMDR basic-trained, becoming EMDR-Certified, or becoming an EMDR-Approved Consultant. Within the broader world of EMDR, Mark can consult on a wide-range of issues. However, he has particular expertise around Christian Spirituality, Creative Expression, Trauma from Childhood, and Addiction Behaviors.
PUBLICATIONS
Mr. Odland has authored over a dozen books, including the following:
CONTACT
For all media inquiries, please contact: contact@escapethecagenow.com
