Gary J. Oliver
Th.M. Ph.D.
License and Certificates
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License Professional Counselor
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
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Professor of Psychology and Practical Theology
Educational Background
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B.A. Biola University
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M.Div. Talbot Theological Seminary
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Th.M. Fuller Theological Seminary
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M.A. in Psychology University of Nebraska in Lincoln
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Ph.D. in Psychology University of Nebraska in Lincoln
Professional Experience
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40 years of counseling experience
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12 years as Clinical Director of large non-profit counseling center
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Nationwide teaching ministry for over 35 years
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Author of over 20 books and 350 articles
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30 years as university & seminary professor
Bio
Dr. Oliver is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Professor of Psychology and Practical Theology, and holds the Gary J. Oliver Endowed Chair of Marriage, Family & Relationships at John Brown University. For 24 years, he served as the Founding Executive Director of The Center for Healthy Relationships. His five earned degrees include an M. Div. from Talbot Seminary, a Th.M. from Fuller Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Nebraska— Lincoln. He is a Clinical Member & Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). He also serves on the Executive Board of the American Association for Christian Counseling (AACC).
He has authored over 20 books and 350 professional and popular articles. He has spoken and provided professional training nationally and internationally, including speaking to over one million men in live venues for Promise Keepers.
Gary teaches, trains, and consults with church and parachurch ministries, community organizations, corporations, seminaries, Christian colleges, and universities nationally and internationally to strengthen relationships.