Patience Efik
@patienceefik
Compassionate mental health professional specializing in counseling and educational therapy.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven mental health and educational therapy professional with advanced studies in Managerial Psychology and International Relations. I have hands-on experience delivering counseling, psychosocial support, and personalized learning plans for diverse populations including refugees, individuals with developmental disabilities, and perinatal clients.
I combine strong interpersonal and leadership skills with meticulous documentation and a commitment to service excellence. I thrive in dynamic environments, quickly adapt to organizational goals, and focus on measurable client progress and collaborative care with families and multidisciplinary teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Port Health Officer
Port Health
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Provided emergency health services, administered inoculations (including yellow fever), conducted medical screening of food handlers and inspected international aircrafts to ensure public health compliance at the airport.
Educational Therapist
Down Syndrome Foundation Nigeria
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Designed and delivered individualized learning and support plans for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, tracked learner progress, and collaborated with parents and caregivers to improve outcomes.
Assistant Counselor
Ark of Noah Specialist Hospital
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Provided prenatal and postnatal counseling and emotional support, assisted women with pregnancy-related stress and postpartum depression, and educated families on prenatal nutrition and childbirth preparation.
Volunteer Mental Health Counselor
Psychologists Beyond Barriers Initiative
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Conducted clinical assessments for refugees, provided psychosocial support and individual/group counseling, and facilitated family therapy to address mental health needs in humanitarian contexts.
Customer Care Representative
Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Provided traveler assistance and information, ensured high customer satisfaction, coordinated with enforcement agencies and supported vulnerable passengers including the elderly and pregnant women.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lagos
Master of Managerial Psychology, Managerial Psychology
Pursuing Master of Managerial Psychology with expected completion in 2025.
University of Port Harcourt
Master of Science, International Relations
Completed Master of Science in International Relations in 2023.
University of Port Harcourt
Postgraduate Diploma, International Relations
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations in 2022.
University of Uyo
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Awarded Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2018.
Blessed Model International School, Port Harcourt
West African Senior School Certificate, Secondary Education
Completed West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) in 2011.
Adiaha Obong Nursery & Primary School, Uyo
First School Leaving Certificate, Primary Education
Completed First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) in 2004.
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Location
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