john chege
@johnchege2
Counseling psychologist and community health practitioner driving patient-centered mental health outcomes.
What I'm looking for
I am a counseling psychology professional with extensive experience in community health, project management, and direct therapeutic care. I have worked as a project officer, counselor, intern, and volunteer, applying counseling techniques and community-based approaches to improve client outcomes.
In my roles I have provided therapy for substance abuse and stress management, facilitated partnerships with county and national health stakeholders, secured funding, and managed project communications and operations. I have delivered pro bono services, supervised data collection, and improved access to care through client referrals and coordination with health providers.
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology and hold multiple diplomas and certificates in counseling, trauma counseling, and resource mobilization. I emphasize confidentiality, evidence-based practice such as REBT therapy, and practical use of tools (including AI for data collection) to enhance service delivery and program impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Officer & Counselor
Africa Health and Nutrition
Sep 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Managed maternal and neonatal health projects and secured funding to expand community healthcare services; provided therapy (stress, substance abuse) that improved patient outcomes and increased access to care. Facilitated partnerships with county and national health stakeholders and improved operational efficiency through administrative support and project communications.
Counselor
Self-Employed
Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Provided individual therapy for substance abuse and trauma, directing clients to specialized care and delivering pro bono services to 30+ clients during COVID-19, improving outcomes by 40% for referred patients. Maintained compliant medical documentation and collaborated with mental health providers on interventions.
Marketing Intern
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
Aug 2018 - Jan 2019 (5 months)
Supported marketing efforts that increased client/student acquisition and boosted sales by ~20% through customer service and outreach; compiled weekly/monthly reports to analyze performance and contributed to content and collateral ideation.
Counseling Intern
Living Positive Kenya
Mar 2018 - Aug 2018 (5 months)
Delivered individual and group counseling for clients with HIV-related issues, maintained confidential client records, and produced monthly departmental reports to support program delivery.
Project Officer
Africa Health and Nutrition
Jan 2017 - Apr 2018 (1 year 3 months)
Developed work plans and budgets, represented the organization to partners and stakeholders, and managed daily project activities to align scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
MNTE Supervisor
Ministry of Health & UNICEF
Jan 2018 - Mar 2018 (2 months)
Supervised data collection teams for maternal and neonatal tetanus elimination activities, ensured accurate daily reporting and escalated maternal/neonatal death cases for investigation.
Volunteer
Living Positive Kenya
Nov 2014 - Oct 2015 (11 months)
Organized home visits and support groups for PLWHA, assisted with home-based care and administrative tasks, and gathered stakeholder feedback to improve services and processes.
Community Health Intern
Embulbul Catholic Dispensary
Sep 2014 - Jan 2015 (4 months)
Supported MCH clinic operations, recorded vitals and immunizations for up to 50 children weekly achieving 95% adherence, executed defaulter tracing reducing missed appointments by 40%, and conducted 50+ home visits monthly.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tangaza University College
Bachelor of Arts, Counselling Psychology
2022 -
Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Counselling Psychology with coursework enhancing counseling techniques and case management applied in professional roles.
Kenya Institute of Development Studies
Diploma, Community Health and Development
2015 - 2015
Completed a Diploma in Community Health and Development focusing on community health interventions and program implementation.
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
Diploma, Counseling Psychology
2022 -
Completed a Diploma in Counseling Psychology providing foundational counseling skills and practical internship experience.
Short courses and certifications
Certificate, Counseling; Resource Mobilization
Completed certificates in Trauma Counselling, Counseling Psychology, and Resource Mobilization to supplement counseling and project skills.
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Software and tools used professionally
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