Michael Chunyk

Michael Chunyk, MSW, LICSW has a diverse work experience in the field of social work. Michael is currently the President of Operations & Co-Founder at Advance Psychotherapy Practice. In addition, they serve as an Adjunct Professor at Springfield College School of Social Work.

Previously, Michael worked at RIVER VALLEY COUNSELING CENTER, INC as a Program Manager and Therapist, where they specialized in treating trauma in men with PTSD. Michael also coordinated the Men's Project, providing services to under-served male populations struggling with trauma and other mental health issues.

Before that, they were the Director of Public Relations at Lorraine's Soup Kitchen, where they coordinated marketing strategies to maximize donor and volunteer function. Michael also maintained an online and social presence to promote funding for the non-profit organization.

Michael also had a role as an Executive Director at Lorraine's Soup Kitchen & Pantry, where they planned and developed program services according to community needs and sought funding through grant applications and RFPs. Michael also built community awareness efforts to increase support for the organization.

Earlier in their career, they served as an MSW Intern at Tapestry, conducting mental health therapy and harm reduction outreach projects for IV drug users and populations at risk for infectious diseases. Michael also developed group curriculum in collaboration with clients to empower disenfranchised Latinx clients through photography and art.

Michael Chunyk, MSW, LICSW completed their Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the Springfield College School of Social Work from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Westfield State University from 2001 to 2003. Michael began their educational journey at Holyoke Community College, where they earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Human Services, General from 1999 to 2001.