Denise Marek

Denise Marek is internationally known as the Worry Management Expert and the creator of the CALM™ methodology for worry-free living. As a lecturer, consultant, and writer, Denise empowers individuals and organizations around the globe to reconnect with their inner peace, overcome their fears, and take the risks essential for personal and professional success.

Denise is the author of several books, including CALM: A Proven Four-Step Process Designed Specifically for Women Who Worry (Hay House, 2006) and CALM for Moms: Worry Less in Four Simple Steps (Familius, 2022). She also wrote about worry, stress, and resiliency for Body + Soul, Insight Magazine, Chatelaine, and Canadian Family.

Denise was awarded the Toastmasters International Accredited Speaker Award for Professionalism and Outstanding Achievement in Public Speaking. She was the first woman in Ontario to receive this honour, and fewer than 100 individuals worldwide have received the Accredited Speaker designation.

Denise’s educational background includes studies in human behaviour and psychology, counselling, addictions and mental health, and family counselling in social service work. Her academic journey also includes training in trauma-informed practices, including the symptoms of trauma and the impact of trauma on addictions and other mental health issues.

Denise works with clients to help them achieve their personal recovery and mental health goals. She provides caring, empathetic, and nonjudgmental support, recognizing that each individual's journey to recovery is unique.