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Mutana Wairimu

@mutanawairimu

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Counseling psychologist focused on trauma-informed, accessible mental health support and effective counseling outcomes.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a supportive mental health role where I can deliver trauma-informed counseling, facilitate group and youth programming, and contribute to evidence-based care within a collaborative team.

I’m a counseling psychology graduate with a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience in drug dependence counseling, rehabilitation, and mental health support. I bring active listening, crisis intervention, and careful case documentation to every client and program I support.

Through roles such as DDT Counselor for opium addiction recovery and my counseling internship at Kenyatta National Hospital Youth Centre, I’ve facilitated individual therapy sessions, supported evidence-based planning, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve engagement and adherence. I also lead and coordinate group activities, ensuring safe, structured environments for youth and children.

I’m passionate about mental health advocacy and trauma-informed care—especially creating compassionate, accessible support systems within hospitals, schools, and communities. I also support learning and program improvement through outcome evaluation design and qualitative research (interviews and focus groups) to better meet community mental health needs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Counseling Volunteer

Current

Lilly Academy

Jan 2026 - Present (5 months)

Supervised and guided children during group activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Used games, storytelling, and art activities to encourage participation while applying active listening, patience, and empathy.

Group Facilitation Active Listening Crisis Awareness Empathy Case Documentation Team Coordination

Current

Sunday School Lead Teacher

Current

Nairobi Chapel

Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 3 months)

Led and mentored children through engaging faith-based lessons and activities, coordinating group dynamics and schedules. Chaperoned children during camps and outings, ensuring safety, well-being, and effective participation.

Mentoring Group Child Safeguarding Lesson planning Communication Scheduling Team Coordination

DDT Counselor

Nairobi Outreach Services Trust

Nov 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Facilitated over 70 individual therapy sessions for opium addiction recovery, improving patient engagement and adherence to therapy. Developed personalized treatment plans with multidisciplinary teams, facilitated youth and women support groups, and documented client records ethically and confidentially.

Addiction Counseling Individual Therapy Treatment Planning Trauma Informed Care

Research Volunteer

We Hold a Hand Foundation

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 (2 months)

Designed and analyzed outcome evaluations for group therapy sessions to measure participant mental well-being impact. Conducted interviews and focus groups to assess community mental health needs and inform program development.

Outcomes Evaluations Qualitative Research Interview Focus Groups Program Development literature review Data Analysis Mental Health Research

Counseling Intern

Kenyatta National Hospital Youth Centre

Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)

Developed and implemented youth programs in collaboration with staff and other interns, supporting weekly activities for 150+ youth. Conducted intake interviews and psychological assessments, coordinating care with psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers.

Psychological Assessment Program Coordination Patient Support Team Collaboration Case Management

Counseling Volunteer

Joykam Academy

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)

Facilitated psycho-educational workshops on mental health, self-esteem, and conflict resolution. Provided crisis intervention support during emotional or disciplinary emergencies and collaborated with teachers and parents to develop behavior support plans.

Self Esteem Education Conflict Resolution Crisis Intervention Behavioral Support Plans Trauma Informed Care Group Facilitation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Coursera

Certificate in Social Psychology and Group Dynamics, Social Psychology & Group Dynamics

2024 - 2024

Completed a Coursera certificate in Social Psychology and group dynamics. Focused on how individual behavior interacts with groups.

KCA University

Bachelor of Arts, Counseling Psychology

2020 - 2024

Grade: Second-upper class honors

Completed a BA in Counseling Psychology at KCA University, graduating with second-upper class honors. Built a strong academic foundation for counseling and mental health support.