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LOISE WANJIRU RUKWARO
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LOISE WANJIRU RUKWARO

Licensed Counselling Psychologist, Wellness Consultant
Nairobi

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Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Counseling PsychologistWellness CoordinatorWellness Specialist

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: NairobiCanadaGermanyAustraliaUnited States
Open to relocation: Yes

Summary

Licensed Counselling Psychologist with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and a background in International Relations, offering multidisciplinary experience across mental health care, workplace wellness, training, facilitation, client engagement, and stakeholder management. Experienced in delivering evidence-based psychological support, developing and implementing wellbeing programs, and building collaborative relationships within diverse cultural and organizational contexts. Leveraging clinical expertise, cross-cultural awareness, and strategic communication, I help individuals and organizations strengthen resilience, foster wellbeing, and achieve sustainable growth.

Overview

4
4
Certifications
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Counselling Psychologist

Acuity Plus Mental Health (Assigned to Teleperformance-Kenya)
07.2024 - Current
  • Deliver counselling and wellness services to a culturally diverse workforce across a multinational Pan-African organization.
  • Facilitate resilience training and personal development programs to enhance employee wellbeing and coping capacity.
  • Support client growth through evidence-based interventions and practical coping strategies.
  • Maintain confidential client records and documentation in accordance with professional standards.
  • Uphold ethical practice and client confidentiality in all areas of service delivery.
  • Support organizational effectiveness through wellness-focused interventions and employee wellbeing initiatives.

Counselling Psychologist

Private Practice (Freelance)
11.2023 - Current
  • Deliver psychological services and wellness consultancy that enhance individual wellbeing and organizational effectiveness.
  • Develop and implement evidence-based mental health and resilience programs for diverse populations.
  • Facilitate training and wellbeing initiatives that promote awareness, engagement, and positive behavioral change.
  • Advise organizations on strategies that support employee wellbeing, psychological health, and workplace resilience.
  • Build strong stakeholder partnerships to drive sustainable wellness outcomes and foster supportive environments.

Administrative Officer

AljameaTus Saifiyah
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed administrative and immigration support services within the Tanzeem Department.
  • Coordinated passport processing and compliance requirements for students and staff.
  • Maintained accurate immigration records and documentation.
  • Prepared official correspondence and supporting documents for passport applications.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery and regulatory compliance.

Psychologist Attaché

The Place of Grace Children’s Home
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided psychological support and psychoeducation to children within a residential care setting.
  • Facilitated group sessions promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and personal growth.
  • Conducted psychological assessments and maintained accurate client records.
  • Supported caregivers and staff in fostering a positive and nurturing environment.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to ethical practice standards.

Psychologist Attaché

The Nairobi West Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Provided psychological support to inpatient and outpatient clients under supervision.
  • Conducted psychological assessments and supported treatment planning.
  • Offered grief and psychosocial support to patients' families and caregivers.
  • Promoted staff wellbeing through psychological support and resilience-focused interventions.
  • Maintained accurate clinical records while ensuring client confidentiality.

Business Development and Marketing Intern

Kenya Revenue Authority
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Supported business development and marketing initiatives for external corporate training programs.
  • Developed and maintained sector-based client databases to support outreach and engagement efforts.
  • Coordinated open and customized training programs, ensuring seamless planning and execution.
  • Conducted market research and identified opportunities for business growth and client acquisition.
  • Built and maintained relationships with corporate clients and key stakeholders.
  • Prepared reports, maintained accurate records, and supported customer satisfaction assessments.
  • Assisted in mentoring and coordinating new attachés within the External Trainings Section.

Sales and Marketing Intern

Generics Africa Limited
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Identified and engaged prospective clients to support business growth and market expansion.
  • Conducted market analysis to inform business development and sales strategies.
  • Fostered productive stakeholder relationships and client engagement.
  • Facilitated effective communication between stakeholders to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
  • Maintained accurate reports and records to support operational decision-making.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Daystar University
Nairobi, Kenya
01-2023

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Security Studies

Daystar University
Nairobi, Kenya
01-2020

Skills

Leadership Skills

Documentation Management

Customer Relations

Expert problem solving

Research and Analytical skills

Networking Skills

Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Office Packages

Cross-Cultural Communication

Emotional Awareness

Analytical Thinking

Child Psychology

Substance Abuse Counseling

Grief Counselling

Change Management & Adversity Adaptation

Accomplishments

  • Published peer-reviewed research on parenting styles and self-esteem development among children and adolescents (2023).
  • Deliver counselling and wellness services to a culturally diverse workforce across a multinational Pan-African organization.
  • Design and facilitate mental health, resilience, and wellbeing programs that enhance employee wellbeing and organizational effectiveness.
  • Provide counselling, wellness, and resilience-focused services that promote individual as well as organizational wellbeing.

Affiliations

  • Kenya Counsellors and Psychologists Association

Certification

Licensed by the Ministry of Health: The Counsellors & Psychologist Board - Nairobi, Kenya

Interests

Counselling, Human Rights, Research, Writing

PUBLICATIONS

  • Title: An Assessment of the Relationship between Parenting Styles and Self-esteem among Children in Late Childhood and Adolescence. A Case of Tumaini Primary School in Kayole Zone, Embakasi West Sub-County, Nairobi County, Kenya
  • DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS.2023.7011131
  • Publication Date: December 2023
  • Description: Provides insights into child and adolescent psychosocial development, highlighting the role of positive parenting in promoting mental wellbeing and resilience.

Timeline

Associate Counselling Psychologist

Acuity Plus Mental Health (Assigned to Teleperformance-Kenya)
07.2024 - Current

Counselling Psychologist

Private Practice (Freelance)
11.2023 - Current

Administrative Officer

AljameaTus Saifiyah
10.2023 - 03.2024

Psychologist Attaché

The Place of Grace Children’s Home
08.2022 - 02.2023

Psychologist Attaché

The Nairobi West Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2022

Business Development and Marketing Intern

Kenya Revenue Authority
01.2021 - 12.2021

Sales and Marketing Intern

Generics Africa Limited
08.2020 - 01.2021

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Daystar University

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Security Studies

Daystar University

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