Mental Health Coach

For Music Professionals

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Hi, I'm Maru.

I'm a singer, and a songwriter. I'm also a Master of Cognitive Psychology, a coach and a speaker.

I love music. I love singing. I love voices. I love positive psychology. I love a good story. I love connection. I love making people feel good. I love supporting people in their journey. I love seeing what happens when you give people the tools to get in the flow, and the space to explore self-expression.

The Vocal Psychology Program
A 12 month online 1:1 coaching program

Holistic Vocal Coaching

Performance Coaching

Mindset Coaching

The Vocal Psychology® program is customized coaching in all the things YOU need to succeed as a singer. you will learn how to sing like a professional AND build up the confidence you need to perform at the level you want.

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Online courses

Since 2008, Maru has successfully coached hundreds of singers (from absolute beginners to seasoned professionals) to bring out the very best in themselves, honoring the mind-body connection.

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The Mindset Coach (for singers & songwriters) Podcast

In this podcast I share ideas, tools, stories, exercises… everything I’ve learned about how to create a super strong mindset that helps you deal with all the things thrown your way as a singer/songwriter.

WORKSHOPS

Maru helps creatives get unstuck & improve their mental health, relying on concrete tools rooted in psychology.

In her workshops, she challenges creative audiences to set their authentic voices free - both literally and metaphorically - with a focus on mental health, self-acceptance and self-expression.

Audiences love Maru because of her uplifting energy, and her unique perspective that provides genuinely helpful solutions.

Organizations hire Maru because she helps them move beyond 'mental health awareness' (we're all aware by now, thanks) and offers concrete, implementable strategies that help creatives achieve mental wellness.

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Hire Me As a Speaker

Maru is an enthusiastic speaker, who delivers playful yet impactful programming on mental health, mindset and music.

Her Vocal Psychology® method has been appreciated by hundreds of singers and songwriters around the world, ranging from Grammy winning artists to new artists in search of their best voice.

Her unique perspectives on mental health & wellness have inspired and supported the well-being of creatives, music professionals and entrepreneurs.

Most popular keynotes:

The Terrific Trio - Your 3 Inner Voices & Your Mental Wellness
Vocal Psychology® - Is Your Mind Holding Back Your Voice?
Living With Your Inner Critic

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From the Blog

8 tips for singing on an off day

By Maruja Retana · How to sing, Vocal Psychology

Flashback. Back in the day, your girl was part of a female a capella group. (Yeah, I was pretty cool.) Seriously though, we were like the Pentatonix of the Netherlands (in our minds). I’ve had some of my best moments of my life with these girls. And one of the worst. I remember it …

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SINGING IS COMMUNICATION: A mini-training in connecting with your audience

By Maruja Retana · Performance, Vocal Psychology

Emotions How does the song you’re singing make you feel? Name all the emotions…and this can change per line, so really take the time to identify all of the emotions. Is the first line bittersweet, or just sad? Is the second half of the chorus overjoyed, or pretending to be fine when you’re hurting? …

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Why you don’t need to find your voice

By Maruja Retana · Vocal Psychology

Why you don’t need to find your voice Confession: The phrase ‘find your voice’ kinda makes me cringe 😖 Simply because it’s inaccurate. I mean… did you wake up speechless? Did it disappear in the washing machine, chilling with your favorite socks? Or did you leave it in your jeans pocket? Darling… you already HAVE …

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