Mark Odland – MA, LMFT, MDIV has established himself as a leading voice at the intersection of EMDR therapy and artistic creativity. His EMDRIA-Approved Course, The Artistic Flow Approach to EMDR Therapy has been taken by over 200 therapists worldwide, and his critically acclaimed book, EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry – A Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times makes a unique and heartfelt contribution to the larger EMDR community. Reflecting on his experiences as both an EMDR therapist and client, the book contains original poetry, where each poem is paired with an original work of art. Seeking to provide creative resources for EMDR therapists and clients, Mark’s EMDR Coloring Books have been now been utilized by thousands.
Mark has always been a creative person, and to this day maintains an interest in visual art, writing, and music. Drawing, in particular, has been a gift and passion of his since he was a young boy. He always loved to draw, and had the unique ability to reproduce on paper what he saw in front of him. Growing up he kept busy with many things including sports and music, but as a freshman at Augustana college in Sioux Falls, SD, he was able to finally focus on his passion for art. He wavered between becoming a professional artist, an art teacher, and a graphic designer, and ultimately settled on double majoring in art and religion.
It was here at Augustana that Mark was fortunate enough to be mentored by nationally-renowned artist Carl Grupp, who inspired him to continue to create art long after graduating. To give you a sense of this eccentric mentor, imagine a man who looks like Santa Clause but has red hair instead of white. He was interested in the deep questions of life, had a japanese garden in his backyard, and has a cat named Charmin Ultra (yes, he named his cat after a brand of toilet paper). It was a great time in Mark’s life, and he spent countless hours in the drawing and printmaking studios there refining his skills.
While his journey led Mark to become a therapist, he finds that there are still opportunities to express his creativity. He understands that the 8-phase, 3-pronged standard EMDR therapy protocol is a blueprint for success, and should be followed whenever possible. However, he tries to balance this with the unique needs of each client, and frequently attends trainings for unique protocols that become necessary where the standard protocol alone is not enough.
While earning your EMDRIA certification, finishing your basic training hours through EMDR HAP, working towards becoming an Approved Consultant, or simply looking for guidance on individual cases, Mark Odland – MA, LMFT, MDIV looks forward to helping you meet your goals. As an EMDRIA and EMDR HAP Approved Consultant, he is qualified to provide you with the high quality consultation necessary to understand the AIP model and master the standard 8-phase, 3-pronged protocol. However, he strives to do so with a spirit of fun and curiosity within a relaxed and non-judgmental atmosphere (to read more about Mark’s background, please browse his “Consultant Bio.”
Mark’s art and poetry resume include the following:
AWARDS
2005 Burning Brush/Cornerstone Festival (Award – Best in Printmaking), Bushnell, IL
SOLO ART EXHIBITIONS
EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry (Duluth, MN – 2022)
Visual Faith – The Significance of Jesus Christ (Living Waters Lutheran Church, Sauk Rapids, MN – 2008)
The Collapse of Time Art and Poetry Exhibition (Como Park Lutheran Church, Saint Paul, MN – 2004)
The Collapse of Time Art and Poetry Exhibition (Peace Lutheran Church, Lauderdale, MN – 2004)
GROUP ART EXHIBITIONS
Expressions of Hope Art Show (Vine Arts Center, Minneapolis, MN – 2011)
Religious Fine Art Gallery Exhibition (Round Rock Public Library, Round Rock, TX – 2011)
Christian Art Exhibition (Black Forest Lutheran Church, Colorado Springs, CO – 2006)
Burning Brush/Cornerstone Festival (Creative Spark Gallery, Bushnell, IL – 2005)
Cross View 23rd Annual Christian Art Festival (Cross View Lutheran Church, Edina, MN – 2005)
Luther Seminary Community Art Show (Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN – 2004)
Augustana Senior Art Show (Eide/Dalrymple Gallery, Sioux Falls, SD – 2002)
Augustana Student Art Show (Eide/Dalrymple Gallery, Sioux Falls, SD – 2001)
ART GALLERIES
Meeting Room Gallery – Japan Lutheran Church (Churchwide Headquarters, Tokyo, Japan)
Eide/Dalrymple Gallery (Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD)
L.I.W. Cargo Gallery (Manitou Springs, CO)
Vine Arts Center (Minneapolis, MN)
ART COLLECTIONS
Japan Lutheran Church (Churchwide Headquarters Permanent Collection – Tokyo, Japan)
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hong Kong (Permanent Collection – Hong Kong, China)
Lutheran Church of Australia (National Office, Permanent Collection – North Adelaide, Australia)
Bangsar Lutheran Church (The Father’s House – Permanent Collection – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Augustana College Center for Visual Arts (Eide/Dalrymple Gallery Permanent Collection – Sioux Falls, SD)
Muhlenberg College (Martin art Gallery – Baker Center for the Arts Permanent Collection – Allentown, PA
Waldorf College (Permanent Collection – Forest City, IA)
South Dakota Synod Office (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Permanent Collection – Sioux Falls, SD)
Catholic Diocese of Austin (Religious Art Gallery Permanent Collection – Austin, TX)
*Personal Collections across the United States
ART AND POETRY PUBLICATIONS
EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry – A Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times (2021)
The Artistic Flow Approach to EMDR Therapy Resource Book: 50 Renaissance-Inspired Images to Assist with Resourcing and Reprocessing: Bilateral Innovations (2019)
The EMDR Coloring Book For Kids: A Resource for Therapists, Parents, and Children: Bilateral Innovations (2018)
The EMDR Coloring Book II: A Calming Resource for Adults Featuring 100 Works of Art Paired with 100 Positive Affirmations. MN: Bilateral Innovations (2018)
The EMDR Coloring Book: A Calming Resource for Adults Featuring 200 Works of Fine Art Paired with 200 Positive Affirmations. MN: Bilateral Innovations (2017)
The PTSD Coloring Book: A Calming Resource for Adults Featuring 200 Works of Fine Art Paired with 200 Positive Affirmations. MN: Bilateral Innovations (2017)
SIMUL: Lutheran Voices in Poetry – 500th Anniversary of the Reformation Edition (2017)
SIMUL: Lutheran Voices in Poetry: Xulon Press (2007)
Only Ink: The Powhatan Review – Volume VI – Number 1 – Summer (2006)
The Fall of Autumn: Lutheran Partners Magazine – Volume 21, Number 6 – Nov./Dec. (2005)
The Collapse of Time: Spiritual Poems: Xulon Press (2004)
If you have any questions or would like to set up a consultation session, please call Mark at (844) 872-8625 or email him at [email protected]