COChidinma Okeke
@chidinmaokeke
Detail-oriented professional with experience in healthcare and research.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented and compassionate professional with a strong background in healthcare, research, and administrative coordination. My experience includes supporting therapy sessions, managing client communications, and ensuring service excellence. I am committed to applying trauma-informed care principles and cultural responsiveness in all my interactions.
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in scheduling, documentation, and customer service. As a Student Shadowing Intern at Affirmative Spaces LLC, I observed therapy sessions and assisted with client scheduling, while my role as a Head Sales Associate at Orangetheory Fitness allowed me to manage customer relations for over 150 clients. My research experience at the Lavender Lab involved participant recruitment and data management, contributing to important studies on minority stress.
In addition to my professional roles, I have volunteered at Humanity Assisted Living Services, providing care and emotional support to elderly residents. My academic journey at the University of Maryland has equipped me with a solid foundation in psychology, and I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences in a meaningful role that promotes wellness and support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Shadowing Intern
Affirmative Spaces LLC
Jan 2025 - Present (10 months)
Observed therapy sessions and supported documentation and client scheduling. Assisted with psychoeducational material preparation and clinical case discussions. Applied trauma-informed and culturally competent care principles.
Teaching Assistant
Department of Psychology – University of Maryland
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Graded assignments, led discussions, and supported curriculum design. Delivered a guest lecture on feminist counseling psychology approaches.
Head Sales Associate
Orangetheory Fitness
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Managed scheduling, membership billing, and customer service for over 150 clients. Resolved account issues and maintained accurate client records. Promoted wellness services with a focus on retention and satisfaction.
Weekend Volunteer
Humanity Assisted Living Services, LLC
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 10 months)
Provided weekend care and emotional support to elderly residents. Facilitated social activities and monitored physical/mental health needs. Collaborated with nursing staff on resident care and communication.
Research Assistant
Lavender Lab – University of Maryland
May 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Handled national participant recruitment and survey retention. Supported data cleaning, coding, and outreach material creation. Collaborated on research exploring minority stress and alcohol use.
Undergraduate Researcher
Ronald E. McNair Program
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Led qualitative research on trauma and safety among Black women. Managed interview data and presented findings at national conferences. Completed graduate prep and research methods coursework.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UPUniversity of Maryland, College Park
B.S. in Psychology, Psychology, Black Women Studies
Grade: 3.5
Activities and societies: PREP Summer Research Grant ($1,000), 2024; Dean’s List, 2021–Present; $2,800 McNair Program Stipend (2x Recipient)
Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Black Women Studies. Maintained a GPA of 3.5. Engaged in coursework and research focused on psychological principles and the experiences of Black women.
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