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Irene Belio

@irenebelio

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Counseling Psychologist helping clients manage problems and build effective, self-directed coping.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a busy, challenging environment with minimum supervision where I can apply counseling skills—individual and group—run educational sessions, and develop strong treatment planning and aftercare outcomes with integrity.

I’m a highly self-motivated Counseling Psychologist with a strong passion for helping clients manage their problems, live effectively, and become better at helping themselves in everyday life. My work is centered on comprehensive assessment, diagnostic impressions, and individualized treatment planning.

Since August 2018, I’ve served as a Moi University Staff Counselor (HRSS), where I compile comprehensive assessments and prepare diagnostic impressions. I develop individualized treatment plans with goals, interventions, necessary support or referrals, and I also run aftercare and client disengagement plans. I conduct individual counseling sessions for staff/family members, including crisis intervention when needed.

I also facilitate group counseling and educational programs, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), and Therapeutic Community Counseling (TCC). Beyond university counseling, I’ve trained classes as a trainer at Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling, supported HIV/AIDS counseling and education at AMPATH, and provided PSS and follow-ups for PLWHA at Nandi Hills District Hospital—always with careful documentation, confidentiality, and a commitment to improving outcomes through supervision and continued learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Staff Counselor

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Moi University

Aug 2018 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Provided individual and group counseling for university staff and families, developing diagnostic impressions and individualized treatment plans. Delivered CBT, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and Therapeutic Community Counseling, and maintained confidential client documentation and crisis-support services.

Diagnostics Treatment Planning Group Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)Therapeutic Community Counseling (TCC)Crisis Intervention Documentation Confidentiality

Administrative Assistance

Moi University

Sep 2014 - Aug 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Supported administrative and program activities including research, advocacy, networking, and capacity building. Contributed to partnerships, workshops, and related coordination work.

Research Support Advocacy Networking Capacity Building Partnerships Workshop Coordination Administrative Assistance Program Support Stakeholder Engagement event support

Counseling Trainer

Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling

Feb 2013 - Jul 2014 (1 year 5 months)

Trained internal and external clients according to course guidelines and facilitated class delivery. Provided personal therapy as part of the program and conducted training through seminars and special forums.

Training Delivery Training Facilitation Learning Delivery

Counselor (CCC)

Nandi Hills District Hospital

Mar 2011 - May 2011 (2 months)

Provided psychosocial support to PLWHA and organized support groups and follow-ups. Delivered HIV education using counseling skills appropriate to client needs in the CCC setting.

Counseling For PLWHA

HIV/AIDS Mentee

AMPATH

Jun 2012 - Present (13 years 10 months)

Assisted with HIV/AIDS education for clients and supported pre- and post-test counseling based on MOH PITC protocols. Followed testing procedures, handled session termination, provided referral options, and maintained proper MOH documentation.

Pre Test Counseling Post Test Counseling PITC (MOH Protocols)HIV Testing Counseling Support Referrals Session Termination MOH 362 Documentation