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Michael Gardiner Bayer (born September 19, 1979) known as “Coach Mike” is a professional personal development coach who has changed the lives[peacock term] of numerous families, executives, and artists by empowering them to break free of destructive patterns and cycles. He is chief executive officer (CEO) and founder of CAST Centers. Bayer is also an expert contributor to the Dr. Phil show.
Early life
Bayer was born in Long Beach, California, the son of Ronald Bayer and Aina Gardiner. He grew up with his older brother David, and older sister Katie in Orange County, CA. He graduated from Mater Dei High School, a co-educational secondary school in Santa Ana, California in 1999. He was a basketball player for Mater Dei High School.[1][2]
Education and early career
Bayer received his B.S. in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, Minnesota in 2003.[3] He was a California Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC II) as well as a Board Registered Interventionist (BRI II). Bayer completed his residency at the Hazelden Foundation. He was a Resident Advisor at Twin Town Treatment Centers, working the night shifts. Afterward, Bayer spent five years in the field, becoming one of the leading interventionists in the country.[4] He has conducted over one thousand interventions.
Career
In 2006, Bayer founded CAST Centers, a treatment center based in West Hollywood, CA, that provides a network of professional support – including doctors, psychologists, counselors, and instructors – to help clients heal and improve their mental health, emotional health, and overall well-being. His company offers wellness services including but not limited to anxiety, depression, addiction, bipolar disorder, trauma/PTSD and dual-diagnosis.[5][6]
A little more than a decade later, in 2017, Bayer was inspired[peacock term] to continue promoting his message of living the best version of one's self, therefore creating the CAST Foundation. The CAST Foundation, is a 501(c)3 that raises awareness to promote cultural and social changes to de-stigmatize mental health issues. Through the CAST Foundation, Bayer has been able to organize free events before a concert that brings fans a safe space to hear an inspiring story and receive help.[7] In April 2018, Bayer, also known as “Coach Mike”, became a regular expert contributor to the Dr. Phil show. He also joins the Dr. Phil Advisory Board, consisting of accomplished and respected[peacock term] healthcare professionals in the country.[8][9]
Approach
With the belief that we all have the answers and power to change within ourselves, Bayer guides his clients with a blend of exploration and problem-solving strategies, thereby challenging and encouraging them to live the lives they desire.[10][peacock term]
References
- ^ Schaben, Al (March 16, 1999). "Mike Bayer, Mater Dei High School". Getty Images. Getty images. Retrieved April 18, 2018.
- ^ Henderson, Martin (March 21, 1999). "Fremont Gets Away From Mater Dei". Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles Times. Retrieved April 18, 2018.