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Kenyan Guidance, Counselling and Psychological Association

KGCPA, the Kenyan Guidance, Counselling and Psychological Association, has a rich background rooted in its formation in 2011. It emerged as a result of the 1st National Conference on Guidance, Counselling, and Psychology hosted at Egerton University. As a professional organization, KGCPA plays a pivotal role in representing the field of guidance, counseling, and psychology in Kenya. Situated at Egerton University in Njoro, Kenya, the association envisions itself as the leading professional association dedicated to advancing mental health, human wellness, and dignity not only in Kenya but also beyond its borders. To fulfill this vision, KGCPA has a mission that focuses on elevating the quality of guidance, counseling, and psychological services. This mission is achieved through a multifaceted approach that includes continuous education, the establishment of professional standards, supervision, research, advocacy, and fostering partnerships within a diverse global context. KGCPA’s core values of quality services, professionalism, teamwork, adherence to ethics, social justice, transparency, and accountability are the pillars that underpin the organization’s commitment to making a positive impact in the realm of mental health and well-being.

  • Professionalism
  • Mental Health Advocacy
  • Ethical Guidance
  • Global Impact
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Years of Experience

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Our Mission

The mission of KGCPA is to enhance the quality of Guidance, Counseling and Psychological services through continuing education, licensure, setting of professional standards, supervision, research, advocacy and partnership within a diverse global context.

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Our Vision

To be the Premier Professional Association for the enhancement and promotion of mental health, human wellness and dignity in Kenya and beyond.

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Achievement of KGCPA

Since inception of KGCPA, the following have been achieved:

  • Held four successful national and 3 international conferences
  • Successfully held the regular AGMs
  • Registered members from all regions of Kenya
  • Issued membership certificate to each registered member of the Association
  • Founded the only peer-reviewed journal of guidance, counselling and psychology in Kenya- The Kenyan Journal of Guidance, Counselling and Psychology (KJGCP) which is in print form
  • • Consistently published high quality research articles on an annual basis with 2021 edition being the 9th volume.

Membership of KGCPA

KGCPA currently has the following categories of membership;

Professional members

Professional members who are holders of a Masters or PhD degree in Guidance, Counseling or Psychology from a recognized university.

Student members

Student members who enrolled in a masters program in a recognized university pursuing Guidance, Counseling or Psychology related fields.

Associate Membership

Associate members who are holders of a BSc in any counseling or psychology related field

Members list

KGCPA MEMBER LIST

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MEMBERSHIP
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Benefits of MEMBERSHIP

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Members shall receive certificates after registration. This certificate may be presented during interviews as proof of membership in a professional body.

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The association organizes conferences for its members, people in the field of Psychology. Guidance and Counselling and all other stakeholders. The latest conference was international unlike previous year’s conferences which have been national. It was held at the Kisumu Hotel, Maseno University in 2018.

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Associate members who are holders of a Bachelors are mentored by the other members who are professionals in the field of Psychology and counselling.

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Publication in our journal; the Kenyan Journal of Guidance, Counselling and Psychology (KJGCP). KGCPA publishes our peer-reviewed journal every year and currently has published 7 volumes.

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Annual General Meeting. In the AGMs, members are able to interact and share ideas with like-minded people and grow their knowledge among their peers.

REGISTRATION
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PAYMENT DETAILS

Deposit your membership fee into the association account number: 1136648879 KCB;
ACCOUNT NAME: Kenya Guidance and psychological Association
in any Kenya Commercial Bank branch or use MPESA

Paybill: 714644
ACC NAME: KGCPA

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12+Years of Experience
4Conferences Held
3International Conferences held
300+Members

Executive board

Our Professional Team

Prof Margaret Mwenje

Prof. Margaret Mwenje

Prof. Margaret Mwenje, Associate Professor of Counselling Psychology at Pan Africa Christian University. KGCPA Chair.

Major Rev Habil Nakhumwa

Major Rev. Habil Nakhumwa

Major Rev. Habil Nakhumwa
PhD (IP),MA CPsyc
Holistic Intergrationist Counselling
Chaplain Kenya Defense Forces
Author
Leanings towards Gender based violence interventions

JUDITH MINAYO ANGALIKA

JUDITH MINAYO ANGALIKA

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBER : KGCPA

TRAINER OF TRAINERS(TOT/TOF)

PEER COUNSELOR/MENTOR

PARENT

EDUCATOR

EMILY KANANA MURUNGI

EMILY KANANA MURUNGI

I am a competent project/program manager, child protection specialist, children counsellor and development practitioner.

Dr Rev Davis Gatua

Dr. Rev Davis Gatua

Research work and community outreach, Mental Health Awareness and interventions.

Dr Joel Ogutu

Dr. Joel Ogutu

Dr. Ogutu J. P. Doctor of educational psychology. Researchers in the field of educational psychology. Published research articles on motivation, career counselling, psychological resilience etc. Motivational speakers to students and informational groups including faith-based groups. Member and Editor-in-chief of KGCPA. Senior lecturer, Masinde Muliro University of Science and technology.

DR JANE NJERI GACOHI

DR. JANE NJERI GACOHI

Dr. Njeri is a proficient career counsellor and consultant, a passionate and seasoned motivational speaker and facilitator in conferences, workshops, seminars, churches, schools and colleges.

Dr Francisca Mbutitia

Dr. Francisca Mbutitia

Francisca N. Mbutitia is a senior Lecturer in Moi University, Department of Educational psychology in School of Education. She holds a PhD in Educational psychology, a Master’s degree in Educational Guidance and counselling, a post Graduate Diploma in Christian counselling and Bachelo,s degree in Education Arts. The current secretary Kenya Guidance, counselling and psychologist association (KGCPA). Her areas of research interest are: mental wellness, Psycho-social stressors, Trauma in children and adolescents, Christian counselling and quality education for the orphans and vulnerable children (OVC).

Dr Elizabeth Owino

Dr. Elizabeth Owino

Dr. Owino is the liason officer for Child Education international, Kenya She is also the chair of Anglican Diocese Education Board, a trustee for Nuru Broadcasting Station and an avid toastmaster having been a leader at club, division and regional levels .

Dr Ann Wamathai, PhD

Dr. Ann Wamathai, PhD

Dr. Ann Wamathai, PhD counselling psychology, Med guidance and counselling. Dean of students Kenya Utalii College and Lecturer

Dr Alice A Anika

Dr. Alice A. Anika

Dr. Alice A. Anika is a Senior lecturer at Pwani University Kilifi Kenya in School of Education, department of Educational Psychology and Special Needs.

Conrad Kositany

Conrad Kositany

Experience

2010–2023

Counselling • Kositany Conrad, Psychologist.

2016–2023

• Part time lecturer • University of Kabianga

1995–2004

Graduate Teacher • Teachers Service Commission

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