Angelina A. Mensah
Counselling Psychology Volunteer Intern
Angelina A. Mensah is a doctoral student in Counselor Education and Counseling at Idaho State University, USA, with over a decade of professional experience in counseling, teaching, and community engagement. She holds an MPhil in Counseling Psychology from the University of Education, Winneba, where her thesis explored the efficacy of healing play in addressing trauma-related symptoms among school-age children.
Angelina has worked in diverse clinical and community settings, including schools, hospitals, prisons, and faith-based organizations. Her areas of experience include crisis counseling, trauma-informed care, psychological assessments, play-based interventions, and group facilitation for adolescents, caregivers, and families. She has also volunteered as a lay pastor and trainer, integrating her counseling skills with spiritual and community support.
In addition to her clinical work, Angelina is passionate about youth development, multicultural counseling, and capacity building for counselors and educators. She has contributed to international collaborations, such as the Tricontinental Teacher Training Exchange in Hamburg, and continues to advocate for mental health awareness in Ghana and beyond.
At Nexus Integrate, Angelina serves as a volunteer intern, bringing dedication, empathy, and practical expertise to support trauma-focused interventions and training initiatives.