Mike graduated from Naropa University (Boulder, CO) in 2009 with a Master's degree in Contemplative Counseling Psychology and in 1996 from Appalachian State University (Boone, NC) with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Recreation Management concentrating in Outdoor Experiential Education and minoring in psychology.

Mike has worked in a university employee counseling program, residential addiction treatment with co-occurring disorders, community mental heath, wilderness therapy, and has been in private practice since 2010.

Prior to his work as a psychotherapist, Mike worked in outdoor education for Outward Bound, around the world as an internationally certified mountain guide (IFMGA), and in Off-Broadway theater in Las Vegas, New York, and Seoul.

In his early 50s, Mike enjoys spending free time in the outdoors rock climbing, skiing, mountain biking, and traveling. Mike maintains a daily practice of meditation, Yoga, and other self-care activities.