CHRISTOPHER U. AKEKE
Mount Rainier,MD
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Clinical Manager, and doctoral-level School Psychology trainee with extensive experience in behavioral health, diagnostic assessment, and multidisciplinary team supervision across clinical, hospital, and community-based settings. Demonstrated expertise in delivering culturally responsive, evidence-based mental health services to underserved populations, including youth involved in juvenile justice systems and families experiencing complex psychosocial stressors. Specialized in integrating clinical social work and school-based psychological frameworks to improve behavioral health outcomes, enhance service accessibility, and ensure regulatory compliance within Medicaid-funded systems. Proven ability to develop, supervise, and implement interventions aligned with national standards, contributing to improved care coordination, treatment engagement, and long-term psychosocial outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Manager
ETW Therapeutic & Holistic Services, LLC
College Park, MD
09.2026 - Current
- Provide clinical leadership and supervision to Community Support Workers, ensuring adherence to federal and state Medicaid regulations and best practices in behavioral health service delivery
- Supervise a multidisciplinary team managing approximately 59 clients, optimizing caseload distribution and improving quality of care
- Deliver training on clinical documentation, compliance, and ethical standards, reducing organizational risk related to fraud, waste, and abuse
- Conduct diagnostic assessments and assign DSM-5 diagnoses to guide evidence-based treatment planning
- Coordinate care across systems, including behavioral health providers, social services, and community resources
Community-Based Interventionist Clinician
Better Morning Behavioral Health Services
Washington, DC
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Delivered intensive community-based mental health services to youth involved in the juvenile justice system
- Collaborated with probation officers, courts, schools, and mental health agencies to support reentry and behavioral stabilization
- Implemented interventions aligned with school-based frameworks, including MTSS principles
- Supported family engagement and caregiver capacity-building
Assessor / Diagnostician / Therapist
Prestige HealthCare Resources Inc.
Washington, DC
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments, including risk evaluations and crisis intervention planning
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, trauma-informed care, behavioral activation)
- Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans in compliance with Mental Health Rehabilitation Services (MHRS) standards
- Coordinate care transitions and referrals to appropriate levels of care
Community Support Worker
Prestige HealthCare Resources Inc.
Washington, DC
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Supported clients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and independent living competencies
- Conducted home and community-based interventions to promote stability and engagement
Child Psychiatric Specialist
Children’s National Hospital
Washington, DC
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided therapeutic support to children and adolescents in acute psychiatric settings
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups and contributed to multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Maintained safety and behavioral stabilization in high-risk clinical environments
Behavioral Health Specialist
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Supported psychiatric patient care, de-escalation, and admission processes
- Monitored behavioral health status and documented clinical observations
Casework Specialist
Department of Human Services
Prince George’s County, MD
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted child safety assessments and coordinated protective services
- Developed intervention plans and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time)
Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and facilitated group therapy sessions
- Coordinated discharge planning and community resource linkage
Education
Ph.D. - School Psychology
Howard University
Washington, DCMaster of Social Work (MSW) - Family & Child Welfare
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2020
Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc. Ed) - Business Education
University of Nigeria
Nsukka01-2013
Skills
- Electronic Health Records: Credible, MedConnect
- Telehealth Platforms
- Data Analysis: SPSS
- Stata
- Microsoft Office Suite
Affiliations
- Member, National Association of Social Workers
- Member, National Association of School Psychologists
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Maryland
- Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Washington, DC
Timeline
Clinical Manager
ETW Therapeutic & Holistic Services, LLC
09.2026 - Current
Community-Based Interventionist Clinician
Better Morning Behavioral Health Services
12.2024 - 12.2025
Assessor / Diagnostician / Therapist
Prestige HealthCare Resources Inc.
11.2024 - 04.2025
Community Support Worker
Prestige HealthCare Resources Inc.
03.2022 - 11.2024
Child Psychiatric Specialist
Children’s National Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2023
Casework Specialist
Department of Human Services
07.2021 - 12.2021
Behavioral Health Specialist
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
03.2019 - 12.2022
Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time)
Washington Hospital Center
10.2018 - 10.2019
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Family & Child Welfare
Howard University
Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc. Ed) - Business Education
University of Nigeria
Ph.D. - School Psychology
Howard University
PROPOSED ENDEAVOR
Advancing equitable mental health outcomes through the integration of school-based psychological services and culturally responsive behavioral health interventions for underserved populations in the United States, with a specialized focus on addressing psychological stressors affecting single parents caring for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This work addresses critical gaps in access to mental health services and responds to the national shortage of school psychologists and culturally competent behavioral health providers.
RESEARCH & SCHOLARLY INTERESTS
- Psychological stressors affecting single parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Mental health disparities among underserved populations
- Integration of school psychology and clinical behavioral health systems
- Culturally responsive assessment and intervention frameworks
- School-based mental health service delivery models (MTSS)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Diagnostic Assessment (DSM-5)
- Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
- Medicaid Documentation & Compliance
- Clinical Supervision & Workforce Development
- School-Based Mental Health (MTSS Framework)
- Interagency Coordination (Courts, DJS, Schools, Hospitals)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Family Systems & Caregiver Support
Prestige Health Care Resources
Employee Excellence Award for Outstanding and Dedicated Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
OVERVIEWAssertive Community Treatment (ACT) takes a "whole team" approach to treating serious mental illness. It allows people to receive services in their community (rather than a more restrictive hospital setting).