Maria

Ms Maria Kimathi

Counseling Psychologist

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“You are not what happens to you; you are what you choose to become. I provide a safe space to share, heal and attain your full potential.”

About Me

If you're carrying something heavy and don't know where to start, you're in the right place. I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with experience across hospitals, schools, corporate organisations, and sports institutions in Kenya and beyond. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, identity, and life transitions - offering support that is grounded in evidence and shaped around you. My practice draws on CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Person-centred approaches. I also specialise in Trauma therapy, gender-based violence (GBV) interventions and resilience-building programmes for communities and individuals. I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all. I work in English and Kiswahili, and I adapt every session to meet you where you are.

Approach

I draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help restructure unhelpful thoughts and trauma-focused approaches to process difficult memories. I also integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness, supporting values-based action, acceptance, and present-moment awareness. My work includes psychodynamic therapy (PDT) to explore deeper patterns, as well as a person-centred approach (PCT), where we move at your pace and focus on your goals.
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In-person & Online

Services

Anxiety & Depression | PTSD & Trauma | Grief & Loss | Relationships & Attachment | Identity & Self-esteem | Life Transitions & Stress | Gender-Based Violence | Resilience & Coping | Sports & Performance | Adjustment Disorder

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • 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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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • All ages
  • Children

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.

  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • Anxiety

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

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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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  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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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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  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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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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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Kenya Counseling and Psychological Association (KCPA)

Accredited Counselor

Australian Counseling Association (ACA)

Associate

Counsellors and Psychologists Board (CPB)

Psychologist

Registration: C&P/P/1541/2024

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Kenyatta University

Year: 2018

Certification as Trauma Counsellor

KIPC

Year: 2019

Certification in HIV Testing and Counselling

CeTD

Year: 2020

Certificate in trauma and psychological debriefing

Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling

Year: 2020

Service Areas

Jipe Wellness

In-person & Online

Kenyatta/Golf Course

Nairobi, Nairobi County

Kenya

Also serving online:

Nairobi · Nakuru · Mombasa

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Kenyatta/Golf Course, Nairobi, Kenya