By Lambert Oigara, Clinical Psychologist, CBT Kenya Summary: This article delves into the significant challenges facing mental health practitioners in Kenya, highlighting the increasing pressure on professionals, the historical stigma surrounding the profession, and the worrying trend of mental health ‘Experts’ on social media. The Growing Strain on Mental Health Practitioners Mental health practitioners in…

By Lambert Oigara, Consultant Clinical Psychologist Overview: This article discusses the impact of colonial legacies on mental health practices in Africa, particularly in Kenya. It outlines how colonialism marginalized traditional African healing practices and promoted Western mental health methods, often to the detriment of culturally relevant approaches. Additionally, it highlights modern challenges in mental health…

By Lambert Oigara, Consultant Clinical Psychologist Mental Health and well-being programs are scarce and inaccessible to many, especially in rural areas. Despite the continued efforts by the community to promote and practice physical health and well-being, the country’s mental wellness is greatly impacted by the government’s negligible budgetary allocation. Over the past decade, drastic changes…