ROSA SANAU SUPEYO
Summary
Compassionate, solutions-oriented Marriage and Family Therapist with seven years extensive experience with a passion for helping children and families build healthy and sustainable family systems. Committed to building trusting relationships and creating effective treatment plans to facilitate awareness, growth and change. Sensitive to diverse cultures and person centered counseling techniques. Efficient trainer and Known for strong communication, active listening and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Marama Therapy
12.2019 - Current
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy, to facilitate positive outcomes
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards
- Provide Trainer for Trainer sessions on counselling techniques, methodologies and best practices for building capacity of counselors
- Offer targeted counselling support and intervention programs tailored towards requirements of our clients
- Administer comprehensive assessments to identify clients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans
- Advocate for the importance of counselling in different platforms
- Attend relevant workshops, training and conferences to enhance professional development and stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
- Served as a resource for staff training in mental health topics, promoting a well-informed workplace environment.
Part-time counselor
Still A MUM
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Offered trainings to various stakeholders in maternal health on respectful bereavement care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Provided Group counseling for grieving families who had experienced infant loss
- Co-developed and ran Bereavement Care training for medics and social workers in Nairobi, Kiambu and Mombasa counties.
- Facilitated support groups by organizing and leading support sessions, creating a safe space for families to share experiences, express emotions, and find solace in a supportive community.
- Collaborated with community resources: Forged partnerships with local support organizations eg Jacaranda Hospital, enhancing the firm's ability to provide comprehensive assistance and referrals for additional services.
Volunteer Counselor
Hope World Wide.
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Provided legal aid information for gender based victims and educated them on their rights
- Provided psychosocial support for gender based violence victims
- Educated young girls on self-awareness and taught them life skills.
Education
Certificate in Trainer of Trainers/Facilitators( ToT/F) -
Kenya Institute of Business And Counseling Studies
11.2023
Higher Diploma in Psychological Counselling (Marriage and Family therapy) -
Kenya Institute of Business and Counseling Studies (KIBCo).
01.2018
Bachelor of Laws -
Moi University
01.2015
Skills
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Extensive experience as a Trainer of Trainers (TOT) in counseling
- Excellent facilitation skills, workshop organization, and participatory workshops using online platforms
- Team player and ability to work under minimal supervision
- Knowledge and confidence in discussing gender sensitive issues with a wide range of groups, individuals and actors with respect to cultural beliefs
- Self-driven and passionate about the field of counseling
- Effective leader
Accomplishments
· Developed and implemented a group therapy program that targeted individuals with father wounds , with the other program targeting child hood trauma survivors. These increased overall client engagement by 20%. The group programs had successfully done 4 cohorts by December 2023 at Marama Therapy.
· Maintained a caseload with high client satisfaction ratings, consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets.
· Received positive feedback from clients and colleagues for demonstrating empathy, cultural competence, and effective communication skills.
· Made expert contribution on trauma,violence and abuse in a book by Tatu Reginaldah "Me: A journey to freedom."
· Co- developed training manuals for Still A Mum Foundation, one that was used to facilitate group therapy sessions, and the other to train medic professionals on bereavement care.
· Featured on TV and radio shows giving expert opinion on various psychological issues.
Trained organizations on various mental health areas. Partner organizations include Nyandarua county assembly, Adoption is Beautiful, Hekima Place Trust, Still A Mum, P.C.E.A Ruai East Parish.
Affiliations
- Kenya counselling and Psychological Association - Associate counsellor, KCPA no. 5451/19
- Counsellors & Psychologists (C&P) Board – Reg no C&P/C/1047/2024
References
- Wanjiru Kihusa, Still A Mum Foundation, CEO, +254 723 220063
- Joan Kirera, Elpis Counselors, Director, +254 721 859 922
- Joyce Muthugia, NCBA Bank, Ruaka, Branch manager, 0726 477230
Timeline
Program Director
Marama Therapy
12.2019 - Current
Part-time counselor
Still A MUM
02.2018 - 12.2019
Volunteer Counselor
Hope World Wide.
01.2017 - 04.2017
Certificate in Trainer of Trainers/Facilitators( ToT/F) -
Kenya Institute of Business And Counseling Studies
Higher Diploma in Psychological Counselling (Marriage and Family therapy) -
Kenya Institute of Business and Counseling Studies (KIBCo).
Bachelor of Laws -
Moi University
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