
Valentina Nkwo, MSW
Therapist
Valentina joined the Nourishing Hope family as a Therapist in 2023. Valentina is a nurse and mother of three young adults. She was raised in Nigeria and emigrated to Chicago. Valentina is a Graduate of Governors State University with an MSW specialty in mental health. Prior to joining Nourishing Hope, Valentina provided therapy and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault in Lagos, Nigeria. Through her work, she helped educate teens and their families on wellness practices, healthcare and tools to process deeply traumatic events.
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