"Thank you from all of us at VSA arts NH for supporting our work to promote the creative power in people with disabilities."

 

"Thank you for a very successful conference. Your hard work is appreciated."

          

                          Follow Your Dreams Conference, NH Division of Behavioral Health

 

“Please save September 11-13 for coming to New York for our conference… you did an extraordinary job at the last one!”

 

                                                    Harvey Rosenthal, Director, NYAPRS, NY

 

“Feels great knowing that there are so many great musicians out there that know the stigma is really bad.  Peace to you,        

 

                                                    Ellen

 

“It is Mike Skinner’s lyrics that are most impressive; they tell the story of his life, pain, heartbreak, recovery, renewal.  Add to that his voice and guitar and you have a talent ready to explode!”

 

                                                    Gayle Bluebird, Director, Altered States of the Arts

 

“Mr. Skinner uses his music on two levels:  To entertain, and to speak out against the stigma of mental illness.”

                                                     Karen Dandurant, Seacoast On-Line

 

“Your music speaks to the heart of our experiences and gives inspiration for passing through stormy seas.  Great Music.”

 

                                                    Bob

 

“Your presence alone portrayed so much strength.  Your music is powerful.  I admire your strength to remain so open with yourself in your music.  You openness creates such a connection between you and your listeners.  It’s amazing!”

 

                                                    Stephanie, Philadelphia, PA

 

It’s wonderful having you on board!  Your input and insight are invaluable;  your feel for the work is natural.

 

                                                    Steve Bernstein, Director of Compassionate Connections

 

“You sounded awesome today.  Made me tear up a bit though.  Your music is so true to life.  Thanks for the hard work that you do, it’s great.”

 

“Michael Skinner, a survivor musician, was a godsend.”

 

                                                    Ellen K., Healing & Arts Studio, Boston, MA

 

“You are a prolific writer.”

 

                                                    Jacqui

 

“Your set was great.”

                                                    Chuck (Rust Never Sleeps)

 

“Thank you so much for sharing your experience, your talent and your spirit with us.  Your courage inspires and frees us all to embrace life and love as fully as possible.”

 

                                                    Peace & Warmth, Lucia

 

“You have been chosen for a very special purpose, as you continue to touch my heart every time I listen to “Katrina.”  I wish you blessings and light.”

 

                                                    Dotty Mae

 

“….your music is comforting to many of us.”

 

                                                    Love & miss you, Ann

 

“Michael Skinner has an extraordinary ability to convey his experiences as a child victim of un-thinkable abuse….However, the most compelling aspect of Michael’s story is the message of hope and strength he shares….He is a riveting speaker.”

 

                                                                                                    Linda Paquette, Acting Director

                                                    State of NH Division of Behavioral Health

 

“His courage to tell his story to help other victims is inspiring… This story will bring tears to your eyes, but they will be opened!”

                                                    Christine Dolan

                                                    Global Coalition to end Human Trafficking NOW

 

“Without you, this conference would not have been as successful as it was.”

 

                                                    Kristen Price, NewHope Healing Institute, Indianapolis, IN

 

“You made New Hampshire a better place for people with mental illness.”

 

                                                    Rick Sherman, President, NAMI-NH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASCAPLUS Award Recipient 2003-2004 and 2004-2005, 2007

 

May 2, 2004 R.E.A.C.H. has chosen Mike Skinner to be the recipient ot our 2004 MAKE A DIFFERENCE AWARD. This award is given annually to an individual who has worked hard to promote ending sexual violence. (R.E.A.C.H.- Rape Education and Crisis Hotline of Maine)

 

"Feel great knowing that there are so many great musicians out there that know the stigma is really bad". Peace to you,

Ellen

 

"It's wonderful having you on board! Your input and insight are invaluable; your feel for the work is natural."

Steve Bernstein, Director of Compassionate Connections

 

"I wanted to thank you for being one of my guests on HEALTH NEW HAMPSHIRE (television show). As expected, you did a great job and I hope we covered the important points. It was a pleasure to meet you and get to know you a bit."

Paul S. Boynton, VP, Easter Seals Society of NH

 

"You made New Hampshire a better place for people with mental illness"

Rick Sherman, President NAMI-NH

 

"Thank you for providing the entertainment portion of the 'RAINBOW OF HOPE' convention. You really lived up to the recommendations. We heard great comments from those participating"

Candy and Harold

 

"Thank you from all of us at VSA arts NH for supporting our work to promote the creative power in people with disabilities."

 

"Thank you for a very successful conference. Your hard work is appreciated."

Follow Your Dreams Conference, NH Division of Behavioral Health

 

".....Please save September 11-13 for coming to New York for our conference...you did an extraordinary job at the last one!"

Harvey Rosenthal, Director, NYAPRS, NY