{"id":7992,"date":"2025-09-12T13:57:26","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:57:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/?page_id=7992"},"modified":"2026-04-20T10:49:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:49:43","slug":"isaac-waddy-adjei-ampofo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/isaac-waddy-adjei-ampofo\/","title":{"rendered":"Isaac Waddy Adjei-Ampofo"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:333px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f figure{max-width:333px;}.kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f .image-is-svg, .kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image7992_54dc5f-9f\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"913\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-913x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Isaac Waddy Adjei-Ampofo- Intern\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-7988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-913x1024.jpeg 913w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-268x300.jpeg 268w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-768x861.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-1370x1536.jpeg 1370w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-1826x2048.jpeg 1826w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-105x118.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-317x355.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-423x474.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-634x711.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-846x949.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-951x1066.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/79\/2025\/09\/Isaac-Waddy-Adjei-Ampofo-1268x1422.jpeg 1268w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,913px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About me:<\/strong> My name is Isaac Waddy Adjei-Ampofo, and I am currently pursuing a Master of Social Work<br>(MSW) at the University of Maine. I earned my undergraduate degree in Education and my<br>Master\u2019s in Higher Education in Ghana, and I have taught in both Ghana and Mozambique. My<br>passion lies in helping individuals overcome challenges, build resilience, and find hope. I am<br>excited to bring my educational experience and dedication to the UMaine Counseling Center as<br>an intern.<br><strong>What has been your most embarrassing moment (either at work or play)?<\/strong><br>One unforgettable moment was during a canopy walk. I thought I was ready for the adventure,<br>but when I looked down from the height, fear got the better of me, and I ended up shouting in<br>pure panic! It was a humbling reminder that even the most confident people have their moments<br>of vulnerability.<br><strong>What is your favorite comfort food?<br><\/strong>Jollof rice and grilled chicken; nothing lifts the spirit like this rich and spicy dish!<br>If you could take a trip anywhere in the world, where would you go?<br>New Zealand for its breathtaking landscapes and the sense of adventure it offers.<br><strong>Role in center<\/strong><br>MSW intern. I assist with Case Management<br>Areas of interest<br>Mental health, trauma-informed care, youth development, and community wellness.<br><strong>Degrees awarded:<br><\/strong>\u25cf Bachelor of Education, University of Cape Coast, Ghana<br>\u25cf Master of Higher Education, University of Cape Coast, Ghana.<br>\u25cf Master of Social Work (in progress), University of Maine<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About me: My name is Isaac Waddy Adjei-Ampofo, and I am currently pursuing a Master of Social Work(MSW) at the University of Maine. I earned my undergraduate degree in Education and myMaster\u2019s in Higher Education in Ghana, and I have taught in both Ghana and Mozambique. 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