Psychologist/sociologist
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Sarah is a qualified knowledgeable and experienced professional in the Psychology and sociology field, with a Bachelor of Arts (Double major) in Psychology and sociology from
University of Nairobi, a Diploma in social work and advanced Diploma in counseling psychology.
She has over 8 years of experience specializing in mental health, working with an ethno culturally diverse population; comfortable working with individuals with severe problems such as neurodevelopmental disorders suicidality and major mental illnesses, with background in clinical psychological Assessments , psychopharmacology and interest in responsibly measuring outcomes of new modalities.
Provided direct clinical services such as psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention,
individual and group psychotherapy and referrals o Delivered trainings for professional and paraprofessional staff; consulted with faculty and staff o Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment programs accordingly; communicates with and counsels family members as appropriate.
o Documents therapy in accordance with policies and procedures regarding medical records; implements and adheres to policies which ensure patient confidentiality.
o Provides crisis intervention in situations requiring immediate psychological treatment.
o Participates in educational programs, in-service meetings, clinician meetings, and workshops to enhance professional development and maintain currency of methodology and techniques.
o Directed students serving psychological internships in Mathari National hospitals.
o Provides psychological consultations to other mental health professionals within the hospital,
o Developed and implement clinical research programs.
o Performed miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
