Peris

Ms Peris Miano

Licensed Professional Counselor

“To help individuals, families, and society heal, restore the broken being from the roots, find the life purpose and transform through counselling, mentoring and coaching.”

About Me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Associate Counsellor based in Kerugoya, Central Region, Kenya. I offer ACT, counseling, coaching and community programmes for adolescents and adults dealing with addiction, anxiety and conduct issues. I use a practical, direct method that builds coping skills and reduces stress and burnout.

Approach

The approach is grounded in creating a supportive, empathetic, and collaborative environment to help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I employ an integrated approach tailored to each individual's unique needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, trauma-informed approach, and many others.

My primary goal is to foster a strong therapeutic alliance, build trust, and encourage self-awareness. I work actively with clients to identify patterns that may contribute to their distress, develop coping strategies, and set achievable goals

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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

I'm dedicated to providing accessible and effective support for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. As an experienced therapist and counselor, I offer various services, including individual therapy, group workshops, and online resources to help clients improve their mental well-being. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and promoting self-care practices. I'm committed to empowering individuals to live their best lives and thrive in their mental health journey.

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Coaching

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

  • Community Programme

    Group-based mental health initiatives offered within the community, such as workshops, support groups, or outreach services.

  • 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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  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Guided Visualisation

    A relaxation technique in which a therapist guides you through calming mental imagery to reduce stress, anxiety, or pain.

Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • 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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  • 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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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Abuse

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

  • 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.

  • Parenting Support

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

  • 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:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.

Credentials

Registrations

Kenya Counseling and Psychological Association (KCPA)

Associate Counsellor

Qualifications

Higher Diploma in Counselling Psychology

Africa institue of Proffesional Counsellor

Year: 2014

Certificate in H.A.R.P. Facilitation

H.A.R.P.

Year: 2023

Service Areas

Pillar for Mental Health Support

In-person & Online

Kerugoya, Central Region

Kenya

Kerugoya, Kenya