Mariana Cárdenas Márquez, MA

Creating Healthy Cultures through Wellness Psychology & Organization Development

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

About

I am a consultant in organizational mental health and workplace culture, with a background in psychology and applied social sciences. I design and implement programs that strengthen emotional well-being, effective collaboration, and a sense of unity within teams. I guide companies and leaders in identifying the root causes of work-related stress and cultural disconnection, transforming these challenges into sustainable practices for well-being and performance. If your team is facing stress, burnout, or a lack of cohesion, I can help you create healthier and more humane workspaces. Write to me to schedule a free 20-minute diagnostic session or to learn more about my workshops.

Experience

  • Process Consultant and Facilitator at Happy Mind
    Sep 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

    Working closely with teams and leaders, I create tailored, interactive experiences in English, Spanish and French that drive cultural improvements. I design and facilitate change interventions and workshops to help organizations understand group dynamics, strengthen their culture, and enhance communication and collaboration.

  • Teacher: Professional Communication Skills at Champlain College Saint-Lambert
    Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 · 3 mos

  • Consultant at Ho Rites de Passage
    Nov 2024 - May 2025 · 7 mos

    I conducted a needs assessment, built rapport with the client, and delivered a full-cycle consulting intervention. This included diagnostics, stakeholder interviews, data analysis, and the co-design and facilitation of a capacity-building workshop tailored to the organization’s development goals.

  • Concordia University (Montreal, Quebec, Canadá · On-site)
    • Teaching Assistant-Counselling Skills and Concepts
      Sep 2024 - Feb 2025 · 6 mos

    • Teaching Assistant-Working in Taks Groups
      Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Teaching Assistant-Organization Development
      Aug 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Supported courses by facilitating group work, grading assignments, and collaborating with instructors to enhance learning. Encouraged collaboration and teamwork to improve the effectiveness of student projects.

  • Consultant at The International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations
    Aug 2024 - Nov 2024 · 4 mos

    Collaborated as part of a consulting team. Our goal was to foster deeper collaboration and alignment across the global ALS community.