Professional Summary

I am a Counseling Psychologist, Senior Probation Officer, Lecturer, and Therapist with extensive experience in mental health intervention, psychosocial support, rehabilitation, community corrections, and academic facilitation. My professional journey spans government service, university teaching, clinical practice, and research — giving me a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, restorative justice, and person-centered therapeutic approaches.

My work focuses on strengthening emotional wellbeing, enhancing rehabilitation outcomes, developing behavior-change programs, and supporting vulnerable and justice-involved individuals through evidence-based psychosocial interventions.

Academic & Teaching Engagement

As an Associate Lecturer at Mount Kenya University, I facilitate teaching, assessment, student mentorship, and academic guidance in Counseling Psychology programs. My teaching emphasizes reflective learning, emotional intelligence, research literacy, and the application of psychological principles to real-life settings.

I have supervised assessments, supported academic writing, guided research development, and contributed to curriculum delivery in areas such as psychological assessment, counseling skills, trauma management, and social development.

Professional Experience Overview

• Senior Probation Officer (2017–Present): Experienced in social inquiry, pre-sentence reporting, advisory reports, rehabilitation planning, victim–offender mediation, family counseling, community reintegration, and crime prevention programs.
• Associate Lecturer, Mount Kenya University: Teaching, course facilitation, assessments, mentorship, and supervision of academic growth.
• Therapist, Mindful Healing Therapy: Providing counseling, trauma support, drug & substance use therapy, and mental health guidance to adolescents and adults.
• Research Experience: Participated in large-scale surveys and field research with Kimetrica, KNBS, and national data collection projects — applying digital tools such as CAPI, KoboToolbox, and ODK.
• Case Management & Rehabilitation: Skilled in crisis intervention, offender supervision, behavior-change programs, restorative justice, and structured rehabilitation support.
• Software & Tools Proficiency: Competent in SPSS, NVivo, Excel, ODK/Kobo, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, virtual teaching tools (Zoom, Google Meet), and digital documentation/reporting systems.

Core Strengths

Summary Statement

I am dedicated to advancing mental health, strengthening rehabilitation systems, promoting academic excellence, and supporting community wellbeing through counseling, research, teaching, and ethical leadership. With a blended background in psychology, social development, and community corrections, I am well positioned to contribute meaningfully as a Lecturer, mental health practitioner, researcher, and mentor.