Ms Sarah Changalwa

Counseling Psychologist

“A skilled helper who is very enthusiastic about service provision around individual mental health and wellness.”

About Me

As a Psychologist, I bring a keen enthusiasm to supporting individual mental health and wellness. I offer a warm, collaborative space where we can thoughtfully explore your experiences and build inner resources. We work together to understand your unique needs, developing practical strategies for daily life. My goal is to help you cultivate lasting well-being and navigate challenges with greater ease. Clients seeking dedicated, skilled support for personal growth will find a committed partner.

Approach

My enthusiasm shows up as steady curiosity paired with clear structure so sessions feel focused yet gently paced. In my Kitale office or in Kiswahili or English online, we use short assessments and practical check-ins to track progress between meetings while making space for the stories that matter. Therapy often blends skill practice, reflective tasks and targeted feedback to help you manage mood, loss, trauma or patterns that sap energy. This way of working tends to suit adolescents and adults seeking concrete change with compassionate support.

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Basic Information

Kitale, Kenya

In-person & Online

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Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. Eclectic Therapy. Person Centered Approaches. Humanistic Approaches.

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
Advocacy
Services that help individuals navigate healthcare, education, or social systems to ensure their mental health needs are recognised and met.
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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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Ukraine Aid
Mental health support specifically for people affected by the conflict in Ukraine, including refugees, displaced families, and those experiencing war trauma.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Groups
Individuals

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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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.
Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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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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HIV / AIDS Support
The psychological impact of living with HIV/AIDS, including stigma, disclosure, medication adherence, and emotional well-being.
Postnatal or Perinatal Depression
Depression occurring during pregnancy or in the months following childbirth, affecting mood, energy, bonding with the baby, and daily functioning.
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Pregnancy & Fertility Issues
The emotional and psychological dimensions of pregnancy, fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, or the transition to parenthood.
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Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Professional Title:

Counseling Psychologist
A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.