KIPC

KIPC Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling

🎓 Limited Slots - Apply for January IntakeBecome a professional Counselor today with our TVET Accredited Diploma in Psyc...
12/12/2025

🎓 Limited Slots - Apply for January Intake

Become a professional Counselor today with our TVET Accredited Diploma in Psychological Counselling. Gain practical skills, expert guidance, and flexible study options (Physical | Online).

📌 Requirement: KCSE Certificate C- or equivalent

📌 Duration: 2 Years divided into 5 terms (each term is 4 months)

✅ Learn from experienced trainers
✅ Hands-on counselling practice
✅ Flexible payment plans available
✅ 15 Counselling Sessions for your Personal Growth

📅 Study Days:

- 🖥️ Online Classes

- 📘 Tuesday Physical Class

-📘 Saturday Physical Class

🔗 Join our Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BQILayAwv6qHMSTBwUSOBm

📝 Application Link: www.kipc.co.ke/applications

📲 *Call / WhatsApp: 0758 627 355 / 0711672028

Start your journey toward a fulfilling career today! 🌿

🇰🇪 Jamhuri Day Wishes from the Kenya Institute of Professional CounsellingAs we celebrate this historic day, we honour t...
12/12/2025

🇰🇪 Jamhuri Day Wishes from the Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling

As we celebrate this historic day, we honour the resilience, unity, and courage that built our nation. At KIPC, we join all Kenyans in reflecting on how far we’ve come and recommitting ourselves to nurturing a healthier, more compassionate society.

May this Jamhuri Day remind us of the power of freedom, the value of service, and the importance of supporting one another: mind, heart, and community.

From all of us at the Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling,
Happy Jamhuri Day! 🇰🇪✨

💡 Happening Today at 7pmTopic: Understanding Family Dynamics During the Festive Season🗓️ Date: Friday, 5th December 2025...
05/12/2025

💡 Happening Today at 7pm

Topic: Understanding Family Dynamics During the Festive Season

🗓️ Date: Friday, 5th December 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💻 Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/tmx-dkwj-jmw

The festive season is supposed to be a time of joy, warmth, and celebration but let’s be honest… sometimes it comes with stress, unspoken tension, family expectations, and emotional triggers that suddenly resurface at the dinner table.

In this interactive webinar, we will explore:
✨ Why family relationships feel different (or more intense) during holidays
✨ Common communication patterns that lead to conflict
✨ Setting healthy boundaries without guilt
✨ How to handle opinions, pressure, and criticism from relatives
✨ Parenting styles under one roof
✨ Strategies for creating harmony and meaningful connections

Whether you love family gatherings, dread them, or find yourself somewhere in between this session will help you understand the patterns at play and navigate them with emotional intelligence and peace.

💬 Join our Webinar WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CWrejMxZxzQ2YAPWj13inZ?mode=hqrc

❤️ World AIDS Day: Remember, Educate, Support ❤️Today, on World AIDS Day, we honour all those who have lost their lives ...
01/12/2025

❤️ World AIDS Day: Remember, Educate, Support ❤️

Today, on World AIDS Day, we honour all those who have lost their lives to HIV & AIDS, stand with those living with HIV, and commit to a future free from stigma and discrimination.

At Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling (KIPC), we recognise that:

- HIV is not a death sentence
- With the right treatment and support, people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives
- Stigma and silence often hurt more than the virus itself

This day reminds us to:

- Get informed about HIV prevention, testing and treatment
- Challenge myths, fear and negative attitudes
- Offer emotional support to those affected
- Promote regular testing and knowing your status

🧡 Compassion. Respect. Dignity.
Every person living with HIV deserves to be seen, heard and supported not judged.

Let’s be the generation that chooses knowledge over fear and love over stigma.

💡 Happening Today at 7.00pm!Topic: The Invisible Rules Men Follow That Quietly Mess With Their Mental Health🗓️ Date: Fri...
28/11/2025

💡 Happening Today at 7.00pm!

Topic: The Invisible Rules Men Follow That Quietly Mess With Their Mental Health

🗓️ Date: Friday, 28th November 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💻 Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/fmg-tavw-vmv

In this powerful webinar, we’ll unpack some of the “invisible rules” that quietly mess with men’s mental health:

1️⃣ The Provider Rule

Men feel they must always provide financial and emotional stability even when no one said it.

2️⃣ The “Handle It Alone” Rule

Men believe asking for support is weakness… so they break in silence.

3️⃣ The “Stay Solid” Rule

Men think they must always be strong. No fear. No breakdowns. No bad days.
This blocks real healing.

4️⃣ The Performance Rule

Career success, s*x, money, status, progress; men judge themselves by these metrics.
When one fails, they feel like failures.

5️⃣ The “Pain Doesn’t Count” Rule

Men dismiss their own wounds father issues, early rejection, shame, loneliness.
They say, “It’s nothing,” but it shapes everything.

💬 Webinar WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LDsm2goYfRTEBurqOJ36Hh?mode=hqrc

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pmTopic: Embracing Vulnerability as Strength in Men's Mental Health🗓️ Date: Friday, 21s...
21/11/2025

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pm

Topic: Embracing Vulnerability as Strength in Men's Mental Health

🗓️ Date: Friday, 21st November 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/wms-qepn-avt

From a young age, many men are taught to “be strong,” “man up,” and never show emotion. Yet behind the quiet smiles and “I’m fine” replies, many carry stress, fear, shame, and pain in silence.

In this powerful conversation, we’ll explore how vulnerability is not weakness, but courage and how opening up can transform men’s mental health, relationships, and overall wellbeing. 💙

This session will explore:
✨ What vulnerability really means (and what it’s not)
✨ How cultural expectations and gender roles shape men’s emotional lives
✨ The hidden cost of emotional suppression on mental health
✨ How men can start expressing emotions in safe, healthy ways
✨ How friends, partners, and communities can create safe spaces for men

Let’s challenge the myth that “strong men don’t feel” and embrace a new truth:
Strong men do talk, feel, and ask for help. 🌱

💬 Join our Webinar WhatsApp group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/CWrejMxZxzQ2YAPWj13inZ?mode=wwt

💙 International Men’s Day: Let’s Talk About Men’s Mental Health 💙As we mark International Men’s Day, we honour the men i...
19/11/2025

💙 International Men’s Day: Let’s Talk About Men’s Mental Health 💙

As we mark International Men’s Day, we honour the men in our lives – fathers, sons, brothers, husbands, colleagues and friends. Behind many smiles are silent battles that often go unseen and unheard.

This month at Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling (KIPC), our webinars will focus on Men’s Mental Health and how we, as a community, can work together to:

* Create safe spaces for men to speak openly
* Listen without judgement
* Encourage men to seek help and support
* Challenge harmful beliefs like “a man must always be strong”

🧠 Men’s feelings are valid. Men’s struggles are real. Men’s mental health matters.

If you’re not yet on our Webinar group, we invite you to join using the link below and be part of these important conversations.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMUewzjSMYgB8tXiH5A6Vl?mode=wwt

👉 Don’t miss this Friday’s webinar!
Let’s stand together and make it easier for men to say, “I am not okay, and I need help.”

Class Postponed to Start on 24th November 2025Professional Development Certificate in Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV...
18/11/2025

Class Postponed to Start on 24th November 2025

Professional Development Certificate in Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Counselling

The course is designed to equip helping professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to respond effectively to survivors of SGBV.

Total Fee Ksh 15,000

- Ksh 1,000 - admission fee

- Ksh 7,000 on admission

- Ksh 7,000 paid in installments

Duration: 5 Weeks

Online Classes - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7pm to 9pm

Physical Class: Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm

Class is subject to quorum

Application Link: https://surveyheart.com/form/671f65c379d33276c9a0152f

Deadline for Application: 22nd November 2025

Join Whatsapp group for updates:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BaqkWqoEWAVFUk3uP94WFi

Countless dreams are left unfulfilled simply because people quit just moments before success was within their grasp. – O...
17/11/2025

Countless dreams are left unfulfilled simply because people quit just moments before success was within their grasp. – Olivia Wilson

Most of us don’t give up because we’re weak.
We give up because:

- The results seem too slow
- The criticism feels too loud
- The obstacles look too big
- We convince ourselves “maybe it’s not meant for me”

But what if you are closer than you think?
What if the next call, the next attempt, the next exam, the next application…
…is the one that changes everything?

You won’t know how close you were if you walk away now.

Today, instead of quitting:

- Take a break, but don’t abandon the dream.
- Adjust your strategy, not your goal.
- Remind yourself why you started.
- Do one small thing that moves you forward.

Your future self is already cheering you on for not giving up at this exact stage.
Don’t let a temporary feeling make a permanent decision about your dreams.

Keep going you might be just moments away. 💫

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pmTopic: Is Forgiveness Possible After Infidelity?🗓️ Date: 14th November 2025🕖 Time: 7....
14/11/2025

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pm

Topic: Is Forgiveness Possible After Infidelity?

🗓️ Date: 14th November 2025

🕖 Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm

📍 Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/azw-jkch-thz

Infidelity can leave deep emotional scars shaking the very foundation of trust, love, and intimacy in a relationship. 💔
But is forgiveness truly possible after betrayal? And what does healing look like for both partners and individuals?

Join us for an honest and insightful conversation as we explore the journey from heartbreak to healing, and whether relationships can truly recover after infidelity.

This session will focus on:
✨ Types of cheating — emotional, physical, digital, and more
✨ Common reasons for cheating — understanding the different motivations for men and women
✨ How to move past infidelity — individually and as a couple
✨ How forgiveness looks like — what it means to truly forgive and rebuild trust

Let’s hold space for reflection, compassion, and growth as we unpack one of the most challenging yet transformative aspects of human relationships. 🌱

💬 Webinar WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMUewzjSMYgB8tXiH5A6Vl?mode=wwt

🖊️ The Power of Journaling: A Simple Habit with Life-Changing BenefitsJournaling isn’t just about writing down your thou...
11/11/2025

🖊️ The Power of Journaling: A Simple Habit with Life-Changing Benefits

Journaling isn’t just about writing down your thoughts; it’s about understanding yourself better. Taking a few minutes each day to put your thoughts on paper can help you process emotions, reduce stress, and gain clarity in ways that talking alone sometimes can’t.

Here’s why journaling is worth making a daily habit:

✨ 1. Improves Emotional Awareness
Writing helps you recognize and name what you’re truly feeling, the first step toward emotional healing.

🧠 2. Reduces Stress & Anxiety
Releasing your thoughts onto paper helps clear your mind, making it easier to manage overwhelming emotions and calm your nervous system.

🎯 3. Boosts Focus & Productivity
Journaling helps you prioritize, set goals, and stay accountable to yourself. It turns intentions into actionable plans.

💬 4. Strengthens Self-Reflection
When you revisit past entries, you see how much you’ve grown: your progress, lessons learned, and moments of strength.

❤️ 5. Encourages Gratitude & Positivity

Keeping a gratitude journal trains your mind to notice what’s good, even on hard days.

Start small, one page a day, or even a few lines before bed.
Your journal can become your safe space a mirror to your inner world and a companion in your growth journey.

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pmTopic: Financial Wellness Master Class 🗓️ Date: Friday, 7th November 2025  🕖 Time: 7:...
07/11/2025

💡 Happening Today at Exactly 7.00pm

Topic: Financial Wellness Master Class

🗓️ Date: Friday, 7th November 2025

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/grx-bjmd-gfg

Join us for an engaging and transformative session as we explore practical ways to achieve financial freedom, manage debt, and build a secure future. 💰

This session is part of our continued efforts to support your overall well-being because financial health is mental health too! 🌱

👥 Guest Speakers:
Patrick Makanga – Financial Consultant & Branch Manager, Britam Insurance

Lawrence Gakungi – Counselling Psychologist

They bring years of experience in personal finance, counselling, and wealth-building strategies. Together, they’ll share practical insights, real-world examples, and actionable steps to help you take control of your financial future no matter where you are in your journey.

💬 Webinar WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMUewzjSMYgB8tXiH5A6Vl?mode=wwt

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KENYA INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING

ABOUT US http://www.kipc.ac.ke/about.php

We’re a Premiering Counselling College in East and Southern Africa Region. We're indeed the leading provider of Counsellor Education, Counselling Supervision and Counselling Services for over 20 years

Offering cutting edge professional counselling courses to meet the rising demand for trained counsellors. There has never been a better time to become a Professional counsellor.

Revolutions happening in the Ministry of Health by creating an official cadre for mental health as a crucial wing advocates for the need for more psychological counsellors. This comes shortly after the dire increase of mental health cases following the statistics released by KNBS 2019 CENSUS RESULTS. Check out here https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/article/2001355457/nairobi-and-mombasa-lead-in-mental-illness-study-revealsWith the uprising, there is a great demand for more psychological counsellors to facilitate an early detection and counselling for early incidences of mental health conditions