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Martin Mawira Rucha

Nairobi

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Counselling PsychologistProgramme AssistantVolunteer

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Location: Nairobi, KE
Open to relocation: Yes

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Summary

Experienced mental health professional with over a decade in the field of mental health. Skilled in therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, youth empowerment, programme leadership, partnership development and client assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at adapting to the changing needs of my clients, empathetic, and reliable. Passionate about strengthening youth mental health wellness and resilience in an ever-changing world.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselling Psychologist

Zawena Treatment Centre
Kiambu
03.2021 - Current
  • Designed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans tailored to the needs of clients from the National Police Service, Kenya Prison Service, and the Ministries of Interior and Immigration officers, enhancing resilience and reintegration.
  • Led outreach, psychoeducation, and advocacy campaigns to reduce stigma and promote youth inclusion.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support patient mental health recovery.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
  • Mentored junior psychologists in therapeutic techniques and ethical practices within counseling.
  • Evaluated client progress using standardized assessment tools, ensuring treatment effectiveness.
  • Led initiatives to improve service delivery processes, enhancing overall client satisfaction rates.
  • Offered basic IT support, including HIMS and insurance claims processing.

Resident Psychologist

Precision Counselling & Rehabilitation Home
Nairobi
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Led counselling programmes for youth and adults in recovery.
  • Designed and implemented rehabilitation programmes for the treatment of persons with SUD and other psychological challenges, enhancing resilience and reintegration.
  • Facilitated youth-focused group, individual, and family therapy sessions.
  • Led outreach, psychoeducation, and advocacy campaigns to reduce stigma and promote youth inclusion.
  • Offered basic IT support, including HIMS and insurance claims processing.
  • Led interdisciplinary team in developing individualized care plans for residents.
  • Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance residents' cognitive and emotional well-being.
  • Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development and enhancing team performance.
  • Monitored and assessed resident progress, providing feedback to optimize treatment approaches.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for residents.

Programme Assistant

NETT Consultants (French Embassy Project)
Nairobi
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Supported evaluation of development projects, data collection, data analysis and reporting.
  • Provided robust administrative support.

Volunteer

AMSTREF
Nairobi
01.2009 - 12.2014
  • Facilitated adult education classes at Kamiti Maximum Prison.
  • Supported project management and youth mentorship initiatives.
  • Provided robust administrative support.

Education

Certificate - Trauma & Psychological Debriefing

Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
Nairobi
01-2022

Foundations of Mental Health Coaching - Psychology

Light University
Virtual
12-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kenyatta University
Nairobi
08-2017

Skills

  • Programme Leadership & Supervision
  • Capacity Building & Training
  • Partnership & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Psychoeducation & Advocacy

Accomplishments

  • Developed treatment programmes reaching hundreds of beneficiaries, mostly youths.
  • Built partnerships with community leaders and organisations for youth inclusion.

Affiliations

  • Registered with the Kenya Counsellors and Psychologists Board (CPB)
  • Associate Counsellor - Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association
  • Member - International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
  • Member - International Society of Substance Use Professionals-Kenya (ISSUP-K)

Timeline

Counselling Psychologist

Zawena Treatment Centre
03.2021 - Current

Resident Psychologist

Precision Counselling & Rehabilitation Home
01.2015 - 01.2021

Programme Assistant

NETT Consultants (French Embassy Project)
01.2014 - 12.2014

Volunteer

AMSTREF
01.2009 - 12.2014

Certificate - Trauma & Psychological Debriefing

Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling

Foundations of Mental Health Coaching - Psychology

Light University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kenyatta University

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