Childhood & Education Michael Olson was born and raised just outside of Marysville, Washington. He grew up the fifth of six children to committed, Christian parents who raised him to love God, work hard, enjoy life, and be real with people. Michael graduated from Marysville-Pilchuck High School in 1978, and completed his doctorate in 1986. - Western Conservative Baptist Seminary; Portland, OR.
Ph.D. Clinical Counseling Psychology (1986).
M.A. Clinical Counseling Psychology (1984). - Western Washington University; Bellingham, WA.
B.A. Psychology (1982). - Judson Baptist College; Portland, OR.
A.S. Liberal Arts (1980).
Community Involvement Dr. Olson is committed to positive community involvement and leadership. He dedicates a significant proportion of his time to church, community, and professional service. For nine years he served as the Junior High Leader at Edgewood Baptist Church (1986-1995).
Family Michael married his wife, Khyra, were married in 1982. They remain happily together with their two children. | | Professional Achievements Dr. Olson has maintained a thriving private practice as a psychologist since 1988. He worked as Clinical Director at Northwest Family Life in Seattle, WA from January, 1997 until March of 2000 when he returned to private practice. Specialty areas include domestic violence, dissociative disorders and working with teens. Career Psychologist: Private Practice (WA License #1263)
--Mountlake Terrace, WA (7/00 - present).
--Edmonds, WA (1/96 - 7/00).
--At CRISTA Counseling Svc; Seattle, WA (8/88 - 12/95). Clinical Director
--Northwest Family Life; Seattle, WA (3/97 - 2/00). Counselor
--Lynnwood Counseling Center; Lynnwood, WA (11/86 - 8/88). Adjunct Professor
--Western Conservative Baptist Seminary; Portland, OR "Counseling in Ministry" (Spring 1993).
Associations Christian Association for Psychological Studies.
--Clinical Member, 1987.
--Board Representative, 1991 - 1997. Washington State Psychological Association.
--Clinical Member, 1999.
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