Elssa Kenfack, LCPC
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Hartman Executive Advisors
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Coordinator of Nonprofit & Associations
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Jun 2022 - 1 year 7 months
Lutherville, Maryland, United States
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Adika Counseling
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Wellness Psychotherapist
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Sep 2021 - 2 years 4 months
Working alongside emerging adults, adults, and families who are experiencing anxiety, trauma and depression related to life transitions, negative beliefs about self, past/current relationships and racial identity. My goal is provide mental health services + a supportive space for others to talk and understand themselves while also identifying and altering negative thought patterns, behaviors, and feelings to improve self esteem, relationships and career/academic outcomes. I also also employ… Show more Working alongside emerging adults, adults, and families who are experiencing anxiety, trauma and depression related to life transitions, negative beliefs about self, past/current relationships and racial identity. My goal is provide mental health services + a supportive space for others to talk and understand themselves while also identifying and altering negative thought patterns, behaviors, and feelings to improve self esteem, relationships and career/academic outcomes. I also also employ faith-based practice within my work to connect mental and spiritual health for overall wellness. Show less
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Wellness Psychotherapist
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Sep 2021 - Feb 2022
Working alongside emerging adults, adults, and families who are experiencing anxiety, trauma and depression related to life transitions, negative beliefs about self, past/current relationships and racial identity. My goal is provide mental health services + a supportive space for others to talk and understand themselves while also identifying and altering negative thought patterns, behaviors, and feelings to improve self esteem, relationships and career/academic outcomes. I also also employ… Show more Working alongside emerging adults, adults, and families who are experiencing anxiety, trauma and depression related to life transitions, negative beliefs about self, past/current relationships and racial identity. My goal is provide mental health services + a supportive space for others to talk and understand themselves while also identifying and altering negative thought patterns, behaviors, and feelings to improve self esteem, relationships and career/academic outcomes. I also also employ faith-based practice within my work to connect mental and spiritual health for overall wellness. Show less
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Towson University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Coordinator of Leadership
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Aug 2019 - Jan 2021
Baltimore, Maryland Area Worked within a team of student leaders and professional staff in order to promote leadership development for students and overall collegiate experience. Roles & Responsibilities: • Supervise 4 student employees (SLC’s): delegate specific roles, lead meetings, and perform evaluations • Develop & revise 3 leadership program curriculums, creating both in-person & virtual formats for 250+ students • Facilitate over 50 in-person and virtually programs on topics related to conflict… Show more Worked within a team of student leaders and professional staff in order to promote leadership development for students and overall collegiate experience. Roles & Responsibilities: • Supervise 4 student employees (SLC’s): delegate specific roles, lead meetings, and perform evaluations • Develop & revise 3 leadership program curriculums, creating both in-person & virtual formats for 250+ students • Facilitate over 50 in-person and virtually programs on topics related to conflict management, communication, identifying and using strengths and values, goal- setting & executing, and multiculturalism • Plan and execute multiple events focused on vulnerability, community, professionalism, and celebrated leaders • Identify eclectic outlets such as social media, tabling, fliers, and outreach to connect with over 500 students
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Marketing Graduate Assistant
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Jun 2018 - Aug 2019
Towson, MD
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Catholic Charities of Baltimore
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Therapist/Counselor
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Aug 2019 - May 2020
Saint Vincent's Villa St. Vincent’s Villa provides comprehensive residential treatment for children, ages 5-14, whose behavioral and emotional needs have not responded to community based interventions and services. Tasks and duties included: • Worked closely with a diverse population of children and adolescents with severe emotional and behavioral problems/needs who have experienced varying levels of trauma • Provided flexibility and creativity during individual, family, and group therapy sessions… Show more St. Vincent’s Villa provides comprehensive residential treatment for children, ages 5-14, whose behavioral and emotional needs have not responded to community based interventions and services. Tasks and duties included: • Worked closely with a diverse population of children and adolescents with severe emotional and behavioral problems/needs who have experienced varying levels of trauma • Provided flexibility and creativity during individual, family, and group therapy sessions, incorporating various elements of the CARE model and theorethical orientations in both in-person and virtual capacities • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (e.g. psychiatrist, nurses, school personnel, DSS, residential staff) to present clinical information and create effective/appropriate treatment plans, goals, and outcomes for clients • Participated in IEPs, familiy decision-making meetings, admissions, and family support groups • Conducted suicide/harm assessments, intake assessments, concurrent reviews with medicaid, and discharges • Developed treatment plans, client documentation, and discharge summaries while modifying when appropriate • Assisted in de-escalating crises by offering therapeutic help for the clients, and back up support for staff • Built firm therapeutic alliances with clients, parent partnerships, and relationships with staff members by engaging in residential programs, assisting during events, and attending family support groups Show less
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TRIO, Upward Bound Program
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Residential Coordinator
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Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
Baltimore City Community College Worked intimately with a group of high school students who are interested in STEM, providing a staff environment for them as well as eclectic opportunities for their academic, social, & personal development. I also implemented numerous new initiatives to enhance the program, increase structure, & address mental health with the students.
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Safe Alternative Foundation for Education, Inc
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Summer Programming Intern
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Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
Baltimore City Worked to strategically planned an educational and engaging six week summer camp program for a group of middle school students that was both enriching, engaging and invigorating for students to expose them to novel experiences and opportunities. I also facilitated and created opportunities for reflection and discussions about social skills, communication, diversity and inclusion, STEM, and character development and future planning. I also connected with over 25 different businesses and… Show more Worked to strategically planned an educational and engaging six week summer camp program for a group of middle school students that was both enriching, engaging and invigorating for students to expose them to novel experiences and opportunities. I also facilitated and created opportunities for reflection and discussions about social skills, communication, diversity and inclusion, STEM, and character development and future planning. I also connected with over 25 different businesses and organizations to collaborate and receive services and gained experience writing grants to receive funding for the organization. Show less
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University of Maryland Baltimore County
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Public Service Fellow -Sondheim Nonprofit Leadership Program
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May 2018 - Aug 2018
UMBC Gain hands-on experience in the public service sector and work alongside a wonderful community based organization, Safe Alternative Foundation for Education. I also get to be a part of programming and education about leadership, the components of a nonprofit and social disparities in the community as well as be actively engaged in service.
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Thread, Inc.
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern on the Interconnection Team
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Jan 2018 - May 2018
Baltimore, Maryland Area Thread is a social organization that seeks to solve social isolation and connect people from all different types of backgrounds together in order to curate a family. The social is to connect youth from Baltimore city with a network of consistent support that goes beyond tasks but deep rooted relationships, resources and effective pathways to success.
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Mount Washington Pediatric
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
Baltimore, Maryland Area This internship gave me the opportunity to be involved with very distinct population including children with many critical health conditions and feeding disorders. I worked in the feeding disorder unit and got the opportunity to shadow experts in the field, observing their sessions, collecting data and joining in on patient evaluations. I also got the opportunity to collected patient assessments and nutritional evaluations dating from 2007 to present and inputted data in SPSS, which provided… Show more This internship gave me the opportunity to be involved with very distinct population including children with many critical health conditions and feeding disorders. I worked in the feeding disorder unit and got the opportunity to shadow experts in the field, observing their sessions, collecting data and joining in on patient evaluations. I also got the opportunity to collected patient assessments and nutritional evaluations dating from 2007 to present and inputted data in SPSS, which provided information for a poster that was later created. Show less
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Pro Bono Counseling
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
Towson, Maryland I got the opportunity to learn about the health care system and the complexities that go into getting mental health services. I was able to talk directly to clients and check in on their treatments. I also took on new projects of finding new diverse therapists within a large database.
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Kennedy Krieger Institute
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Practicum Student
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
Columbia, MD
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Potbelly Sandwich Works
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Associate Cashier
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May 2015 - Sep 2016
Make the customers feel welcome, ring up their orders with care, handle money, organize and clean station, and make sure that customers are leaving happy.
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Mentor
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Oct 2015 - May 2016
Baltimore, Maryland Area Interact with a group of girls from Lake Clifton High school and create strong bonds. Work together with other mentors to plan lessons and activities for girls that focus on self esteem, creating goals, college readiness and how to deal with stress. Facilitate an open and welcome environment where girls feel open to share. Check in with particular "mentees" as an open listener and supporter.
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Tutor
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Sep 2014 - Jan 2015
Managed student’s grades, assisted student in organization, provided aid for homework assignments and projects and supervised that all tasks were completed. Babysitter Babysat an Elementary student periodically throughout the year while her parents were away Supervised her activities, prepared dinner
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Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
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Nov 2013 - Mar 2014
Taught eighth grade girls an abundance of skills: dribbling, defense, shot accuracy and effective communication. Girls also learned how to run defensive and offensive plays. Coached girls during their games and encouraged them to continue playing sports.
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Counselor
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Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Planned activities that incorporated new and old skills (reading, writing, fitness etc.) Supervised children daily and accompanied them on field trips.
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Volunteer
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Jun 2011 - Nov 2011
Traveled to different grocery stores and raised awareness for Child Hunger in the Montgomery County area. Advocated for people to give food or monetary donations Classified and distributed donations to less fortunate children through their schools.
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Education
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Towson University
Master of Arts - MA, Counseling Psychology -
Towson University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology Major, Business Administration Minor -
Seneca Valley High School
High School Degree, International Baccalaureate Diploma