Focus:

Continued research, publication, presentation, and application regarding the concepts of Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality in order to contribute to the promotion of the health and wellbeing of "selves and systems."

Activities:

Daily provision of 6 hours of direction, counseling, and psychotherapy services.

Daily engagement in research and publication regarding Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality.

Daily interaction with other professionals in the local community regarding my research and practice.

Weekly teaching of graduate level psychology and counseling students in the capacity of Adjunct Professor.

Weekly provision of supervision and consultation services to associate clinicians and counseling trainees.

Weekly efforts to intervene with situations of need via The Saint Michael Relief Fund.

Monthly seminars, presentations, and/or retreats presenting the findings and applications of my research.

Statement on Non-Discrimination

Neither this Practice, Institute, nor Charity endorses in any way any elitest or totalist mindsets that claim superiority and/or dominance over the personal freedom and/or individual conscience of any person. The essential teaching of Faith is LOVE, and to love another is to see beyond their race, nationality, religion, or political alignments.

Hence, while we will INSIST on holding fast to the moral and ethical understandings of the natural law, we will not disciminate on the basis of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, or political alignment. All are the children of God, all are welcome, and all are loved.

Dr. Mik Ludwig, PhD CV >

Dr. Mik Ludwig is a psychotherapist, author, and humanitarian whose work focuses upon research, publication, presentation, and application regarding the concepts of Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality in order to contribute to the promotion of the health and wellbeing of "selves and systems."

As a psychotherapist, he owns a thriving private practice where he provides positively oriented, scientifically integrative, and spiritually sensitive direction, counseling, and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.

As an author, Dr. Mik provides research, publication, and presentation regarding the the concepts of Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality via the Institute for Integrative Counseling & Psychotherapy.

As a Humanitarian, he serves as founder and administrator of The Saint Michael Relief Fund, a charitable effort that responds to international, domestic, and local disasters and/or crises with financial aid and/or direct service interventions.

Dr. Mik's preparation for these endeavors has included undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate education in theology (GTh), behavioral science/psychology (BS), counseling (MS), and counselor education and supervision (PhD). He is also a veteran of the military and regional police service.

Dr. Mik’s academic honors include graduations magna cum laude, cum laude, and summa cum laude respectively, as well as lifetime memberships within Psi Chi, the National Honor Society for Psychology, and Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit National Honor Society.

He is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor, and he holds/has held memberships within the American Psychological Association (APA), The American Counseling Association (ACA), and many other psychological and social science organizations.

As Psychotherapist:

"I know that when I refer a parishioner to Dr. Mik s/he will receive guidance that is based upon good clinical psychology and sound moral theology." ~ Fr. B.

"Dr. Mik journeyed with me through the darkest time in my life, and with his help, I made it through into the Light. Words cannot express the gratitude I feel." ~ Mrs. N.

"Our son thought Dr. Mik was "cool", and this made it easier for him to talk about his problems and find solutions. Dr. Mik really knows how to relate to people of all shapes and sizes." ~ Mr. & Mrs. C.

"I did not want to, and did not feel that I needed to go to counseling. Once I began working with Dr. Mik, I realized why I needed to be there. Since then, there have been incredible changes in my self, and in my life." ~ Mr. K.

"I did not know what to do when my husband began gambling and drinking uncontrollably. Divorce seemed like the only option, but then Dr. Mik became involved. My Husband's transformation has been almost unbelievable!" ~ Mrs. G

As Author:

"Dr. Mik Ludwig is a bright researcher and a gifted therapist. I am proud to know him as a colleague, and I make referrals to him often." Dr. N.

"Dr. Mik is truly blessed with the gift of words. His writings confront yet comfort, reveal yet refresh, and expose yet empower." ~ Dr. C.

"When I need focus or clarity, I read Dr. Mik's Blog or one of his "sayings". I have yet to be disappointed." ~ Mr. J.

As Humanitarian:

"I am confident that my donations to the Saint Michael Relief Fund are in good hands and will be used in the most productive manner possible. May God continue to bless your efforts! ~ Mr. J. 

"Your kindness will never be forgotten. Thank-you so much for "stepping in" when so many have "stepped out." Saint Michael the Archangel, Pray for us!" ~ Mrs. Y.

"Thank-you to Dr. Mik and your Charity Fund for making Christmas possible for us. When things were looking dark, you gave us hope and Light. God Bless You." ~ Mrs. R.

My psycho-spiritual reflections can be read at:

The Forensic Theologist: Integrating Scientific Psychology and Rational Spirituality in Theory and Praxis

OBJECTIVE:

Continued research, publication, presentation, and application regarding the concepts of Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality in order to contribute to the promotion of the health and wellbeing of "selves and systems."

ACADEMIC PREPARATION:

Ph.D. in Counseling, Loyola University Maryland
Concentration: Counselor Education and Supervision

M.S. in Counseling, Loyola College in Maryland
Concentration: Clinical Pastoral Counseling

M.A. studies in Psychoanalysis. The Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis
Concentration: Modern Psychoanalysis

B.S. in Behavioral Science and Psychology, York College of Pennsylvania
Concentration: Clinical/Research Psychology

Diploma, Police Academy Graduate, Harrisburg Area Community College
Concentration: Police Science

Diploma, Graduate of Theology, Full Gospel Bible Institute, Coatesville, PA
Concentration: Biblical Theology

Diploma, Texas State Board of Education
Concentration: High School Studies

Attended Red Lion Area School District, Red Lion, PA
Concentration: Elementary and Middle School Studies

RESEARCH SKILLS:

• Utilized both quantitative and qualitative statistical analysis programs

• Qualitative analysis with specialization in analytical Thomism and "pure" phenomenology

• Psycho-theoretical survey and formulation

RESEARCH PUBLISHED, SUBMITTED OR IN PREPARATION:

Dissertation: Constructing the Masculine Crucible: A Hermeneutic Phenomenology Christian Men in Deconstruction and Re-Integration

Books: Optimal Psychology: The Integrative Psychotherapist in Theory and Praxis(Academic - In Process)

Journey to Wholeness: Psychospiritual Perspectives on Emotional Health and Wellbeing (Self Help - In Process)

Articles: The Constituents of a Pastoral Approach to Direction, Counseling and Psychotherapy.

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:

Helping Helpers: A Brief Seminar Addressing Teacher Burn-out, Compassion Fatigue, and Spiritual Crisis. Presented on 21 August 2008 at Precious Blood Spiritual Center, Columbia, PA.

Freemasonry: What Catholics Need to Know. Presented on 12 October 2006 at the Saint Patrick Cathedral Hall of the Knights of Columbus, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

LANGUAGES:

• Fluency in English

• Conversational in Spanish

• Familiarity with German and Latin

ACADEMIC HONORS:

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Loyola College in Maryland

• Alpha Sigma Nu, Jesuit National Honor Society, Lifetime Inductee

• Graduated Cum Laude, York College of Pennsylvania

• Psi Chi, National Honor Society for Psychology, Lifetime Inductee

• Departmental Honors, York College of Pennsylvania Behavioral Sciences Department

• Graduated Summa Cum Laude, Full Gospel Bible Institute

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Private Practice, Counseling & Psychotherapy, Red Lion, Pennsylvania (2006-Present)

The private practice of Life Direction, Solution-Focused Counseling, and Integrative Psychotherapy; providing supervision and consultation services to associate clinicians; and the publication and presentation of personal research regarding Optimal Mental Health, Integrative Healing Models, and Psychospirituality.

Capital Region Counseling Office of Catholic Charities, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (2005-2006)

Provided counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families as an outpatient psychotherapist. Treatment foci included psychotic, mood, personality, anxiety, adjustment, and co-occurring disorders.

Perry Point Veterans Hospital, Perry Point, Maryland (2005)

Served as a counseling and chaplain intern with Pastoral Care Services. Provided spiritual and psychological care to patients and their families via the modalities of pastoral care, counseling, and psychotherapy.

Philhaven Behavioral Health Services, Mount Gretna, PA (2004)

Provided in-patient direct care services as a member of an adult in-patient milieu team. Conducted 1:1 and group therapy sessions, managed behavioral crises and provided life space assistance to patients.

Professional Student (2000-2003)

Northeastern Regional Police, Mount Wolf, PA (1996-2000)

Served as an act 120 certified police officer with additional certifications as a field training officer (FTO), tactical officer, firearms instructor, tactical baton instructor, defensive tactics instructor and mountain bike officer. Special interest in police psychology and chaplaincy.

Professional Student (1994-1996)

Free Methodist Church of North America, Indianapolis, IN (1993-1994)

Served as a licensed/ordained minister and church planter for the denomination.

Full Gospel Assemblies International, Coatesville, PA (1992-1993)

Served in the office of Evangelist as an Itinerant Minister, and Guest Preacher for more than 40 churches of various denominations.

Eastside Assembly of God, York, PA (1990-1992)

Served as Pastor of Worship. Coordinated all aspects of the church’s praise and worship activities. Led services as song/praise leader. Assisted Senior Pastor with ministerial duties such as church management and pastoral care.

Provident Enterprises, Hellam, PA (1989-1990)

Served as a Resident Advisor and Shift Supervisor for an intermediate care residential facility. Responsible for an average of 5 staff and 20 residents of varying MH/MR diagnoses.

United States Army Military Police, U.S. and Abroad, (1985-1989)

Served as a Military Policeman, and Senior Military Customs Inspector with the 42nd Military Police (Customs) Battalion. Enforced United States Department of Agriculture, Drug Enforcement Administration and Customs laws and regulations.

CURRENT PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:

• Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Licensed Professional Counselor

• National Board of Certified Counselors, National Certified Counselor

• Loyola College in Maryland, 2 Basic and 2 Advanced Units of Clinical Pastoral Education

FORMER PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:

• American Counseling Association, Professional Member

• Association for Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling, Member

• Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Certified Guest Teacher

• Fraternal Order of Police, Member

• National Tactical Officer's Association, Certified Tactical Officer

• International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors, Certified Instructor

• Armament Systems and Procedures, Certified Expandable Baton Instructor

• International Association of Police Mountain Bike Officers, Certified Bike Patrol Officer

• Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Act 120 Certified Police Officer

PROFESSIONAL HONORS:

Police Commendations:

Chief's Commendation medal, Official's Commendation medal, Advanced Certification medal, Field Training Officer medal, Educational Achievement medal, Bike Patrol medal, Length of Service medal, and the Expert Marksman medal.

Military Commendations:

Army Commendation medal, 3 Army Achievement medals, Good Conduct medal, National Defense medal, NCOPD ribbon, 2 Overseas Service ribbons, and the Army Service ribbon.