Since the beginning of time, humans have created stories to make sense of the world. As individuals, our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves

— Dana Schmalenberg

I'm Dana Schmalenberg

Founder of Navigational Narratives

After a 20-year career as a Hollywood screenwriter, I decided to become a psychotherapist. This was a decision I made after 6 years of dealing with and processing a devastating DNA discovery that revealed my dad was not my biological father. I've come out the other side with a more integrated and whole sense of identity and put all that I've learned into a course to lead you on a journey of doing the same.

I now have a Master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling and plan to create more courses to help people navigate life's difficult transitions.

 Navigating Your DNA Bombshell

Take a self-guided journey with interactive lessons.

1-on-1 Navigating

One on one sessions to help you dive deeper into the material, deal with your unique circumstances and accelerate your healing.