Lion Counseling Podcast

🎙️ Episode 29 – Forgiveness: Why It Feels Impossible (And How to Actually Do It) Forgiveness sounds good in theory—until you’re the one who’s been hurt. In this powerful episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor and Coach) unpack the emotional, relational, and spiritual dynamics that make forgiveness so difficult—and show you how to actually wa...

🎙️ Episode 28 – Grieving Charlie Kirk: A Christian Counseling Perspective on Tragedy and Healing In this special episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland and Zack Carter respond to the tragic and violent death of Charlie Kirk from a Christian counseling perspective. As husbands, fathers, and mental health professionals, they unpack the emotional weight of this national trauma and guide...

🎙️ Episode 27 – Procrastination: Why You Do It (And How to Make It Work for You) If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why do I keep putting this off?”—this episode is for you. In this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) break down the 3 types of procrastination —and explain why your brain might actually be workin...

🎙️ Episode 26 – Should You Tell Your Wife About Your Secret Struggle? If you’re stuck in a cycle of secrecy and guilt—and wondering whether to open up to your wife—this episode is for you. Zach Carter and Mark Odland explore the deeper emotional and relational impact of hidden struggles, especially screen-based habits that damage trust and intimacy. They unpack when (and how) to have the hard conv...

🎙️ Episode 25 – Tactical Parenting for Dads: How Whole-Brain Discipline Builds Strong Kids Are you a dad trying to raise strong, resilient kids—but sometimes feel lost when it comes to handling your child’s emotions, meltdowns, or mood swings? In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland , Certified EMDR Therapist, and Zack Carter , Counselor & Coach, break down the practical, b...

🎙️ Episode 24 – How to Reduce Screen Time (Without Hating Your Life) 👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited. In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explore...

🎙️ Episode 23 – Why You Know What to Do, But Still Don’t Do It: The Real Reason Men Stay Stuck with Food and Fitness If you've ever told yourself, "I know what to do... I just don’t do it", this episode is for you. In this brutally honest and practical episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) go beyond nutrition advice a...

🎙️ Episode 22 – How to Break the Cycle of Low Motivation and Negative Thinking This is a Lion Tactics episode — short, practical, and actionable content to help men heal and grow. 👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited. In this episode of The L...

🎙️ Episode 21 – Jordan Peterson, Burnout, and the Power of Radical Ownership This is a Lion Reflection – a personal monologue where I share the hard-earned lessons, challenges, and insights that have shaped my journey as a therapist, leader, and man of faith. 👉 Want support from a therapist who gets it? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ In this episode, I s...

🎙️ Episode 20 – Shipwreck, Survival, and Second Chances: The Story of Nick Rahn This is a Lion Legacy Conversation – a long-form interview highlighting the wisdom, resilience, and faith of remarkable men. 👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited....

🎙️ Episode 19 – The ABCs of Anxiety: How to Understand and Overcome Fear What if your anxiety was actually trying to help you—but your brain just got stuck in the wrong loop? In this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark and Zack break down the ABCs of anxiety —Alarm, Belief, and Coping—and share how you can take back control from the chaos in your head. You’ll learn the real neuroscience b...

🎙️ Episode 18 – 5 Mindsets That Are Killing Your Wealth (and How to Fix Them) Are your money habits sabotaging your future? This episode is for high-performing men who are crushing it at work and at home—but quietly struggling with finances behind the scenes. In this practical and honest conversation, Mark and Zack explore five toxic thought patterns that hold men back from building wealth—and wha...

🎙️ Episode 17 – Breakdancing, Brotherhood, and Becoming a Son: The Michael Swalley Story This is a Lion Legacy Conversation — a long-form interview highlighting the wisdom, resilience, and faith of remarkable men. 👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is...

🎙️ Episode 16 - Star Trek and the Circle Method: A Game-Changing Roadmap for Sobriety & Breaking Bad Habits In this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Therapist & EMDR specialist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) reveal a practical, battle-tested roadmap to help men break free from addiction, compulsive habits, and self-sabotaging patterns. Using a simple...

🎙️ Episode 15 – How to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & Dating In this practical and insightful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) dive deep into what it really takes to find a lasting romantic relationship. Whether you're looking for a wife, evaluating someone you’re dating, or just feeling frust...

🎙️ Episode 14 – Jonathan Pageau on Trauma, Memory & the Symbolic Path to Healing In this profound conversation, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & founder of Lion Counseling) is joined by renowned Orthodox Christian artist and cultural commentator Jonathan Pageau (The Symbolic World) to explore a topic rarely covered in Pageau’s public work: trauma, memory, and personal transformation...

Episode 14 – 🎙️ Understanding Trauma and How to Heal What is trauma really—and why can it affect us years after the event? In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explain trauma in a clear, practical, and non-intimidating way. If you've experienced stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm that feels hard to shak...

🎙️ Episode 12 – Burnout: Why You’re Exhausted (Even When Life Looks Good) In this raw and honest episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) open up about their personal experiences with burnout—and what they learned through the process. Whether you're a business owner, husband, leader, or just a guy trying to hold it all t...

🎙️ Episode 11 – Manhood, Music, and Redemption: The Story of Aaron Dahl In this powerful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland sits down with Aaron Dahl, worship pastor at Eagle Brook Church, former touring rock musician, husband, and father of four. From addiction and homelessness to healing, fatherhood, and leading worship at one of the largest churches in the U.S., Aaron’s story i...

🎙️ Episode 10 – How to Be Happier: Real Strategies for a Life That Matters In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist, LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explore one of life’s biggest questions: How can I be truly happy? Whether you're killing it at work but feeling empty inside, or just trying to shake off stress and find peace, this episode w...

🎙️ Episode 9 – How to Conquer Anxiety: Real Tools for Real Men In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) dive headfirst into one of the most common issues men face—but rarely talk about: anxiety. Whether it shows up as stress, overthinking, irritability, or a pit in your stomach, this episode br...

🎙️ Episode 8 – Manhood, Pressure, and the Power of Jiu Jitsu (with Lael Rodrigues) In this powerful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland sits down with Lael Rodrigues , Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, coach, business owner, missionary, and founder of Superior Jiu Jitsu in Superior, WI. From surviving poverty in Brazil to transforming lives through martial arts and faith, Lael’s sto...

🎙️ Episode 7 – How to Improve Your Sobriety: Understanding the Root of Addiction In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist, LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) go far beyond surface-level recovery strategies to help men understand what’s really driving their addiction . If you’ve ever thought, “I just need to stop watching porn, drinki...

🎙️ Episode 6 – Why Am I So Angry? Understanding the Roots of Rage In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) dig deep into a question that haunts many high-functioning men: "Why am I so angry?” If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your wife, yelling at coworkers, or boiling over in traffic—...

🎙️ Episode 5 – Why You Struggle to Make Friends (And How to Fix It) In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast , Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) tackle a silent epidemic many men face today: loneliness and the struggle to build lasting friendships . If you've ever found yourself wondering why it's...