Nadia Kwaja, Lpc,Lcadc
About Nadia Kwaja, Lpc,Lcadc
Nadia Kwaja is a licensed clinician specializing in mental health and chemical dependency, currently working at Atlantic Health System since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from West Virginia University and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Nadia Kwaja has been employed at Atlantic Health System as a Clinician in the Adult Behavioral Health (ABH) department since 2019. In this role, she collaborates with treatment teams and Advanced Practice Nurses (APN) and psychiatrists to ensure quality care and services for patients. Her responsibilities include conducting comprehensive intake evaluations for adults in mental health and chemical dependency programs. Additionally, she facilitates group sessions that focus on check-ins, process discussions, and relapse prevention at Morristown Medical Center.
Education and Expertise
Nadia Kwaja earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology with minors in Communication Studies and Spanish from West Virginia University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in mental health counseling and communication skills.
Background
Nadia Kwaja has a diverse professional background in mental health services. Prior to her current role at Atlantic Health System, she worked at COPE Center, Inc. as a Clinician from 2014 to 2018 and served as the Adolescent Program Coordinator from 2017 to 2018. She also held positions as a Graduate Research Assistant at Montclair State University from 2012 to 2014 and as an Adjunct Instructor for a brief period in 2015. Additionally, she worked as an IIC Clinician at Care Plus NJ in 2016 and as a Counselor Intern at COPE Center, Inc. in 2014.
Professional Experience
Nadia Kwaja has accumulated extensive experience in the field of mental health counseling. Her roles have included conducting intake evaluations, facilitating group therapy sessions, and coordinating adolescent programs. At COPE Center, Inc., she transitioned from a Counselor Intern to a Clinician and then to an Adolescent Program Coordinator, demonstrating her growth and commitment to the field. Her experience spans various settings, including educational institutions and community mental health organizations.