Ellen Osei is a Ghanaian-American occupational therapist, humanitarian and model. Ellen’s passion involves helping women and children navigate beyond physical and mental health challenges to reach their fullest potential.Ellen combines her experiences as a therapist, former beauty queen and pageant coordinator to present a mentorship program that helps women of all abilities and backgrounds redefine their beauty and serve in desired roles as leaders and entrepreneurs within their communities. This includes a variety of events throughout the year focusing on identifying and developing power, passion and purpose.Ellen also aims to help families create environments for children that enhance their overall quality of life. Ellen is the Co-Founder of Raising HOPE, a 501c3 non profit organization dedicated to providing support resources for the disadvantaged, orphans, and children with special needs throughout the African Diaspora. Ellen is also the founder of Theraplay LLC, a pediatric occupational therapy practice that provides private and community-based workshops and services that support families in adapting their lifestyle to their child’s special needs.Ellen has a Master of Science degree in occupational therapy from Columbia University, NY, and is currently a doctoral candidate in the Movement Science Program with a specialty in occupational therapy at Columbia University. Ellen currently works in New Jersey’s early intervention system and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.You can connect with Ellen via instagram @miss.ellen.oThis podcast is an initiative under Hands of a Hero Foundation. For more information, please visit us at www.handsofahero.org .  You can also follow us on all social media platforms @gemsforsuccess and @handsofahero. Follow Host on Instagram @yaa_birago.  If you would like to be a guest or have a topic you would like for us to discuss, please email [email protected]

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