Peter Mjomba
@petermjomba
Licensed medical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy, substance use, and MHPSS.
What I'm looking for
I am a licensed medical psychologist with clinical and community-based experience delivering evidence-based psychotherapy across inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, and workplace settings. I specialize in substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, group therapy, psychosocial support (MHPSS), and collaborative multidisciplinary care.
I have led regional community development and outreach initiatives, provided private practice therapy for international platforms, and supported humanitarian responses with psychosocial services. My work emphasizes measurable patient outcomes, ethical practice, and building accessible mental health programs for corporate and humanitarian contexts.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Regional Developer & Coach
Umoja Greenlands
May 2025 - Present (9 months)
Led development of the Effective Altruism East Africa community, organized events and member onboarding, and secured partnerships and funding opportunities to advance high-impact initiatives.
Youth Member and Volunteer
Kenya Red Cross Society
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Participated in humanitarian response, community outreach, psychosocial support, and public health promotion initiatives in Mombasa.
Private Practice Therapist
Private Practice
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Delivered individual, couples, and family psychotherapy to a global client base via partnerships with international platforms, advocated workplace mental health, and coordinated care with psychiatrists for comprehensive treatment.
Medical Psychologist
RiMa Serene Medical Centre
Sep 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Provided psychotherapy, case management, and aftercare planning for inpatient and outpatient clients, coordinated psychiatric reviews and medication administration, improving continuity of care across services.
Psychology Intern
RiMa Serene Medical Centre
Apr 2022 - Aug 2022 (4 months)
Delivered SUD therapy and counselling, assisted in drug administration and occupational therapy activities, and supported psychiatric appointments and patient wellbeing alongside clinical staff.
Volunteer
International Humanity Foundation
Mar 2020 - Apr 2022 (2 years 1 month)
Supported mentorship, team training, and community education programs for children and underserved populations.
Volunteer
Believe Mental Health Care Organization
Nov 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years)
Contributed to community mental health awareness and outreach activities focused on prevention and early intervention.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Moi University
Bachelor of Science, Medical Psychology
Activities and societies: Participated in clinical placements and community mental health outreach; engaged in internship and volunteer programs.
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Medical Psychology at Moi University, focusing on clinical and community mental health practice.
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