6-Month Program
Structured support that fits your schedule
A 6-month guided mentorship program for practicing and aspiring therapists navigating clients, confidence, and community.
Who This Is For
This program is for you if:
- You are a career therapist struggling to find your footing.
- You work in a people-facing role, like HR, and want to better understand human behavior.
- You feel stuck, unsure, or alone in your work.
- You want practical growth, not just theory.
- You are looking for an authentic professional community to belong to.
What the Mentorship Circle is About.
Weekly Sessions
Guided discussions on real practice topics
Supervision Style
Practical review without breaching confidentiality
Faculty Support
Learning from experienced Faculty
Supportive Community
Connecting with peers who understand your lived experiences
What Therapists Say About the Experience
Rotha Omar
Private Practice Counselor
This program has truly been life-changing for me. When I first heard about it, I was sitting with Beatrice at our Mathari kibanda. She told me about the program, and I remember telling her, “Beatrice, I don’t want to pay for anything. I just want my degree to start paying me.” I didn’t even care about the cost—I just wanted results. Even she wasn’t completely sure at first, but she decided to go ahead.
Within the first month, she was calling me almost daily saying, “Rotha, you’re missing out.” At that time, I had joined another free skills-transfer program, but honestly, it was so frustrating. There was no real learning happening, and I felt like I was wasting my time. Eventually, I decided to join the second cohort. Dr. Kendi, I don’t even know how to explain this properly. At first, I thought, “10,000 a month?” But I chose to invest in myself—and I have made that money and more every single month at your clinic. That experience taught me that sometimes investing in yourself is the only way forward.
Beyond the financial growth, something deeper happened for me. I’m naturally confident and talkative, but you gave me something I didn’t even realize I needed: space. Space to be myself, to feel my feelings, to make mistakes, and to learn without fear. After school, there’s often no one to walk with you step by step—no one to guide you through the in-between moments. You provided that.
The whole program felt like a hug. The only way I can describe it is being hugged by clouds—feeling safe, held, and supported. I know there’s still so much I don’t know. I still feel like a baby learning to walk, but I feel safe learning. Thank you so much, Dr. Kendi. May God truly bless the work of your hands. I can say with confidence that this journey has changed my life.
Ali Tadicha Hassan
Clinical Psychologist
I joined the Mentorship after seeing an advert on Facebook, not fully knowing what to expect. What I didn’t know was that this mentorship would meet me at a pivotal transition—from communication into counselling psychology.
For six months, I didn’t miss a class—online or physical. When Cohort Two began, I kept attending. Learning had become hunger. The readings stretched us (The Books; The Gift of Therapy, What Happened to You), the conversations deepened us, and the space became more than a classroom—it became community.
From Saturday classes, to Wednesday supervision, to Monday private practice at Upper Hill, this season has been phenomenal. My biggest takeaway? Not just what I learned—but the gaps I discovered and the invitation to keep growing. I graduated on Saturday, 20th December 2025, from Dr. Kendi Ashitiva Mentorship Circle as part of the pioneer Cohort 1, together with the Second Cohort. Deep gratitude to Dr Kendi, Niskize Team, the Faculty and my fellow mentorship participants.
Congratulations to us all!
Rachel Karimi
Psychologist
I recently graduated from the Dr Kendi Ashitiva Mentorship Circle ????. The program created space for clarity and growth through guidance from experienced facilitators and shared reflection within the cohort.
Through weekly classes on trauma-informed practice, therapeutic boundaries, and therapist self-reflection, alongside group supervision, I gained a clearer understanding of what therapy looks like on the ground. The experience helped bridge theory and practice and gave me confidence as a practitioner.
Thankful for the learning, the guidance, and the community throughout this journey.
An Authentic Heart-Led Learning Experience
What Happens in Sessions
Sessions are rich with knowledge, warm, real, and honest.We talk about what’s actually happening in practice, the moments that feel messy, uncertain, or hard to name. There’s no judgment. Just growth, support, and clarity.
Community, Energy, and Celebration
This is serious growth, but we’re still human. Gen Zs, millennials, and everyone in between show up fully. Expect laughter, dancing, selfies, and moments of celebration along the way.
Meet Your Faculty
You’ll be guided by people who’ve done the work — experienced Psychologists who understand practice on the ground.
Dr. David Bukusi
Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in private practice and clinical supervision. Known for advancing men’s mental health.
Dr. Nancy Nyaga
Dr. Nancy Nyaga is a certified Clinical Psychologist, committed to psychological and emotional well being as well as personal growth and development for all.
Dr. Wairimu Muchiri
Dr. Wairimu Muchiri is an experienced Clinical Psychologist, mental health advocate and early career researcher
Dr. Oscar Githua
Dr. Oscar W. Githua is the first Doctoral Forensic Psychologist in East and Central Africa and an Assistant Professor of Psychology at USIU-Africa.
What Faculty Say
“Confidence grows when you stop practicing alone.”
“Supervision is where clarity happens.”
“Your practice needs structure, not stress.”
Questions You Might Have
What happens in the weekly sessions?
We discuss real practice topics, share reflections, and learn from each other. Faculty guide the conversation and offer practical insights, while students engage and wrestle with the content. Students are encouraged to disagree or agree with the facilitator as this is not an academic process.
Is this supervision?
It’s supervision-style support. We review practice challenges without requiring you to share confidential client details.
Will I have to share client details?
No. You can discuss situations in general terms. We focus on your experience and clinical thinking, not specific client identities.
I’m busy—how much time per week?
The program runs on two weekly sessions that run for 6 months. A 2-hr Wednesday student-led supervision from 12 to 2pm and a Saturday topic-led class from 8 am to 10 am.
Is this for new therapists only?
No. it is for practicing and aspiring therapists. It is for anyone seeking support, clarity, and confidence. Whether you are starting out or have been practicing for a while and feel stuck, this program is for you.
What if I applied before?
You are welcome back. We’ll help you pick up where you left off and make sure this round works for you.
How do I pay?
We accept M-Pesa and bank transfer. Payment details come after you apply. It takes about 1 minute.
What if I have questions before applying?
Message us on WhatsApp. We’ll respond within [X] hours and help you decide if this is right for you.
Can I get a refund if it’s not for me?
Yes, within the first week. We want you to feel good about being here.
What happens after the 6 Months?
You will receive a NITA CERTIFIED certificate of completion for your efforts and be part of a glamorous, fun-filled graduation ceremony complete with a named sash. Further, you will have built relationships, gained clarity, and joined an ongoing community. Many graduates stay connected and we love watching them grow and being part of their growth journey.