Craig Olienyk
About Craig Olienyk
Craig Olienyk is a mental health professional and adjunct instructor at Southern Arkansas University, dedicated to improving the world through interpersonal adventures. He has extensive experience in various mental health roles and holds multiple degrees in counseling and psychology.
Work at Methodist Family Health
Craig Olienyk has been employed as a Mental Health Professional at Methodist Family Health since 2021. In this role, he provides mental health counseling services in Fayetteville, Arkansas. His experience includes working as a Contract Mental Health Professional at the same organization from 2019 to 2020. Olienyk's background in various mental health roles enhances his contributions to the organization.
Education and Expertise
Craig Olienyk holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling from Southern Arkansas University, completed in 2017. He also earned a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Arkansas in 2018. Additionally, he has a Master of Science in Community Counseling from John Brown University, achieved in 2011. His academic background is complemented by certifications in Theraplay Level 1 and AutPlay, as well as training in EMDR, a psychotherapy technique.
Background
Craig Olienyk has a diverse professional background in mental health. He began his career as a Mental Health Para-Professional at Bost, Inc. from 2011 to 2015. He later served as a Graduate Assistant and Counseling Intern at Southern Arkansas University. His experience also includes roles such as ArkSTART Coordinator for Partners For Inclusive Communities and Community Supports Director at ICM, Inc. His career reflects a commitment to supporting individuals with mental health needs.
Teaching Experience
Since 2020, Craig Olienyk has been an Adjunct Instructor at Southern Arkansas University, teaching graduate courses online. His teaching role allows him to share his knowledge and experience in mental health counseling with students. This position builds on his previous experience as a Graduate Assistant, where he contributed to the academic environment at the university.
Personal Interests
In his free time, Craig Olienyk enjoys outdoor adventures, gardening, landscaping, and traveling. He values perpetual learning and dedicates time to family. His personal interests reflect a balanced lifestyle that complements his professional commitments in mental health.