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Mindtation was founded by Dr. Michael Oliver and Dr. Deborah Daiek, guided by the Five Touchstones: Meditation, Mindfulness, Breathwork, Sound, and Intuition. Rooted in these practices, Mindtation offers transformative support for those seeking more joy, clarity, and purpose in their lives. These Touchstones help open the door to synchronicities and opportunities that elevate everyday living.
Mindtation offers private Sound Sessions with Deborah, Insight Sessions with Michael, and a vibrant online community—The Mindtation Collaborative—designed to support, connect, and uplift individuals in transition. It’s a space for those ready to experience their best life ever, using the power of community to reach their goals and live the life they truly desire.
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Meet the Founders
A shared mission to help you live with a full heart and clear mind.
Dr. Michael Oliver
CEO/President of Mindtation
Dr. Michael Oliver holds a Ph.D. in Instructional Technology, is a licensed professional counselor, and a master-certified corporate trainer. As co-founder of Mindtation, he partners with Dr. Deborah Daiek to champion practices that cultivate full-hearted living and mental clarity. Together, they empower individuals to achieve greater balance, joy, and insight in their lives.
Michael’s academic and professional journey includes significant contributions to corporate leadership and higher education. He is also at the forefront of Insight Specialization—a pioneering field focused on unlocking deeper levels of personal awareness and professional excellence. His work continues to shape the future of self-development and transformative learning.
Dr. Deborah Daiek
VP of Mindtation and Vibrational Sound Therapist
Deborah earned her Ph.D. in Instructional Technology (emphasis on learning theories) and has dedicated her career to blending instructional technology with holistic wellness. She served as the Dean of Education Programs and Learning Support Services at Schoolcraft College which earned her the National Outstanding Developmental Educator Award. When she retired from the College in 2017, she earned a teaching certificate in mindfulness training and meditation.
In 2019, she became a certified and licensed Vibrational Sound Therapist through the National Vibrational Sound Association, VSA. As she did while serving at Schoolcraft, she continues to promote the integration of humanistic and mindfulness skills in her work. She is the co-founder of Mindtation. Along with her colleague, Dr. Michael Oliver, they promote strategies that teach others to live with full hearts and clear minds. In addition to providing individualized sound bowl therapy sessions, and group sound baths, she also teaches workshops and classes in meditation, mindfulness and breathing.
The Five Touchstones
Shared practices that empower transformation and support the life you truly desire.
Meditation
Train the mind to have focus and clarity on your chosen attention.
Mindfulness
Maintain awareness of your body, thoughts, feelings, and environment.
Breath
Breathe with intention to experience physical and mental health benefits.
Intuition
Become more aware and trusting of that "gut feeling" presence at any moment.
Sound
Experience sound and frequency alignments to help your overall health.