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Wess Kahara

@wesskahara

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Counseling Psychologist and social worker focused on trauma-informed rehabilitation and client advocacy.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a counseling role where I can support clients through trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy—especially in rehabilitation and oncology settings—while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, running support groups, and growing my clinical practice.

I’m a Counseling Psychologist and social worker with a strong academic foundation in sociology and social work, complemented by ongoing psychological counselling training. I provide individual and group counseling for clients facing addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges, and I’m committed to crisis interventions, aftercare planning, and evidence-based support.

In rehabilitation and treatment settings, I develop personalized treatment plans, conduct progress evaluations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care. I also deliver psychosocial support for cancer patients and their families using empathetic, culturally sensitive approaches, and I lead workshops and support groups focused on coping strategies, relapse prevention, emotional well-being, and anger management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Counseling Psychologist

Nobility House Rehabilitation And Treatment Centre

May 2024 - Sep 2024 (4 months)

Provided individual and group counseling for clients with addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. Developed personalized treatment plans, facilitated workshops and support groups, and delivered crisis interventions with aftercare planning and anger management techniques.

Group Therapy Facilitation Treatment Planning Crisis Intervention Addiction Counseling Trauma Informed Care Aftercare Anger Management Techniques Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Counseling Psychologist

Advanced Cancer Centre

Feb 2024 - May 2024 (3 months)

Provided psychological support to cancer patients and their families using empathetic, culturally sensitive approaches. Advocated for holistic wellbeing by addressing emotional, physical, and social impacts of diagnosis and treatment.

Empathetic Crisis Support Holistic Wellbeing Advocacy Critical Thinking

Addiction Counselor (Intern)

Care-Tech Medical And Rehabilitation Centre

May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)

Delivered confidential one-on-one counseling and facilitated group therapy and psychoeducation for clients experiencing addiction and related relationship and communication challenges. Developed case conceptualizations and treatment plans, monitored client progress, and supported clients through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings and support groups.

CBT Group Therapy Case Conceptualization Treatment Planning Progress Monitoring Active Listening Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Support

Interior Design Associate

Beam Brands

Nov 2022 - Mar 2023 (4 months)

Supported client communication and relationship management while contributing to creative problem-solving and aesthetic decisions. Integrated psychological principles into branding strategies to improve client engagement.

Client Relationship Management Brand Strategy Problem Solving Client Engagement Psychological Principles Application Team Collaboration Digital Print Media Familiarity Time Management

Interior Design Associate

Inka Solutions

Sep 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year)

Managed multiple interior design and branding projects while maintaining academic commitments. Collaborated with a team to deliver projects on schedule using strong time management and organizational skills.

Project Coordination Time Management Organizational Skills Team Collaboration Scheduling Client Communication Branding Prioritization