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).