Joan

Ms Joan Namusoke

Counselor

“An experienced counselor in providing empathetic, non-judgmental support to individuals navigating life's challenges. Experienced HIV counselor, mental health counselor. I strive to create a safe and trusting environment where clients feel empowered to explore their feelings and behavior.”

About Me

I offer empathetic, non-judgmental support, guiding individuals through life's diverse challenges. As an experienced HIV and mental health counselor, I understand the unique needs that arise. I strive to create a safe, trusting environment where you can feel truly empowered. Here, we can explore your feelings and behaviour, finding clarity and new ways forward together.

Approach

Sessions move at a practical, compassionate pace, where we notice patterns, name what feels heavy, and try small experiments to shift daily life. I offer appointments in Kampala and online in English, and I tailor pacing, check-ins and between-session reflections to fit school, work or family rhythms. Using gentle dialogue and creative tasks we build coping skills for mood, addiction, abuse or living with HIV, while keeping choices clear and collaborative. This way of working tends to suit adolescents, adults, couples and communities seeking steady, hopeful support.
Contact Joan

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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Art Therapy

    A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.

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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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  • Social Work Services

    Organised social work support including case management, counselling, advocacy, and connection to community resources.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Communities
  • Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • 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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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • HIV / AIDS Support

    The psychological impact of living with HIV/AIDS, including stigma, disclosure, medication adherence, and emotional well-being.

Professional Title:

  • Counselor

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

Credentials

Registrations

Uganda Counseling Association

Counsellor

Qualifications

Kyambogo University

Service Areas

My Practice

In-person & Online

Mutungo

Kampala, Central

Uganda