Member of professional associations: Mental Health Professionals Ottawa (MHPO), RN Psychotherapists of Ontario

Educational background: RN BScN psychotherapist, Certified couples and singles coach, CBT, DBT

Interests: Psychology, movies, gardening, vegan cooking, physical fitness, dance, fitness training, pickleball, hanging with friends and family

Values: Relationships, family, being of service, having fun, freedom and growth. I believe that life is meant to be enjoyed, that our mental health is our most important asset and we need to nurture it.

Inspired by: Pemma Chodron, Esther Hicks, Byron Katie, Albert Ellis, Marsha Linehan, Ellyn Bader and Pete Pearson, Ekhart Tolle, Martin Seligman, Barbara Fridrikson, Madan Kataria, Tina Turner, Cher, Goldie Hawn

Favorite motivational quote: All of my power is in my now and in my choosing to feel good now. Make friends with the present moment as if you have chosen it yourself.

Book recommendations: Loving What Is by Byron Katie, The 4 Agreements by Don Miguel, Your Erroneous Zones by Wayne Dyer, Universal Laws and Quantum Physics by Abraham-Hicks

Other recommendations: Hailey Magee, Bruce Lipton, Esther Perel, Elliott Connie, Mel Robbins, Marissa Peer, Brene Brown, Bruce Lipton, Couples Institute, self-compassion.org

Professional journal, publication or other material recommendation: Read articles from Psychology Today and prominent authors in the field

Professional organizations recommended for those in the profession: Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Mental Health Professionals Ottawa is a great, affordable place to get continuing education and network with others in the field.

Recommended resource to learn more about the industry: Check out programs at local universities and colleges

Find out more about Marian’s endeavors: https://marianmeade.ca/

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