He received his doctorate from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He has taught graduate psychology classes, presented at conferences, and conducted psychological research focusing on the dangers and inefficacy of using psychotropic medications to treat psychological distress. When practicing in California he formed the Full Spectrum Progressive Psychology Center an integrative intensive outpatient clinic in San Francisco based on somatic and medication-free principles dedicated to supporting the recovery of those experiencing severe psychological distress such as psychosis, chronic anxiety, depression, and addiction to illegal and prescription medications.