The Dream Team  

Frank Lartey

Founder, Licensed Therapist

As an immigrant from West Africa, who has lived in the U.S. for over 25 years, Frank founded the Lartey Wellness Group to assist working professionals unlock the keys to wellness, balance and happiness. As a father, husband, entrepreneur, and outdoor sports enthusiast, Frank knows first hand how challenging it is to balance work and personal life. For over 15 years, Frank has been working with executives and managers from Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to reach beyond their personal predicaments, break the chains of their environment, and design the life that they truly desired and deserved. Frank recognizes that life’s problems serve as obstacles that prevent you from reaching your desired goals. Frank implores counseling strategies which focus on unconditional positive regard to help you tap into your own innate potential and enhance your skills, resources, and abilities to actualize your vision and goals. 

Jomar N. McFarlane, Therapist Resident

Born and raised in a small fishing town in Jamaica, Jomar N. McFarlane has always been an advocate for good mental, physical and spiritual health. Jomar has learned, through his pursuit of various career opportunities, how to build, maintain and pursue healthy relationships with people from all walks of life in many different career stages. Recently, Jomar completed a Masters of Art in Counseling Psychology but has moved forward to begin the process of being licensed in the state of Maryland as a clinical mental health counselor. As a therapist-in-training, Jomar pride myself on being a growing, compassionate, and knowledgeable therapist who embraces the need of his fellow travelers to want to feel whole again. Jomar’s hope is that you will prosper, gain understanding, and mend the emotional, psychological, and spiritual bridges that have been torn down from years of neglect.

Teni Adebayo, Therapist Resident

“ You change for two reasons. Either you learn enough that you want to, or you’ve been hurt enough that you have to.” Speaking from experience, I know what it is like to go through trauma and come out of it a changed person. Most times the change you experience may have a negative impact on your life. I believe that I was placed in this field because of my own personal experiences and I want to be able to help those who are suffering and willing to overcome their battles or challenges in life.

I am a masters student completing my internship at Lartey Wellness Group. Lartey Wellness helps individuals, couples, and families achieve wellness, peace, and happiness. The type of counseling provided at Lartey Wellness is anxiety/depression, children and family, marriage and couples, career counseling and career coaching, and fitness and health coaching. 

My mode of therapy is eclectic. After meeting my clients, I determine which type of psychotherapy is most beneficial to them. I have experience with cognitive behavioral therapy, gestalt therapy, and client-centered therapy. I am looking forward to meeting you.

Angelisa Andrade, Therapist Resident

Born in New York, Angelisa Andrade has lived in several states across the North/East, allowing her the opportunity to learn about and experience a variety of cultures and world-views at an early age. As a recent graduate of Washington Adventist University and therapist-in-training, Angelisa has obtained her Bachelors of Science in Counseling Psychology. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and intends to become a licensed Clinician within the state of Maryland. Angelisa has a passion for mental health awareness and psychoeducation, with a keen interest in individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorder. She believes one of the most powerful things in life is to listen to someone's story. I hope to provide each individual with the resources and tools to gain clarity, understanding, and peace for themselves and others.

Doreen Kwakye

Fitness & Health Coach

Based in Maryland, Doreen Kwakye was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa. She migrated to U.S in 2012, with a vision of being a personal trainer in helping and encouraging people to maintain their health through healthy eating and exercise. Doreen has been working in the fitness & health Field for over 7 years in nurturing, assisting, and committing to what she loves-- pushing and helping people. One of Doreen's greatest ambition and goals is to challenge individuals to believe in their inner strength, and not look at their current circumstance and lose hope.