Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
Timeline

Kwesi Aaku

GrassRoots
Glen Burnie,Maryland
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience

Compassionate mental health advocate with expertise in crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource navigation. Committed to fostering collaboration and delivering multicultural sensitivity in community workshops and assessments.

Work History

Crisis Counselor Volunteer

1 Year 5 Months
GrassRoots | 03.2025 - Current
  • Supported the preparation of grant applications by compiling relevant data and documentation.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
  • Assisted clients in identifying coping strategies to manage challenging situations effectively.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and risk factors during crisis situations.
  • Facilitated workshops on stress management techniques for community members experiencing trauma.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop crisis intervention plans tailored to individual needs.

Research Assistant

1 Year 1 Month
Mediation UK | 02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Conducted literature reviews to support project development and ensure research quality.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop research methodologies and protocols for studies.
  • Coordinated logistics for meetings and workshops, enhancing communication among stakeholders.
  • Managed databases to organize research findings and streamline information retrieval.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research results for presentation to stakeholders.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Psychology

Washington Adventist University | Takoma Park, MD | 01-2027

I have been able to complete over 800 hours of clinical work with other Organizations like Grassroots in Columbia Maryland and Annapolis Psychotherapy. In addition to these Organizations, i have volunteered my time to help with field work and seminars with primary focus on mental health and behavioral technics to help put the word out there about mental health and suicide prevention in our black and brown communities.

Skills

Mental health awareness
Parenting skills education
Emotional support
Multicultural sensitivity
Suicide prevention
Resource navigation
De-escalation techniques
Youth mentoring

Certification

CISM

Timeline

Crisis Counselor Volunteer

GrassRoots
03.2025 - CurrentRead More

Research Assistant

Mediation UK
02.2024 - 03.2025Read More

Washington Adventist University

Master of Arts from Clinical Mental Health Psychology
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Kwesi Aaku