Mari Grande LCSW, LCAT; Art and Trauma Therapist

02/04/2025

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07/04/2024

Excited to announce that I'll be live on the Professional Podcast Network Podcast this Friday, July 5th, at 11:45 AM EST!

Tune in to hear exclusive details about my new book, Overcoming the Mother Wound, and take advantage of a special offer just for our listeners. 😉

Listen Live here ➡️ https://player.cloudradionetwork.com/ppn1/

04/30/2024

My latest book, Overcoming the Mother Wound: A Transformative Journey of Healing and Empowerment, is now available.

"Overcoming the Mother Wound" is a compilation of the methods and approaches I use with clients who want to heal from difficult or toxic relationships with their mothers.

The book includes a user-friendly overview of attachment theory, mind-body practices, transformative art, and writing exercises; this book is meant to be the beginning or the continuation of healing from the wounds of the past.

As an art and trauma therapist, I use creativity for self-expression and healing. Whether you consider yourself an artist or simply appreciate creativity, this book invites you to connect with the transformative power of artistic expression.

"Overcoming the Mother Wound" is a versatile toolkit that provides insights, exercises, and support for you or your clients to navigate the tender terrain that sometimes has no words.

These practices can be done independently or with the guidance of a therapist or coach, and they seamlessly integrate with the online Overcoming the Mother Wound eCourse and Membership Community.

'Overcoming the Mother Wound' is a guide, a workbook, and a catalyst for emotional liberation and holistic well-being.

Whether you are a parent, teacher, therapist, CEO, or student of life, we all have a mother experience. How have you navigated yours?

Take this opportunity to embark on your journey of self-discovery and empowerment with free shipping throughout April 2024.

Learn more -https://lnkd.in/eue2wMWR

11/20/2023

People often feel anxiety is a horrible thing. It can feel scary and you just want it to go away!

But what if it’s like the Wizard of Oz? You think the wizard is this big frightening thing, demanding and yelling, and then it turns out to be a bumbling little person behind the curtain.

Here's How to Calm Anxiety, an Art Therapist Shares a Way to Help: https://marigrande.com/calm-anxiety-an-art-therapists-way-to-help/

11/15/2023

We all have one, a Central Autonomic Nervous System. We don’t think about it, we don’t have to do anything for it to work, it does everything on its own, and without it, we could not survive. The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) never stops doing its job.

The “F” Words (Fight, Flight, Freeze) blog will shed more light on this subject: https://marigrande.com/the-f-words-fight-flight-freeze/

11/10/2023

“You’ll never be good enough.” “I can’t believe you just said that.” “What a stupid thing to do.” Have you ever said these things to yourself? The inner critic is a common internal voice that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. Why would we want to befriend such a demeaning voice?

When we befriend our critic we can learn some valuable information about our beliefs and patterns of thinking. Instead of a passive monologue, engaging in a compassionate conversation opens up the door to greater wisdom and understanding. As a result, healing and self-acceptance become possible.

Discover more here: https://marigrande.com/forgiving-the-critic-within/

11/07/2023

The word Focusing means something very specific in the therapy world. Think of Focus, Mindfulness, and Stillness. That’s close, but the focusing I am referring to is Internal Relational Focusing (say THAT 3 times fast!).

This sort of focus cannot be without the body. I’m not talking about focusing on your crooked knees or love handles.

This is what you need to know: https://marigrande.com/focusing-what-it-means-in-therapy-terms/

10/30/2023

Loss, both big and small, is a part of life.

In fact, we’re guaranteed to experience loss and grief at some point or another. While this difficult truth can be challenging to recognize, it ultimately lessens the discomfort when going through loss.

Learn more in my blog: https://marigrande.com/good-grief-going-and-growing-through-loss/

10/23/2023

The journey to break a generational cycle isn’t easy, yet it is necessary and rewarding.

If you have been following my blogs and articles, then you are surely no stranger to this topic. I talk a lot about identifying how the Mother Wound manifests in certain relationships– such as with a lover, friend, or the inner self– although we have yet to address how to move through the world as a mother.

Here's what you need to know 👉🏻 https://marigrande.com/overcoming-the-mother-wound/ 🔗

10/19/2023

Are Mother Wounds exclusive? Picky? Gender-specific?

I don’t think so, actually, I know so. Mother Wounds are not only “sex blind” but they will be different for each and every one of us - whether we are male, female, trans, or non-binary / gender-nonconforming.

Read my recent blog post to learn more 👉🏻 https://marigrande.com/its-not-just-daughters/ 🔗

10/10/2023

Mothers and daughters are often seen as a package deal, however, the Mother-Son relationship has complex dynamics that impact a man into adulthood.

If you have been following my blogs, then you are aware that I work closely with women who were raised by critical mothers. Of course, sons are not exempt from the struggle daughters have faced.

Read my recent blog post to learn more 👉🏻 https://marigrande.com/sons-of-toxic-mothers/ 🔗