Kathelma Dunford

Kathelma Dunford is a skilled mental health professional with extensive experience in counseling and therapy. Currently serving as a Domestic Violence Community Therapist at the Chicago Children's Advocacy Center since April 2023, Kathelma provides various therapeutic services and case management to clients affected by domestic violence. Since September 2022, Kathelma has also worked as a Counselor at Expansive Health and Recovery Services, conducting mental health assessments and offering individual, couple, and group therapy. Previous roles include counseling positions at the Safer Foundation and Gateway Foundation, focusing on crisis intervention and substance abuse treatment, respectively. Kathelma's foundational experiences include roles as a Mental Health Associate at Riveredge Hospital and various positions within the Chicago Public Schools, including as a Teacher Assistant and Clerk. Educational achievements include a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Roosevelt University.