Dr Patricia Aladekoba
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Goal-oriented, compassionate, and detail-oriented counselor/therapist with extensive experience in substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, and community services. Proven ability to conduct individual, group, and telehealth counseling, develop treatment plans, and build strong rapport with diverse populations. Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills, with a solid academic foundation in counseling, education, and information technology. Compassionate counselor focused on helping patients overcome personal obstacles. Diligent and resourceful professional with several years of hands-on experience diagnosing issues and cultivating personalized treatment plans. Comfortable working either autonomously or in a team-based setting to resolve issues.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor / Therapist
BD Health Services
Baltimore, USA
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct client intakes and comprehensive assessments.
- Provide individual counseling for substance abuse and mental health concerns.
- Deliver telehealth therapy sessions in compliance with clinical standards.
- Develop, recommend, and review individualized treatment plans and goals.
- Monitor, evaluate, and document client progress toward recovery objectives.
- Assist clients in developing coping skills and behavioral change strategies.
- Identify behaviors and triggers interfering with recovery.
- Maintain accurate clinical records using Methasoft.
- Apply evidence-based interventions and therapeutic techniques.
Counselor / Therapist
Victory Health Care Services
Baltimore, USA
03.2020 - 09.2024
- Managed assigned client caseloads.
- Ensured consistent participation in required treatment sessions.
- Identified substance-related issues and developed treatment goals and plans.
- Facilitated group IOP counseling sessions.
- Provided individual and telehealth counseling services.
- Introduced evidence-based coping mechanisms and recovery tools.
Adjunct Professor
Carroll Community College
Westminster, Maryland
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Taught students academic, social, and language skills.
- Developed engaging curriculum for diverse student populations.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
Case Manager
Department of Social Services
Baltimore, USA
01.2010 - 06.2018
- Determined eligibility for program assistance for families in Baltimore City.
- Assisted clients with accessing community and social service resources.
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with agency policies.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Education & Community Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2023
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Counseling & Spiritual Guidance
Loyola University, Maryland
Baltimore, MD12-2008
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Information Technology
Strayer University
Washington, DC12-1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Romance Languages (French, Latin)
University of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone12-1986
Skills
- Teaching
- Substance abuse counseling
- Problem solving
- Client assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Team collaboration
- Care planning
- Mental health therapy
- Individual and group therapy
- Case management
- Community resource navigation
- Written and verbal communication
- Leadership and rapport-building
- Fluent in French
Professional References
Available upon request
Timeline
Counselor / Therapist
BD Health Services
02.2023 - Current
Counselor / Therapist
Victory Health Care Services
03.2020 - 09.2024
Adjunct Professor
Carroll Community College
08.2018 - 02.2020
Case Manager
Department of Social Services
01.2010 - 06.2018
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Education & Community Counseling
Liberty University
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Counseling & Spiritual Guidance
Loyola University, Maryland
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Information Technology
Strayer University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Romance Languages (French, Latin)
University of Sierra Leone