Japheth

Mr Japheth Githinji

Counselor

“An experienced, skilled and very knowledgeable counseling psychologist, who is also an International Certified Addiction Professional”

About Me

As an experienced and skilled Counseling psychologist, I offer a knowledgeable space. My expertise as an International Certified Addiction Professional helps me understand the complexities of dependency. I guide clients through challenges, building resilience and developing practical strategies. My approach suits individuals navigating difficult life transitions. I also support those seeking lasting recovery from dependency.

Approach

Clinical training and addiction certification shape a steady, practical rhythm in sessions where we set clear goals, track progress, and attend closely to emotional safety. In Nairobi or online, sessions blend focused assessment, trauma-aware listening and collaborative skill-building—sometimes with short coaching tasks between meetings or invitations for family members to join when helpful. I work at a measured pace, offering direct feedback and behavioural experiments that feel manageable. People navigating dependency, trauma or major life shifts often find this structured, compassionate approach useful.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

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    Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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    Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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    Skills Training

    Structured programmes that teach practical coping and life skills, such as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

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Works With:

  • •All ages
  • •Communities
  • •Families

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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    Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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Professional Title:

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    Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Qualifications

Saint Paul's University

Support for Addiction Prevention and Treatment in Africa (SAPTA)

Registrations

International Certified Addiction Professional

Addiction Treatment

Service Area

Nairobi

In-person & Online

Nairobi, Central

Kenya