I believe each of us is on a journey to understand ourselves better, to find meaning, and continue on our path towards individualization and wholeness. Dreams, the Soul, relationships, and the unconscious all assist in providing us with insight about who we are and what we desire. Mike combines Soul-centered practices, interpersonal relationship work, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with depth psychology and person-centered therapy to provide a rich background for growth and healing. Mike is currently completing a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute.

As an artist and therapist I strive to provide a space that is creative but also safe for clients to explore emotions and challenges. Often unexpressed emotions are at the heart of symptoms and behaviors.Through creative expression art can allow movement and openings for healing and growth to occur. I specialize in children and families but I am open to work with any individuals that wish to explore transitions through art. Violet Hive Art Therapy & Healing was formed with the intention of making healing and art more accessible. The process involved in making art holds infinite possibilities for healing. With that in mind our mission is to help our clients recognize their strengths, overcome challenges and move forward through creative expression.

I combine the science of Western psychology with the wisdom of Eastern and Western spiritual traditions (for details see the website).

I consider my clients as being whole. You are not broken, you are facing a temporary challenge, there is a solution, and I'll help you find it.

If you are experiencing a challenging time with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD/trauma, conflicts in relationships, existential anxiety or you are feeling stuck in your spiritual work, there is something that is disrupting your sense of wholeness and balance that needs to be addressed.

In my work with you, I'll bring a warm human connection, a compassionate heart, and presence as a guide and companion, and a deep commitment to mindfulness.

Specialties: depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, anger management, relationship conflicts, men's issues, and spirituality