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John Gacheru Gaiti

Counsellor/Therapist
Nakuru
John Gacheru Gaiti

Summary

Empathetic Counsellor/Therapist with extensive experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to Adolescents and adults. Expertise in PTSD, sexual assault and other trauma-related disorders. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.

Accomplished Person centered Therapist with over 15 years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral issues. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.

Overview

20
years of professional experience

Work History

TEL-a-FRIEND KENYA COUNSELLING SERVICES
Nakuru

Psychotherapist
01.2013 - Current

Job overview

  • Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.
  • Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques and other assessment methods.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
  • Guided clients in development of skills and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques.
  • Conducted meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, to clients and families.
  • Delivered mental health support for clients struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress, Depression and Generalized Anxiety disorder.
  • Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Partnered with multi-disciplinary treatment team as subject matter expert on psychosocial treatment of Clients/Patients.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Utilized integrated evidence-based interventions.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
  • Worked with clinical Psychologists, psychiatrists and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources and sign-posting
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Aided general practitioners and specialists with handling complex cases by consulting on psychological diagnoses and treatments.
  • Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
  • Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
  • Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
  • Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files and practiced ethical and safe record keeping.
  • Leveraged excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
  • Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
  • Provided consultancy services for various corporate and organizations.
  • Conducted Psychoeducational forums for parents and families to understand, care and support loved ones living with a diverse mental illness.

Amani Counselling Center And Training Institute
Nairobi

Counsellor
09.2008 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully introducing and implementing Information Technology at the workplace
  • Developed and utilized excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data collection, collation, entry, analysis and reporting..
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through training activities.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • I conducted counseling sessions for AMANI clients. I accumulated over 6,000 supervised client hours. My work as a therapist involved offering psychological interventions to Adults, Adolescents, Children and Families. The issues I addressed in therapy included: Depression, General Anxieties, Loss, grief and bereavement, Psycho-trauma and PTSD, Addictions to Alcohol, drugs and gambling, living positively with HIV, Surviving Cancer, Personality disorders, Gender Violence and Sexual Abuse, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity issues, Parenting problems, Divorce and Separation issues.
  • I trained students at Certificate and Diploma level on counseling theories, counseling skills and contextual issues.
  • I trained AMANI students on conducting scientific research and supervised their research projects.
  • I provided counseling supervision to counsellor trainees in practicum and those at AMANI on internship.
  • I conducted research for AMANI on contemporary issues affecting counseling as a profession.
  • I was instrumental in arranging partnerships with corporate and other organizations.
  • I responded to media questions (electronic and print) and conducted public psycho-education. I responded on issues at these media stations: KTN, NTV, K-24, CITIZEN TV, KBC, BBC radio, Daily Nation and The Standard Newspaper.

Kenya Association Of Professional Counsellors (KAPC)
Nairobi

Counsellor Trainer
01.2004 - 08.2008

Job overview

  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Trained psychological counselors at Diploma and Degree level.
  • Offered counsellor supervision to students in practicum.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed Passion about learning and commitment to continual improvement.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring Trainees and learners


Education

University of Durham
Durham-UK

Master of Arts from Counseling
05.2001 - 04.2003

University Overview

KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
MERU-KENYA

Bachelor of Arts from COUNSELLING
04.2008 - 07.2010

University Overview

Commercial And Technical Training Centre
Nairobi-Kenya

Associate of Applied Science from Hotel Management
04.1994 - 01.1995

University Overview

Skills

    Psychosocial assessment

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Affiliations

Affiliations
  • MEMBER OF THE KENYA COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION (KCPA) MEMBERSHIP NUMBER KCPA/07527/22.
  • MEMBER OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF SUBSTANCE USE PROFESSIONALS-ISSUP
  • MENTAL HEALTH INNOVATION NETWORK


Interests

Research, Academic paper writing, books writing, on-line counselling, journal editing, Employee Assistance Programs, Students welfare, wellness training, mind-body connection in Trauma resolution, studies in mediation, peace building, work-place counselling, Pastoral Counselling and public psycho-education

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Psychotherapist
TEL-a-FRIEND KENYA COUNSELLING SERVICES
01.2013 - Current
Counsellor
Amani Counselling Center And Training Institute
09.2008 - 08.2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts from COUNSELLING
04.2008 - 07.2010
Counsellor Trainer
Kenya Association Of Professional Counsellors (KAPC)
01.2004 - 08.2008
University of Durham
Master of Arts from Counseling
05.2001 - 04.2003
Commercial And Technical Training Centre
Associate of Applied Science from Hotel Management
04.1994 - 01.1995

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