Elaine Olson was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, where she studied engineering, working in the oil and gas industry for several years. After marrying and starting her family, Elaine, her husband and children moved to Toronto, Uganda, Poland and finally London, Ontario, where she has invested 20 years into many aspects of social development and assistance.
During the past 20 years of involvement in the lives of people and their situations, Elaine has earned several degrees and certifications including an Adult Teaching Certification from Seneca College, a Bachelor of Theology Degree (B.Th.) from the Canada Christian College, a Master's Degree in Counseling (M.C.C.) from the Canada Christian College and a Doctorate Degree in Philosophy and Counseling (Ph.D.) from the California State Christian University.
Elaine is a full-time mental health professional with a private practice in Ilderton, Ontario. She holds membership in the following recognized mental health organizations;
Working extensively with professional organizations, churches and non-profit ministries, Elaine has developed and facilitated programs for training professionals, staff and parishioners. Her effective presentation, personal approach and humorous insight to life have made her a popular speaker on many counseling related topics.
Elaine has been married for 23 years and has three daughters.
EO Advocacy
Elaine Olson, Ph.D. is an active women's advocate locally, nationally and internationally. Elaine is committed to building connections and becoming a link in the vital exchange of knowledge, expertise and support. Elaine has strategically shaken hands with several organizations for the collective benefit of all.
"In a compassionate, non-judgemental way, Elaine has established strong and trusting relationships with our clients, helping them address their deeply rooted emotional needs. We've been so privileged to partner with Elaine."
Lori Bethel, Director,
London Crisis Pregnancy Center
"Elaine has worked closely with us at Girls Heart Point to counsel to the girls and mothers today. Her discernment, knowledge of the culture and wisdom has always been right on."
Onalee Mitchell, Director,
Girls Heart Point Ministry
"Linking arms with those of like vision and purpose strengthens our own weak areas. The health of our families, organizations and communities depends on it."
Girls Heart Point
Some of the hardest realities girls face right now are the powerful and negative messages designed to affect what they believe about their worth and destiny. Because of these messages, young girls often become so disappointed in their own body image and self worth, that they indulge in harmful activities in an attempt to mask their frustration and pain. As an executive member of Girls Heart Point, Elaine provides knowledge and experience to help build an alternate message or truth, real identity and destiny. www.girlsheartpoint.ca
London Crisis Pregnancy Center
Recognizing the need to defend the cause of the weak and fatherless, and to defend the rights of the poor and oppressed, Elaine has built a connection with the London Crisis Pregnancy Center providing practical counsel to their clients in distress because of an unplanned pregnancy. It has been my pure privilege to support young women in a crisis situation. I'm all about women helping women!" www.loncpc.ca
Lay Counselor Training
Many local organizations have tapped into Elaine's counseling expertise to help train and mentor their volunteers who find themselves in counseling situations. "Investing in volunteers is a win/win situation. The organization receives more skilled help, the volunteer feels and is more useful. The enjoyment of volunteering doubles."
Mentoring Women Leaders
"If I can duplicate my strengths into upcoming leaders, I have become more personally effective." Leadership development and mentoring is a road Elaine is committed to travel. Taking on two or three emerging leaders each year, Elaine invests her time into the lives of young women, helping them to become the influencers they were meant to be.
International Advocacy
Over the past 15 years, Elaine has supported social issues abroad. She has worked extensively in Poland and Uganda, teaching, training and developing programs as part of her vision to support ongoing social initiatives internationally.
During the past 20 years of involvement in the lives of people and their situations, Elaine has earned several degrees and certifications including an Adult Teaching Certification from Seneca College, a Bachelor of Theology Degree (B.Th.) from the Canada Christian College, a Master's Degree in Counseling (M.C.C.) from the Canada Christian College and a Doctorate Degree in Philosophy and Counseling (Ph.D.) from the California State Christian University.
Elaine is a full-time mental health professional with a private practice in Ilderton, Ontario. She holds membership in the following recognized mental health organizations;
- Counselor and Psychotherapist - Ontario Association of Consultants, Counselors, Psychometrics and Psychotherapists (O.A.C.C.P.P.)
- Certified Psychotherapist and Counselor - D-C.P.C with the E.O.C.P.C.
- Certified Marriage Counselor - C.M.C. with the E.O.C.P.C.
Working extensively with professional organizations, churches and non-profit ministries, Elaine has developed and facilitated programs for training professionals, staff and parishioners. Her effective presentation, personal approach and humorous insight to life have made her a popular speaker on many counseling related topics.
Elaine has been married for 23 years and has three daughters.
EO Advocacy
Elaine Olson, Ph.D. is an active women's advocate locally, nationally and internationally. Elaine is committed to building connections and becoming a link in the vital exchange of knowledge, expertise and support. Elaine has strategically shaken hands with several organizations for the collective benefit of all.
"In a compassionate, non-judgemental way, Elaine has established strong and trusting relationships with our clients, helping them address their deeply rooted emotional needs. We've been so privileged to partner with Elaine."
Lori Bethel, Director,
London Crisis Pregnancy Center
"Elaine has worked closely with us at Girls Heart Point to counsel to the girls and mothers today. Her discernment, knowledge of the culture and wisdom has always been right on."
Onalee Mitchell, Director,
Girls Heart Point Ministry
"Linking arms with those of like vision and purpose strengthens our own weak areas. The health of our families, organizations and communities depends on it."
Girls Heart Point
Some of the hardest realities girls face right now are the powerful and negative messages designed to affect what they believe about their worth and destiny. Because of these messages, young girls often become so disappointed in their own body image and self worth, that they indulge in harmful activities in an attempt to mask their frustration and pain. As an executive member of Girls Heart Point, Elaine provides knowledge and experience to help build an alternate message or truth, real identity and destiny. www.girlsheartpoint.ca
London Crisis Pregnancy Center
Recognizing the need to defend the cause of the weak and fatherless, and to defend the rights of the poor and oppressed, Elaine has built a connection with the London Crisis Pregnancy Center providing practical counsel to their clients in distress because of an unplanned pregnancy. It has been my pure privilege to support young women in a crisis situation. I'm all about women helping women!" www.loncpc.ca
Lay Counselor Training
Many local organizations have tapped into Elaine's counseling expertise to help train and mentor their volunteers who find themselves in counseling situations. "Investing in volunteers is a win/win situation. The organization receives more skilled help, the volunteer feels and is more useful. The enjoyment of volunteering doubles."
Mentoring Women Leaders
"If I can duplicate my strengths into upcoming leaders, I have become more personally effective." Leadership development and mentoring is a road Elaine is committed to travel. Taking on two or three emerging leaders each year, Elaine invests her time into the lives of young women, helping them to become the influencers they were meant to be.
International Advocacy
Over the past 15 years, Elaine has supported social issues abroad. She has worked extensively in Poland and Uganda, teaching, training and developing programs as part of her vision to support ongoing social initiatives internationally.
Author / Columnist
Elaine has written articles and comments that have been featured in newsletters and magazines nationally. Read her thoughts on these topics.
The Best Question Ever
The Place of Perfect Peace
Faithful Ways
Nurturing Your Child's Potential
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"It has been my privilege to know Dr. Elaine Olson for several years and have had the opportunity to work together with her on many occasions. I
have a tremendously high level of respect for Elaine not only as a
ministry professional but also as a person on the whole."
Reverend Greg Wyton,
New Hope Community Church
have a tremendously high level of respect for Elaine not only as a
ministry professional but also as a person on the whole."
Reverend Greg Wyton,
New Hope Community Church