About Us
Learn more about our founder and approach.
Meet Our Founder
Mike Wiley Jr. is a licensed therapist and mental performance coach with over a decade of experience in the counseling and sports psychology fields.
Prior to founding MadeMind, he was the Director of Mental Skills and Performance for the NFL’s Chicago Bears.
Mike believes wellness is rooted in mindfulness and intentional living. MadeMind is the natural progression of this philosophy. As our head therapist and mental coach, he helps his clients overcome personal their obstacles and improve professional performance.
Outside work, Mike enjoys spending time with his family, sports, exercise, reading, traveling, and learning history about different cultures.
Credentials
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in IL
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in GA
M.A. Counseling, Specialization in Sport & Health Psychology, Adler University
B.S. Psychology, Washington State University
Learn Our Values
Mission
We are dedicated to providing high-quality therapy and coaching services tailored to help professionals from all backgrounds excel in life, sports, and career.
Vision
We envision a world where people confidently navigate life’s challenges with confidence, purpose, and resilience.
Philosophy
Our core values—Mindfulness, Empathy, and Alignment—shape our commitment to delivering practical, client-centered services in a space it is safe to grow while learning to apply new lessons in real time.
“You don’t have to see the whole staircase. Just the first step.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.