PELUMI OKUWOGA
PSYCHOTHERAPY INTERN
Oakville,ON
Summary
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology Candidate
- Master of Public Health promotion/Education and Bachelor of Pharmacy Volunteer Crisis Responder with Distress Centre of GTA and Kids Help Phone
- Trained in Suicide risk Assessment (ASIST), CBT and SFT
- Experienced in Patient Counselling, Psychoeducation and Case documentation
- Empathetic, culturally responsive and Client-Centered approach to care Excellent oral and written communication Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams/Zoom
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Drug Plan Management Specialist
Express Scipts Canada
11.2023 - Current
- Applied clinical expertise in managing drug formularies, prior authorization processes, and patient support programs, ensuring access to essential therapies.
- Counseled patients and providers on coverage decisions, using active listening and clear communication to reduce stress and promote understanding.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and insurers to coordinate care and advocate for patient needs, building skills in case management and advocacy.
- Maintained accurate, confidential documentation in alignment with healthcare policies and ethical standards.
- Contributed to program development and analysis of drug trends, strengthening abilities in problem-solving, critical thinking, and culturally responsive decision-making.
Health Coach
mDoc Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided coaching support to women with chronic health conditions, focusing on resilience, emotional well-being, and quality of life.
- Applied evidence-based strategies such as stress management, motivational interviewing, and cognitive reframing to strengthen coping skills.
- Guided clients in setting and achieving realistic wellness goals while offering psychoeducation on the mind-body connection.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and adapted strategies to meet individual client needs.
Pharmacist
Desak Pharmacy
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Built strong therapeutic rapport by creating a nonjudgmental space where clients felt safe to explore medication fears, emotional triggers, and psychosocial barriers to adherence
- Applied motivational interviewing techniques to assess readiness for change and support
- Behavior modification, using empathy, active listening, and collaborative goal setting
- Reinforced treatment plans with attention to the client’s emotional and psychological wellbeing, reflecting a trauma informed and integrative approach to health support
- Supported clients in working through complex emotions related to diagnosis, stigma, and identity, while promoting autonomy and empowerment in their care decisions
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and social workers to provide culturally responsive and client centered care
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
12-2026
Master of Public Health - Promotion/Education
Babcock University
01.2018
Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
01.2013
Skills
Timeline
Drug Plan Management Specialist
Express Scipts Canada
11.2023 - Current
Health Coach
mDoc Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
Pharmacist
Desak Pharmacy
01.2016 - 01.2021
Master of Public Health - Promotion/Education
Babcock University
Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University