Michael Mithoefer

Michael Mithoefer is a psychiatrist and clinical researcher based in Asheville, North Carolina, with a research office in Charleston, South Carolina.12 He is a prominent figure in the field of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD treatment.13

Dr. Mithoefer completed his medical education at the Medical University of South Carolina and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Trinity College-Hartford.5 He is board-certified in Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, and Internal Medicine.12

Professional Experience

Dr. Mithoefer has been involved in groundbreaking research on MDMA-assisted psychotherapy since 2000.13 He and his wife Annie have conducted several clinical trials testing this therapy for PTSD, including:

• The first MAPS-sponsored Phase II clinical trial for crime-related PTSD1
• Studies with military veterans, firefighters, and police officers13
• A pilot study treating couples1

Currently, Dr. Mithoefer serves as the Senior Medical Director for Medical Affairs, Training and Supervision at MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (MAPS PBC).2 He is also overseeing multisite Phase III studies of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy in the United States, Europe, and Israel.46

Additional Qualifications

• Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina14
• Affiliate Assistant Professor at MUSC and Clinical Assistant Professor at Columbia University1
• Certified Holotropic Breathwork Facilitator23
• Trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems Therapy23
• Nearly 30 years of experience treating trauma patients2

Before specializing in psychiatry, Dr. Mithoefer practiced emergency medicine for ten years and served as medical director of the Charleston County and Georgetown County Emergency Departments.2