Michael A. Dekker D.O.
Psychiatry
Recognized for his compassionate, innovative care—evidenced by patient testimonials highlighting life-changing outcomes—Dr. Dekker also contributes to correctional healthcare, substance use disorder treatment in justice settings, and licensing board support for healthcare professionals. Additionally, I perform FAA HIMS evaluations.
Industry: Health Services
Affiliations:
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Member
Member
American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
Member
Member
Career Accomplisments
Dr. Michael Dekker, D.O., a double board-certified general and addiction psychiatrist, has reached a transformative pinnacle in his distinguished career by transitioning to private practice
About:
Michael Dekker, D.O. is a double board-certified general and addiction psychiatrist with over 15 years of clinical leadership, based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Renowned for his integrative approach to substance use disorders, psychiatric conditions, and professional impairment, Dr. Dekker delivers cutting-edge outpatient care through a suite of services including medication management, psychotherapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) powered by his proprietary ExoMIND protocols.
As a founding force behind the Arizona Professionals Health Program (arizonaphp.net), Dr. Dekker provides high-stakes evaluations, tailored treatment plans, and discreet support for healthcare professionals navigating licensing challenges or addiction recovery. His cash-pay model is designed for executives, C-suite leaders, and mobile patients seeking personalized, high-performance care—anchored by the evidence-based Dekker Formula for Executive Optimization, a strategic framework for enhancing cognitive clarity, emotional resilience, and professional longevity.
Dr. Dekker also serves as an expert witness in addiction-related legal cases and champions telehealth innovations aligned with interstate licensure compacts, expanding access to elite psychiatric care across state lines.
Industry: Health Services
Current Organization: Arizona Professionals Health Program
Specialty: Addiction , Psychiatry
Honors & Awards: Academic Contributions
Affiliations: American Society of Addiction Medicine, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry,
Family: Spouse, Raysenia James, D.O.,
Website: https://www.arizonaphp.net/
Career
(2024 Present)
Arizona Professionals Health Program
Addiction Psychiatrist
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Professional honors and awards
(2025)
Academic Contributions
Dr. Michael Dekker, D.O., a double board-certified general and addiction psychiatrist based in Scottsdale, Arizona, has distinguished himself as a prolific educator whose academic contributio
(2025)
High Patient Satisfaction Ratings
Dr. Michael Dekker, D.O., a double board-certified general and addiction psychiatrist in Scottsdale, Arizona, has earned exceptional patient satisfaction ratings, reflecting his profound impa
(2014)
Boston University Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship
While not an award per se, completion of this competitive fellowship reflects advanced training and specialization in addiction psychiatry, positioning Dr. Dekker among a select group of dual
(2013)
Ruth Fox Scholar
In 2013, Dr. Michael Dekker was selected as a Ruth Fox Scholar, joining a distinguished cohort of early-career physicians at ASAM’s Med-Sci Conference in Chicago. His selection reflected a de
Education Level: D.O.
Institute Name: Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Location: United States of America
Psychiatric
Education Level: Residency
Institute Name: Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona,
Location: United States of America
Addiction Psychiatry
Education Level: Fellowship
Institute Name: Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts
Location: United States of America
2025
Academic Contributions
Since 2003, Dr Dekker has been providing academic lectures and discussions
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Vital Statistics
Date of Birth
1980-06-28
Gender
Place of Birth
Chicago, Illinois,United States of America
Marital Status
Married
Parents
Father Name
Anthony Dekker, D.O.
Mother Name
Patricia Roe, DNP, PsyD
Ancestry
Michael Dekker, D.O., is the son of Dr. Anthony Dekker, a distinguished osteopathic physician known for his contributions to integrative medicine and public health, and Dr. Patricia Roe, a cl