Mike Breske, PhD

Counselor Faculty

Licensure/Certifications:

  • Licensed Psychologist, State of California, PSY 35739

Academic Training:

  • Master of Science in Education (MSE), Sport & Exercise Psychology, University of Kansas (2016)
  • Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri (2023)

Internships:

  • Pre-doctoral Internship: University of Missouri Counseling Center
  • Post-doctoral Fellowship: Stanford University Athletics Dept.

Professional Affiliations:

  • Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP); Clinical/Counseling Sport Psychology Association (CCSPA)

Areas of Special Interests:

  • Clinical Areas: college and career transitions, relationships, emotional regulation, mental skills training, Men & masculinity, and disordered eating
  • Populations: Early adults; LGBTQIA+; Men; Student-athletes.

Theoretical Orientation:

  • Primarily practice Acceptance and commitment therapy ("Act") from a multicultural lens, with emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion.
  • Integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Process Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Other Information:

  • Mike enjoys working with college students in any phase of life, as pursuing higher education is often a time of many transitions and opportunities for growth