Since 2002 Mike has worked in the substance abuse field previously working as the program manager for Alternatives.
In addition to his private practice Mike also works for the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center as the Program Manager of Crystal Meth Recovery Services and Addiction Recovery Services.
Mike received his certification as a Drug & Alcohol Counselor from LA City College, also holds his B.A. in Liberal Arts from Salem State College and received his Master’s in Psychology from Antioch University.
Mike serves on several crystal meth work groups and advisory boards and has been both a featured speaker and panelist in various town hall meetings throughout the country.
Mike’s work within the gay recovery community has been featured in various mainstream publications, including GQ Magazine, The Advocate and an Emmy Award Winning episode of KCET’s “Life & Times” television series.
Membership and Affiliations:
CAMFT LAGPA NALGAP Psychology Today
Gender: Male
Populations Served: Gay Men, Lesbians, Bisexuals, Non-Gay Men, Non-Gay Women, Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, Adults, Seniors
Theoretical Orientations: Client Centered, Cognitive, LGBT-Affirmative Psychotherapy, Solution Focused
Therapy Modes: Long Term, Individual Psychotherapy, Couples Therapy
Degrees: MFT
Academic Institute 1: Antioch University
Year Graduated 1: 2012
License Number: 85854
License State: California
Years in Practice: 3
Currently on Staff at: Los Angeles LGBT Center
Staff Title: Manager/Addciiton Recovery Services-Crytsal Meth Recovery Services
Private Practice: Yes
Available for Emergency: Yes
Accept Interns: No
Insurance Accepted?: Yes