Rhoda Aforkor Quaye
@rhodaaforkorquaye
Self-motivated clinical psychology student with a passion for service excellence.
GhanaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and resourceful individual currently pursuing my M. Phil in Counselling Psychology at the University of Ghana. My journey in psychology has been marked by a commitment to enhancing my skills and experiences, particularly in clinical settings. I have gained valuable insights through various practicums, including providing psychotherapy and psychological interventions at LEKMA Hospital and New Horizon Special School.
My professional experience extends to administrative roles, where I served as a Senior EAP Executive at Supreme Healthcare Management Services. Here, I honed my skills in report writing, crisis support, and first aid psychological services. I am passionate about mental health outreach and have actively engaged in community initiatives to promote psychological well-being.
With a strong foundation in both psychology and theatre arts, I bring a unique perspective to my work. I am eager to contribute to a dynamic team that values initiative and fosters professional growth, as I continue to develop my expertise in clinical psychology.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Practicum and Volunteering
LEKMA Hospital
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Provided psychotherapy and psychological interventions, including conducting assessments and writing psychological reports. Engaged in mental health outreaches and offered critical incident/crisis support and counseling.
Practicum
Ghana Education Service (Chemu SHS)
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Provided psychotherapy and psychological interventions, along with career guidance and counseling. Offered critical incident/crisis support and counseling, and conducted psychological and career assessments.
Practicum
New Horizon Special School
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Provided psychotherapy and psychological interventions, including behavior modification therapy. Served as a teaching assistant and performed other assigned psychological interventions.
Senior EAP Executive/Administrator
Supreme Healthcare Management Services
Mar 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)
Managed administrative duties including report and proposal writing, correspondence, meeting organization, and minute-taking. Served as a call center representative, provided on-call emergency services, and offered first aid psychological services.
National Service Personnel
Tema General Hospital
Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)
Served as an assistant counsellor, supporting clinical psychologists in their duties. Also functioned as an adolescent peer counsellor, providing guidance and support to young individuals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Ghana, Legon
M. Phil, Counselling Psychology
Pursued a Master of Philosophy in Counselling Psychology, focusing on advanced therapeutic techniques and psychological interventions. Engaged in in-depth study of counselling theories and their practical application.
University of Ghana, Legon
B.A, Psychology and Theatre Arts
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Theatre Arts, gaining a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and theatrical expression. Developed strong analytical and communication skills through interdisciplinary studies.
Achimota Senior High School
General Arts, General Arts
Completed studies in General Arts, building a foundational knowledge across various humanities subjects. Developed critical thinking and analytical skills essential for further academic pursuits.
Tech stack
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Location
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