Millicent Mdeicy

Psychology graduate with hands-on experience in psychosocial support, counseling, child protection support, and school-based mental health interventions. Skilled in case management, psychological assessment, crisis intervention, and delivery of evidence-based support programs for children, adolescents, and vulnerable populations. Experienced in conducting counseling sessions, facilitating mental health awareness initiatives, and maintaining confidential case documentation within hospital, school, and community settings.

Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote emotional well-being, resilience, and positive social outcomes.

School Psychologist - Mavueni Comprehensive School - Kilifi County

(2025-01 - 2026-05)

• Delivered structured learner-centered lessons aligned with competency-based curriculum requirements to improve student participation and learning outcomes.
• Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing academic, behavioral, and psychosocial challenges.
• Identified at-risk learners and implementing intervention plans that support emotional wellbeing, classroom engagement, and academic performance.
• Performed psychological assessments and developing individualized support programs tailored to students' emotional and educational needs.
• Collaborated with teachers, parents, and school administrators to address behavioral concerns and strengthen student support systems.
• Organized mental health awareness forums, peer counseling sessions, and life skills training programs for learners across different age groups.
• Improved student discipline and classroom engagement through implementation of structured behavior management strategies and social-emotional learning activities.
• Supported crisis intervention efforts by providing psychological first aid, maintaining confidential case records, and coordinating referrals with external support professionals.

Peer Counsellor - Pwani University

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

• Provided peer counseling support to students experiencing academic stress, emotional difficulties, and personal challenges within the university environment.
• Conducted structured support sessions focused on stress management, emotional well-being, and personal development.
• Handled confidential and sensitive student matters with professionalism, empathy, and ethical responsibility.
• Identified complex mental health cases and referred students to appropriate professional support services for specialized intervention.
• Maintained accurate counseling records, session notes, and follow-up documentation to ensure continuity of care and support.
• Organized and participated in mental health awareness campaigns, wellness activities, and student engagement programs across campus.

Research Assistant - Kanduyi Children's Home

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

• Conducted research on mental health challenges affecting adolescents living in institutional care settings.
• Designed and administered qualitative data collection tools including questionnaires, interview guides, and focus group discussion frameworks.
• Collected, analyzed, and interpreted qualitative research data to support development of evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Prepared research summaries, analytical reports, and findings presentations to support organizational planning and decision-making.
• Applied ethical research principles while handling sensitive information involving vulnerable children and adolescents.

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Pwani University (2021-01 - 2025-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - St. Columban's Secondary School (2018-01 - 2021-12)