Natalie Githinji’s Endometriosis Warriors event filled KICC with music, support and conversation. But for people living with endometriosis, the challenges continue long after the crowd goes home. We look at the myths, diagnosis delays and why severe period pain should not be dismissed.
A Recognition of Excellence in Project Management
Bahati Innocent, Chief Operations and Lead Manager at Save the Sicklers Nakuru, Kenya, has been nominated as...
The value of cultivating gratitude and tenderness in today's fast-paced world cannot be overstated. This article explores the concept of interdependence and its role in fostering gratitude, while also highlighting the scientific benefits of compassion and the power of shifting our perspectives towards others. Learn how to develop affection for difficult people, practice mindfulness, and create a more compassionate world.
Stigma around mental illness in Kenya is loosening, but cost, distance, and a shortage of professionals still keep millions from getting help. We look at what's changing, what's not, and why digital platforms like Convo E Therapy are becoming part of the answer.
Brain imaging research has identified seven distinct types of depression, and Type 7 is the one most people have never heard of. Characterised by a fog of anxiety, low mood, and scattered thinking, it is frequently mistaken for ADHD or standard depression. Convo Africa unpacks the science, the symptoms, and the path forward
Natalie Githinji’s Endometriosis Warriors event filled KICC with music, support and conversation. But for people living with endometriosis, the challenges continue long after the crowd goes home. We look at the myths, diagnosis delays and why severe period pain should not be dismissed.
Starting over can feel like losing everything, but you are not beginning with nothing. Through relationships, careers and life transitions, this reflection explores why familiar discomfort can feel safer than change, and why beginning again may be an act of courage.
Not sure whether you need a counsellor, psychologist, psychotherapist or psychiatrist? This Kenya focused guide explains the differences, what each professional may help with, and how to choose the right starting point.
Choosing a therapist should be more than picking the first name you see online. This Kenya-focused guide explains credentials, expertise, therapeutic fit, cost and the questions to ask before booking.
Starting therapy should feel clearer, not more complicated. Explore Convo's therapist directory, understand costs, and learn what to check when booking for yourself or your child, in Kenya or from abroad.
Not sure whether you are experiencing normal stress or need professional support? Here are 12 signs it may be time to speak with a counsellor, plus practical guidance on finding the right support.
Faith and community leaders are often among the first people approached during crisis. Learn how Psychological First Aid can help them listen, respond safely, respect boundaries and connect people with professional mental health support.
When a colleague is seriously distressed, knowing what to say and what not to do matters. Learn how Psychological First Aid can help Kenyan workplaces respond with compassion, boundaries and clear pathways to professional support.
Deciding to look for help with depression is often the hardest part. Once you've reached that decision, the practical questions start: how does this actually work, what happens in a session, is it really confidential, can I afford it? Here's what to expect, step by step, from booking to your first session.