Miss Sylvia Mumia

Associate Counselor

“Licensed Counseling Psychologist offering compassionate, client-centered support for individuals facing emotional, relational, and mental health challenges. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and family dynamics.”

About Me

As a Licensed Counseling Psychologist, I offer a warm, understanding space where you can explore life's difficulties. We'll work together, at your pace, to address challenges like anxiety, trauma, or relationship struggles. My client-centred approach ensures sessions are tailored to your unique needs. This helps you build resilience and find a way forward with confidence, in a truly compassionate environment.

Approach

Instead of offering quick solutions, I guide a steady, collaborative process that lets you name concerns and set goals at your pace. Sessions in Busia or online—in English or Kiswahili—combine focused conversation with practical steps and gentle pacing so work feels manageable. We track patterns, try new coping strategies between meetings, and use short assessments when helpful to clarify strengths and stress points. This approach often fits individuals, parents, and families seeking thoughtful, achievable change.

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Basic Information

Busia, Kenya

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

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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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Consultation
An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.
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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Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online Therapy

Works With:

Families
Groups
Individuals
Organisations
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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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.
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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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online Therapy
Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.