Adaeze Okafor
@adaezeokafor
Licensed psychologist specializing in developmental, mental health, and substance abuse support.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated psychologist with training in developmental psychology and hands-on experience across clinical and community settings. I provide counseling, psychological evaluation, and therapy aimed at helping clients gain clarity, navigate challenges, and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
My professional experience includes roles as a Mental Health Therapist, Developmental Psychologist, and Behavioral Health Coach where I delivered counseling, managed care for older adults, supported families, and addressed learning disabilities and substance use disorders.
I have supported vulnerable populations through program work and certificates focused on community organizing and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, and I actively apply evidence-based approaches in clinical practice to improve client outcomes.
I communicate fluently in English and Igbo, with limited working proficiency in French, and I welcome opportunities to collaborate with organizations that prioritize compassionate, client-centered mental health care and community impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Behavioral Health Coach
Intellect
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Provide behavioral coaching and mental health support to clients, facilitating coping strategies and recovery pathways through individualized interventions and evidence-based techniques.
Mental Health Therapist
TranqBay
Jan 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 8 months)
Delivered therapeutic interventions and counseling to clients, managing cases and supporting recovery across diverse mental health presentations over a 1 year 9 month period.
Developmental Psychologist
University College Hospital, Ibadan
Mar 2022 - May 2022 (2 months)
Analyzed lifespan social, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional changes; provided counseling for elderly care and developmental disorder management and supported investigations of abuse and neglect.
Administrative Assistant
Beckley Eye Care Ltd.
May 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years 3 months)
Managed executive correspondence and appointments, supported patient psychological evaluation and counseling, and ensured high-quality customer service and administrative coordination.
Civic Education Teacher
Ogini Grammar School
Jan 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Developed and adapted lesson plans to meet curriculum standards, managed diverse student abilities, assessed student development, and maintained a safe learning environment.
Student Intern
Therapeutic Day Care Center
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Supported therapeutic activities and assisted in patient care within a day care mental health setting during a short-term internship.
Student Intern
Memphis Neurosurgery Hospital
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Assisted clinical teams with patient care and observations in a neurosurgery hospital setting during a brief internship.
Student Intern
Enugu State Psychiatric Centre
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Participated in psychiatric patient assessments and supported therapeutic interventions as part of clinical training during a short-term internship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Ibadan
Master of Science, Developmental Psychology
Completed a Master of Science in Developmental Psychology focused on lifespan developmental issues and therapeutic interventions.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
2012 - 2016
Bachelor of Science in Psychology covering core psychological theory, assessment, and counseling practices from September 2012 to January 2016.
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