Joan

Joan Kamere, MMFT

Registered Counselor

Verified

“I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, rather than simply manage the symptoms. At the heart of my work is a desire to be a catalyst for lifelong positive change in the lives of everyone I work with.”

About Me

I’ve always been curious about what shapes us; why we think, feel, behave, and relate to others the way we do. That curiosity led me to pursuing a career in psychology. Along the way, I came to understand that knowing about the human mind is only part of the story. Our experiences, relationships, families, and environments all shape who we become. My own journey of self-discovery is a big part of why I became drawn to systemic therapy and to looking beyond the presenting problem to understand what may be happening underneath it. I believe therapy can be both challenging and deeply rewarding.

Approach

Therapy with me is a structured approach that involves honest conversations, thoughtful questions, reflection, and practical tools you can apply in your everyday life. I draw from evidence-based theories and tailor therapy to your needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all formula. My goal is for you to leave therapy not only feeling more equipped to handle what brought you in, but with a deeper understanding of yourself and the ability to create healthier, more sustainable patterns moving forward.
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Languages:

English

Fees:

Direct payment

In-person & Online

Services

Individual Therapy: Develop coping skills | Heal from trauma | Increase emotional regulation | Self-exploration & understanding | Reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression | Enhance well-being Couples Therapy: Improve communication skills | Rebuild trust | Learn conflict resolution skills | Strengthen intimacy Children's Therapy: Academic pressure | Bullying | Changing family dynamics (separation/ divorce) | Social difficulties Family Therapy: Loss & grief | Communication breakdowns | Parenting disagreements | Blended family dynamics | Support through transitions | Behavioral issues Structured programs: Premarital Counseling (8-weeks) | Parenting Program (6-weeks) | Self-worth Program (6-weeks)

Services Offered:

  • Trauma Counselling

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

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Couples Therapy

    Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.

  • 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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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Narrative Therapy

    A therapy that helps people separate themselves from their problems by exploring and reauthoring the stories they tell about their lives, drawing out values, strengths, and preferred identities.

  • SFT (Solution-Focused Therapy)

    A goal-oriented approach that draws on a person's existing strengths and resources to build practical, future-focused solutions, rather than dwelling on the causes of difficulties.

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Psychoanalysis

    An in-depth therapy that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts to produce lasting psychological change, typically involving frequent sessions.

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Works With:

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Children
  • Parents
  • All ages

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Procrastination

    The habitual delay of important tasks despite knowing the consequences, often driven by underlying anxiety, perfectionism, or fear of failure.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Shame

    A deep, painful emotion involving the belief that one is fundamentally flawed or unworthy, which can affect self-perception and relationships.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Registered Counselor

    A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.

Credentials

Qualifications

Master of Marriage & Family Therapy (MMFT)

United States International University - Africa

Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych)

United States International University

Service Areas

Physical Location

In-person & Online

Kilimani

Nairobi, Nairobi County

Kenya

Also serving online:

Nairobi · Mombasa · Kisumu

Kilimani, Nairobi, Kenya