Emily Gideon
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced clinical psychologist with 7+ years of expertise in mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), gender-based violence (GBV), and humanitarian work. Demonstrated expertise in delivering corporate mental health services, implementing employee wellbeing programs, and fostering resilience. Proficient in conducting clinical assessments, diagnosing conditions, providing training, managing projects, advocating for mental health, and building capacity. Strong interpersonal and communication skills dedicated to promoting mental health, creating safe working environments, and fostering wellbeing in corporate settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Consultant GBV_SEAH/ Mental health
World-Bank funded project- Horn of Africa Ground Water for Resilience
07.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the successful completion of complex projects through effective risk management and mitigation strategies.
- Providing technical support to the Project Implementation Unit and (PIU) and Sub-Project Implementation Units (SPIUs) on the implementation of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH) prevention and response action plan under the Project, building on global best practice on addressing the risk of gender based violence (GBV)
- Supporting GBV/SEAH Risk Management requirements including performing risk assessments, additional identification, prevention, risk mitigation, and response to GBV risks, including SEAH related to project implementation
- Championed effective and efficient ways to support implementation of appropriate measures to make projects safer for women and children
Emergency and Operations Centre Clinical Psychologist
Kenya Red Cross Society
05.2021 - Current
- Developed MHPSS Assessment Tools: Created and piloted mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) assessment data collection tools in Tana River and Lamu counties, marking the first-ever assessment of its kind in Kenya
- Program Design and Training: Collaborated with project managers to design the MHPSS program for the National Police Service
- Led the first phase of training for Kenya Police service providers as the lead trainer for Kenya Red Cross
- Psychological Assessment and Therapy: Provided psychological assessments and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families with complex mental health issues, including substance use disorders
- Crisis Intervention: Delivered psychological first aid and other MHPSS strategies during crises and disasters
- Therapeutic Interventions: Offered psychotherapy to address a wide range of psychological problems, counseling individuals, groups, or families to understand issues, manage crises, and develop action plans
- Diagnosis and Treatment Planning: Formulated comprehensive diagnoses and treatment plans to optimize follow-up care, linking clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes
- Mental Health Sensitization: Led mental health sensitization programs for Kenya Red Cross staff and volunteers, providing workplace counseling
- Media Representation: Represented Kenya Red Cross in interviews on MHPSS and climate change, and digital MHPSS conducted by the London School of Economics in collaboration with IFRC
- Featured in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement MHPSS magazine on mental health in September 2021
- MHPSS Reporting: Coordinated and oversaw MHPSS reporting, ensuring timely report submission, data quality, and consistency
Clinical Psychologist
PsychoAfrica Solutions
01.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented mental health and wellbeing programs tailored to corporate clients
- Conducted clinical assessments and diagnoses to identify mental health issues and provided treatment plans
- Conducted training sessions on various mental health issues, including stress management, resilience, work-life balance, and GBV/PSEAH prevention
- Provided individual and group counseling to employees, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, workplace stress, and support for GBV survivors
- Collaborated with Human Resources and management to create supportive policies and practices, including GBV and PSEAH policies
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of mental health and GBV initiatives, making data-driven improvement
Mental health, SRH/GBV Project Officer
Kenya Red Cross Society
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Mental Health Program Development: Designed mental health programs for both host communities and refugees, supporting Kenya Red Cross staff in addressing mental health issues
- Staff Mental Health Screening: Conducted mental health screenings for staff to inform mental health strategies and instruments, creating work environments that promote employee wellbeing
- Training GBV Healthcare Providers: Trained GBV healthcare providers on mental health services for GBV survivors, including a survivor-centered approach
- Clinical Support Supervision: Offered clinical support supervision to psychologists attached to Kakuma and Kalobeyei refugee camps/resettlements
- Increased MHPSS Availability: Assisted 500 GBV survivors and at-risk individuals (both refugees and host community) with mental health and psychosocial support services
- Community and Health Promoter Training: Trained and empowered 240 community and safe motherhood health promoters on GBV awareness, referral pathways, and psychosocial support for survivors
Clinical Psychologist
Ministry of Health
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Supervision and Leadership: Supervised the facility counseling psychologist and led the provision of Psychological First Aid (PFA) for COVID-19 patients in isolation wards
- Crisis Communication: Led in breaking news and providing PFA to families of deceased patients
- Psychosocial Support: Offered psychosocial support and trauma counseling to GBV survivors, aiding in keying GBV data into data source registers
- MHPSS for COVID-19 Patients: Provided MHPSS to individuals receiving COVID-19 positive results in isolation/critical care units, suspects, and their relatives
- Community Mental Health Support: Offered mental health psychological first aid to community members and supported healthcare workers in different facilities within Kiambu County by offering MHPSS
- Volunteer Work: Partnered with Red Cross Kiambu County to volunteer in offering community MHPSS
Radio Presenter - Mental Health Expert
Thokoa Media Group
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Psychoeducation: Hosted talk shows on mental health, safe relationships, gender sensitivity, and GBV
- Youth Engagement: Conducted programs for teens on risky behaviors, peer pressure, and informed life choices
- Audience Interaction: Engaged with audience members through calls, social media, and commentary
- Station Management: Managed the radio station and provided psychosocial support to staff
Clinical Psychologist Intern
Kenyatta National Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Treatment Plan Development: Worked closely with mental health department managers to develop treatment plans for all patients
- Psychometric Testing and Interviews: Performed psychometric testing and interviews to determine clients’ mental status
- Therapy and Treatment: Met with clients regularly to provide therapy and treatment, organized and oversaw group therapy sessions
- Psychosocial Support: Offered psychosocial support to hospital employees and their loved ones
- Referrals and Evaluations: Referred patients to psychiatrists and other physicians as needed, administered mental evaluations and tests to applicants and employees
Program Officer
LVCT Health Kenya
11.2015 - 07.2019
- Workplace Mental Health Program: Championed and initiated a Workplace Mental Health Wellbeing program, creating awareness and providing clinical screening and testing for staff
- Psychosocial Support Coordination: Coordinated psychosocial support and trauma counseling for sexual violence survivors in Baringo and Kiambu counties
- Leadership in Psychological Support: Led psychological support for people living with HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ individuals, and sex workers
- Mentorship Program: Enrolled 3,500 adolescent girls and young women (AGYWs) into a mentorship and support program (DREAMS)
- GBV Case Identification: Identified GBV cases among AGYWs and ensured appropriate services, including legal and psychosocial support
- Community Sensitization: Conducted community sensitization and psycho-education to address gender norms and reduce GBV cases
- Resource Management: Managed organizational resources and ensured accurate program data reporting
- Advocacy and Relationship Building: Established strong working relationships with community and county government institutions through lobbying and advocacy
Education
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) - Clinical Psychology
USIU-Africa
Nairobi, Kenya09-2028
Master of Arts - Gender and Developmental Studies
Egerton University
Nakuru, Kenya 10.2024
OHS -International General Certificate (NEBOSH) -
SHEild
South Africa10.2024
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
USIU Africa
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Egerton University
Nakuru, Kenya 01.2014
Diploma - Community Development & Social Work
RIDS
01.2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School -
Katangi High School
01.1995
Skills
- Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association Membership Number: KCPA2620/13
- Kenya Psychological Association, Accredited Clinical Psychologist
- Kenya Counselors and Psychologists Board, Registered and Licensed Clinical Psychologist Registration Number: C&P/P/0029/2023 License Number: C&P/P/0029/1108
- National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), Partnering Mental Health Expert
Accomplishments
- Successfully designed and implemented corporate mental health and wellbeing programs, improving employee satisfaction and productivity.
- Conducted comprehensive clinical assessments and diagnoses, providing tailored mental health interventions for employees.
- Developed and reviewed organizational policies on GBV and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH), ensuring safe and supportive work environments.
- Conducted over 50 training sessions on mental health awareness, stress management, resilience building, and GBV/PSEAH prevention for corporate employees.
- Led multiple projects focused on mental health and psychosocial support, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
- Spearheaded campaigns to raise awareness about mental health and GBV issues in the workplace, resulting in increased engagement and support from senior management.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions, addressing a wide range of mental health issues and supporting GBV survivors.
Certification
2021
- Psychological First Aid, Ministry of Health
2021
- COVID-19 MHPSS Tools and Guidelines, Ministry of Health
2021
- Quality Rights (QA), Ministry of Health
2009
- Trauma Counselling, Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
2009
- Child Counselling, Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
2008
- HIV Testing and Counselling, NASCOP
References
Dr. Oscar Githua
Forensic Psychologist Assistant Professor of Psychology
United States International University-Africa
Tel: +254 727 509 312
Email: oscargithua@gmail.com
Dorcas Khasowa
MHPSS /PGI Manager
Kenya Red Cross Society
Telephone no: +254 722 858 215
Email: khasowa.dorcas@redcross.or.ke
Rukia Abubakar
Turkana County Coordinator
Kenya Red Cross Society
Telephone no: +254 708 374 181
Email: abubakar.rukia@redcross.or.ke
Timeline
Lead Consultant GBV_SEAH/ Mental health
World-Bank funded project- Horn of Africa Ground Water for Resilience
07.2023 - Current
Mental health, SRH/GBV Project Officer
Kenya Red Cross Society
09.2022 - 12.2023
Emergency and Operations Centre Clinical Psychologist
Kenya Red Cross Society
05.2021 - Current
Clinical Psychologist
Ministry of Health
08.2020 - 02.2021
Clinical Psychologist
PsychoAfrica Solutions
01.2020 - Current
Radio Presenter - Mental Health Expert
Thokoa Media Group
07.2019 - 01.2020
Clinical Psychologist Intern
Kenyatta National Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2019
Program Officer
LVCT Health Kenya
11.2015 - 07.2019
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School -
Katangi High School
2021
- Psychological First Aid, Ministry of Health
2021
- COVID-19 MHPSS Tools and Guidelines, Ministry of Health
2021
- Quality Rights (QA), Ministry of Health
2009
- Trauma Counselling, Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
2009
- Child Counselling, Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
2008
- HIV Testing and Counselling, NASCOP
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) - Clinical Psychology
USIU-Africa
Master of Arts - Gender and Developmental Studies
Egerton University
OHS -International General Certificate (NEBOSH) -
SHEild
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
USIU Africa
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Egerton University
Diploma - Community Development & Social Work
RIDS
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