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.
Anxiety has risen by 158%. Depression by 131%. Across 204 countries and territories, every single mental disorder tracked by researchers showed an increase since 1990. These are not distant statistics — they live in our communities, our families, and our silences. At Convo Africa, we believe the first step toward healing is the conversation we're too afraid to start.
The unpredictable shifts of a medical intern, where moments of calm can swiftly turn into chaotic emergencies. Discover the resilience and dedication required to navigate the highs and lows of healthcare.
Job loss can be devastating, but it's not the end. Discover strategies to cope, rebuild, and thrive after losing your job. Find hope and inspiration for your next chapter.
Family caregivers are the quiet backbone of support for seniors living with chronic illnesses. When they are equipped with clear knowledge, practical tools, emotional support, and a real voice in decision-making, both caregivers and older adults experience better health and quality of life. Empowering caregivers means offering training on daily care tasks, guidance on medication and symptom management, access to supportive communities, and time for rest. With the right structures, routines, and technology, families can navigate complex long-term conditions with greater confidence, resilience, and dignity.
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.