About Mission Clinic

Dr Marilyn Marbell- Wilson is a Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician.
She did her medical training at the University of Ghana Medical School. After her housemanship, she continued to specialize in Pediatrics with the West African College of Physicians and the Ghana College of Physicians, Pediatric Faculty. She then continued on to do a Subspecialty Clinical fellowship in Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics in University of Alberta, Canada-Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital.
She has a master’s of science in Psychology from the Liverpool John Moore University, UK. She is currently the Medical Director and CEO of Mission Pediatrics a Specialist Children’s Clinic with emphasis on Neurodevelopmental conditions. She works with a Neuropsychological multidisciplinary team to provide diagnosis and management for children with Neurodevelopmental disorders. Her subspecialty includes diagnosing and managing children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, and Cerebral Palsy amongst other Neuro Developmental disorders.
She has been working in the Pediatric Neurodevelopmental field for over twelve years. Her research interest includes factors that affect child development, and how to support children who are differently abled to achieve their full potential. She is an advocate for children with special needs and their parents. She is involved and on the boards of various NGOs and education centers that cater to children with special needs.

Dr. Kristine Marbell-Pierre is a Child and Adolescent Psychologist with a PhD from Clark University and a Post Doctorate from Boston Children's Hospital Neighbourhood Partnership. She has worked with families in New York, Massachusetts and Ghana since 2007. She currently works at Ghana International School as the Head of Guidance and Counselling and sees clients at Mission Pediatrics. She has also been interviewed by the BBC about her research on parenting across cultures.

Mrs Ethel Obeng-Treve is a consultant registered Clinical Psychologist with specialized training working with children and adolescents. Additionally, she has a breadth of experience working extensively with adults, couples and families from a multicultural setting.
Ghana and UK trained, Ethel is an expert in patient assessment, intervention, counselling and behaviour modification. She is passionate about the wellbeing of children and adolescents - closely working with families, schools and the community to achieve success.
I help clients gain the needed skills to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
I am also an EAP (Employment Assistance Program) provider for some international organisations using short term interventions to support employee wellbeing in the workplace and in their personal lives.
Ethel is also a Radio Show Host at Starr FM 103.5 (Family Central) where she discusses family focused topics to help deal with pertinent issues in the society with her guests.

Mrs. Stella Dzifa Monu Awudi is a Clinical Psychologist trained in the University of Ghana Legon. She is skilled in neuropsychological assessments for both children and adults and uses cognitive behavioral therapeutic approaches in management of psychological disorders.

Ms. Lady Elizabeth Mirekua Oti is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist specialized inevaluating and managing children living with neurological conditions such as Autism,ADHD, Cerebral Palsy; using age-appropriate child friendly activities to address finemotor, sensory and cognitive difficulties. She learns how to dance in her free time

Ms. Rachel Crankson is a trained Behaviour Technician and a Psychologist who offers therapies and Manages children living with various forms of Behavioral Challenges, Developmental Disorders, Disabilities and Delays.
She uses Scientifically proven Behavioural measures to train children with skills deficits adapt to functional activities whiles acquiring some skills needed for day to day functioning such as communication, social, personal grooming, motor and hygiene skills amongst others.

Edinam Bello has an undergraduate degree in Social Work with Sociology from the University of Ghana and a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. At the Brown School, she focused on practice with Children, Youth and Families, specifically School Social Work.
She is also trained in Applied Behavior Analysis and in managing challenging behaviors. She has had experiences working with disadvantaged populations; teaching and providing socio-emotional support to children; and assisting with research on various social issues. Edinam currently works as a Behavior Therapist at Mission Pediatrics, supporting children, families and schools.

Dr. Selasie is skilled in the management of children and adults with mental and emotional disorders. She is a graduate of the university of Ghana Medical school and was trained as a Psychiatrist at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons. She also has a Master’s Degree in Child and Adolescent Mental Health from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She has 11 years of experience as a medical doctor with 7years working in the area of mental health. She is skilled in management of children and adults with mental and emotional disorders.

Charity mustapha is a pediatric neurodevelopmental therapist with public health background, she also works with children’s hospital.
She had bachelor of physiotherapy from the university of Ghana and Specialist neurodevelopmental therapist (NDT) training from South Africa- Chris Hani Barawanath hospital. A Master of public health from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
She is an advocate for children with cerebral palsy.

Gifty Ayoka is a certified Speech and Language Therapist and an Autism Advocate.
She has an undergraduate degree in the Study of Religions and Political Science from the University of Ghana, Legon.
The diagnosis of her son with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in 2014, changed her career path from banking to pursuing a Master of Science degree in Speech and Language Therapy to help her son and other children diagnosed with ASD.
Gifty was the first Resident Speech and Language Therapist to be deployed to the Dzorwulu Special School by the Alexis Miranda Foundation.
Her passion for empowering parents and preschool educators led her to start Talking Tipps Africa.
Talking Tipps Africa trains parents on typical communication development and early intervention for children with Autism, Speech and Language Delay.
On the international front, GGifty has shared her research work on Autism at the Pan African Congress on Autism (PACA) and Autism Speaks Advocacy and Leadership conferences in both Kenya and Ethiopia respectfully.
Gifty spends time with her two energetic boys exploring Accra when she is not working. She is also an ardent football fan and a strong +Arsenal supporter.

Vera Selasi Appiah Ofori, is a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with passion to help both young and old clients with different needs in the areas of speech, language and swallowing.
One of her great achievements include setting up a new SLT Unit at Tema General Hospital within the first year of practice.
Secondary to her SLT profession is a great interest in Linguistics and Music.
Being intentional and ready for change are major guides to her work and personal development.

Ernestina has worked extensively in clinical nutrition, nutrition in media, nutrition consulting, community nutrition and research. She has also served as a clinical supervisor and preceptor for many dietetic students. Her approach to diet and nutrition is evidence-based, permissive, and relaxed. She believes in healthy eating and lifestyle modification as a means of preventing non-communicable diseases.
Educated at the University of Ghana, MPhil Diet. Ph.D. Food Science Student University of Ghana.

Educ: BSc. Community Nutrition, MPH (Population and Reproductive Health)

Certificates in Nutrition and Cardiometabolic Diseases, Nutrition and the Gut Microbiome, Food Systems for Healthy and Sustainable Diets etc.

Occupation: Nutritionist

Position: Deputy Chief Nutrition Officer, GHS.

Professional experience: Eleven (11) years as a Nutrition Officer in the Childhealth Department of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, five (5) years as a Nutrition Officer with the GHS.

Current professional interest: Nutrition for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Hobbies: Reading, writing, sewing, cooking.