Mike Duncan, Psy.D. (he/him)

  • Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, School of Medicine

Biography

Mike Duncan, Psy.D. (he/him), is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and a licensed psychologist in the OHSU Resident and Faculty Wellness Program. He earned his B.A. in psychology at the University of Colorado at Boulder and his M.S. and Psy.D. in clinical psychology at Pacific University. He has conducted research on risk and protective factors in LGB youth and on the relation between internalized sexual prejudice and sense of belonging in LGB graduate students.

Dr. Duncan's clinical interests include mitigating stress and burnout, work-life balance, identity development and authenticity, sexuality and sexual orientation, challenges in relationships, and navigating major life transitions. His therapeutic approach focuses on existential therapy and mindfulness.  This includes exploring questions of existence, identity, and meaning with the goal of moving toward more fulfilling and meaningful lives lived with vulnerability and authenticity.  With mindfulness, we find the present moment, cultivate non-judgmental observation of our internal and external lives, and learn grounding in our physical bodies.  He also integrates cognitive-behavioral interventions as indicated.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.A., 2008, University of Colorado
    • Psy.D., 2016, Pacific University School of Professional Psychology
  • Internship

    • Psychology Intern, Chehalem Youth and Family Services, 2016

Areas of interest

  • Existential psychology, relational therapy, CBT, and mindfulness

Publications