Key skills and expertise

With 11 years of experience in psychology and counselling, the expert is proficient in therapeutic techniques such as ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, and IRT. Career highlights include leading initiatives to develop a National Helpline for mental health and creating volunteer recruitment policies. The expert has coordinated support services for substance abuse recovery and effectively managed project deliverables. Responsibilities have included providing career counselling and implementing administrative frameworks, showcasing strong leadership and organizational skills in both local and international contexts.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors including civil society and NGOs, health, social development, youth, and corporate social responsibility. Previously held roles such as counsellor, program officer, and assistant psychologist involved responsibilities in therapy, career guidance, and program management. Their work spans the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Nigeria, demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in mental health and social services with a focus on vulnerable populations and regional development. The expert has gained significant experience in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, having studied and worked in these countries. They have also coordinated support services and developed frameworks for mental health initiatives in Nigeria, providing them with a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics in these regions.

Languages and education

Bringing a multilingual capability, the expert is fluent in English, Dutch, and Yoruba. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including counselling and therapy sessions, and in working with multilingual teams across various sectors such as health, social development, and administration. With a background in education, the expert holds a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University, the Netherlands, completed in 2019. They also earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from Aston University, United Kingdom, in 2016, and a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Psychology from the University of Utrecht, the Netherlands, in 2014.