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Onyeka Nwulia

Ellicott City,MD

Summary

Passionate 17-year-old mental health advocate from Clarksville, Maryland with a focused commitment to safeguarding children's emotional well-being. Since applying for my school’s competitive grant in March of sophomore year, I have led workshops grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy and designed to empower children with practical coping tools. My work includes creating and delivering a three-unit summer workshop, volunteering at local camps, and conducting outreach at the Boys and Girls Club to support underprivileged youth. With experience as a 2022 camp counselor and deep ties to community service, I aim to bring my mental health programming to classrooms in Baltimore City, where I believe emotional resilience can open doors to brighter futures.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Developed Children's Mental Health Workshop

Groton School's Dwight Grant Funding
03.2024 - Current
  • Selected as one of three students to receive a competitive school grant for an urban renewal initiative focused on children's mental health.
  • Partnered with Johns Hopkins professor Nicholas P. Schweizer to design age-appropriate CBT-based content and deliver accessible workshops for young audiences.
  • Led sessions at the Howard County Library System and local Boys and Girls Club, solidifying a long-term passion for child psychology and community outreach.

Childhood Trauma Clinical Trial Publication

EvON Medics
06.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed data from a summer clinical study on childhood trauma and its impact on brain development in individuals from the Baltimore area.
  • Discovered a correlation between early trauma and reduced size of the olfactory bulb (OB), suggesting neurological effects tied to emotional processing.
  • Co-authored and submitted findings to the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP), becoming part of the first team under age 18 to publish with the organization.

Developmental Psychology Tutorial Course

Groton School
05.2025 - Current
  • Designed and will lead an independent study exploring the impact of childhood memories and upbringing on adolescent development within a school community.
  • Conducting observational trials and reflective interviews to analyze developmental patterns through a psychological lens.
  • Studying a Developmental Psychology textbook as a prerequisite to ground research in established theory and prepare for data interpretation.

Day Camp Counselor

Mcdonogh School
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Volunteered full-time for a month as a day camp counselor, supporting children through daily transitions and engaging them in hands-on outdoor activities.
  • Provided consistent care and supervision, fostering a safe and positive environment for campers.
  • Completed certified training in recognizing signs of child abuse and responding appropriately, enhancing my awareness and preparedness in child welfare.

Education

Developmental Psychology

Groton School
Groton, MA
06-2026

Skills

  • Deeply empathetic and attentive listener with strong interpersonal skills, especially effective in supporting children from challenging backgrounds with sensitivity and care
  • Experienced in building trust and emotional connection through resilience, drawing on personal adversity to create safe, supportive spaces for others

Affiliations

  • American College of Neuropsychopharmacology(NACP)

Certification

CITI Clinical Research Certification (GCP)

Certified Peer Counselor

Interests

Art-Based Mental Health Initiatives

I founded Groton Art Relaxation, a student-led club offering art-based mindfulness sessions during exam weeks and throughout the year to help peers manage stress Through this work, I explore the intersection of mental health and creative expression

Timeline

Developmental Psychology Tutorial Course

Groton School
05.2025 - Current

Childhood Trauma Clinical Trial Publication

EvON Medics
06.2024 - Current

Developed Children's Mental Health Workshop

Groton School's Dwight Grant Funding
03.2024 - Current

Day Camp Counselor

Mcdonogh School
07.2022 - 08.2022

Developmental Psychology

Groton School

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