Mary Dessein is an animated storyteller and musician who captivates audiences. She creates programs tailored to specific needs, often including her harp and psaltery.

She regulary hosts the Global Griot, stories & music from around the world, on KSER 90.7 FM.
For the 2009 Global Griot schedule and more information, please check out Mary’s event page.

Mary is diligently working on her first CD, 'Stories to Use in Addiction Treatment'. Please visit this site regularly for updates.

At the Women's Coalition of Washington annual conference October 10 - 12, 2007, the report was, "Mary was the star!" Mary's workshops, 'The Need for Meaning,' addressed issues of using storytelling in addiction treatment, engaging clients in the process, how and where to find stories, as well as self-care. Self-care is a primary issue for professionals in the addiction services field.

Mary was also the featured presenter for the Healing Story Alliance's national teleconference on 9/24/07. HSA is a special interest group of the National Storytelling Network.

For more information of Mary's vast portfolio and performances please visit her Resume page.

Mary Dessein
marystories@hotmail.com
2623 Wetmore Ave
Everett, Washington 98201
425-879-4650