Lucy Wambui

A dedicated Counseling Psychologist with experience in addiction recovery, mental health support, individual counseling, and adolescent counseling. Skilled in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and trauma-informed approaches. I have a strong background in rehabilitation settings, emotional support, group facilitation, and creating safe, supportive spaces for clients of all ages.

My work combines rehabilitation counseling with general mental health practice, allowing me to support individuals facing substance use challenges, emotional distress, anxiety, family issues, and stress, conflict, and wellbeing concerns. I am committed to promoting holistic wellbeing, helping clients build resilience, and strengthening families and communities through education, awareness, and therapeutic care.

Volunteer Counseling Psychologist at Mary Wairiri Rehabilitation & Treatment Centre (2023-01 – Present)

• Provide comprehensive one-on-one counseling to clients recovering from alcohol and substance use disorders.
• Develop and implement relapse prevention frameworks tailored to individual client needs.
• Facilitate group therapy, psychoeducation classes, and structured recovery programs.
• Participate in family therapy, and support caregivers in understanding addiction.
• Conduct emotional stabilization sessions to help clients manage cravings, stress, and triggers.
• Prepare discharge plans and long-term aftercare recommendations to support sustained recovery.
• Conduct intake assessments to evaluate the client's substance use patterns, mental health status and client treatment needs.
• Support clients in identifying personal triggers & developing individualized coping strategies for long term emotional stability.

Psychological Counselor at Youth Friendly Centre, Nakuru PGH (2022-09 – 2022-12)

• Offered individual counseling to adolescents facing social, emotional, academic, or behavioral challenges.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments, developed support plans, and coordinated referrals when necessary.
• Facilitated workshops on self-esteem, coping skills, peer relationships, and mental health awareness.
• Created a safe therapeutic environment while maintaining confidentiality and trust.

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Counseling – Kingdom Empowerment Bible College (2022)

Diploma in Counseling Psychology – Presbyterian University of East Africa (2021 – 2022)

Diploma in Biblical Studies – International School of Ministry (2020 – 2022)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in KCSE – Njoro Central Secondary School (2016 – 2019)