Rosemary Ndegi

Experienced Counselling Psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals undergoing emotional and psychological challenges. Skilled in evidence-based therapies, I help clients develop coping strategies and improve their well-being. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I work with diverse populations to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Counselling Psychologist Pro-Bono - Thika Law Courts Child Justice Service - Thika, Kenya

(2024-11 - 2024-11)

• Handling children stress management due to abandonment.
• Counselling children on handling family conflicts.

Youth Mentor - Yusudi Limited (Jijali Project)

(2024-08)

• Guided youth participants through entrepreneurship training, helping them develop viable business ideas and improve their business planning skills.
• Provided one-on-one life coaching and counseling to support personal growth, mental well-being, and goal setting.
• Facilitated workshops on leadership, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence to enhance participants' soft skills and resilience.
• Monitored participant progress and provided regular feedback to ensure engagement, accountability, and long-term impact.

Counselling Psychologist volunteer - Kenya Red Cross

(2024-07)

• Provided trauma-informed care to individuals and groups recovering from conflict and disaster.
• Developed and implemented culturally sensitive therapeutic interventions for diverse populations.
• Offer immediate psychological first aid in emergencies to mitigate acute stress reactions.
• Managed community-based mental health programs aimed at resilience-building and recovery.

Counselling Psychologist Intern - Kiambu Prison - Kiambu, Kenya

(2024-01 - 2024-07)

• Mentored and counseled drug and substance abuse addicts.
• Conducted group therapy sessions.
• Conducted individual therapy for patients.

Counselling Psychology Intern - Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital - Nairobi, Kenya

(2023-01 - 2023-05)

• Conducted individual therapy sessions.
• Conducted screening, psychological assessments, history taking, and drawing treatment plans.
• Conducted family and group therapy sessions.

Office Assistant - University of Nairobi, Student Welfare Authority - Nairobi, Kenya

(2015-01 - 2020-12)

• Took orders from customers and answered questions on restaurant menu items.
• Provided excellent customer service by working closely with the kitchen staff to ensure the correct order gets to the customer at the right time.
• Trained new staff on the restaurant's procedures, culture, and practices.
• Conducted photocopying and filling of the invoices and receipts.

Receptionist - Light Academy

(2008-01 - 2009-12)

• Handled incoming/outgoing calls and visitors.
• Issued cleaning materials.
• Prepared décor and planned school functions.
• Assisted in replenishing stocks by compiling stock and restocking.
• Supervised student borders and ensured order in the dormitory when the matron was away.

Waitress - Royal Nairobi Golf Club - Nairobi, Kenya

(2007-04 - 2007-12)

• Prepared hotel décor and tables.
• Changed dirty table linen.
• Cleaned cutlery and kitchen equipment to ensure high hygiene standards.

Diploma - Counselling Psychology - Pan African Christian University (2023-07)

Certificate - Food and beverage - Nkabune Technical Training Institute (2005-07)

Certificate - Computer packages - IRC Computer College (2006-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary School Education - Siakago Girls High School (2002-12)