Counselor Naomi Ngugi

Counselor Naomi Ngugi As a registered psychologist & advocate against domestic violence,I help individuals heal from trauma.

I am Passionate about guiding you through life’s toughest moments toward lasting recovery.

10/11/2025

Impact of Domestic Violence on children

Men’s Mental Health Matters 💙To every man reading this — you are allowed to feel, to struggle, and to ask for help.Stren...
10/11/2025

Men’s Mental Health Matters 💙
To every man reading this — you are allowed to feel, to struggle, and to ask for help.
Strength isn’t about staying silent; it’s about facing what’s heavy and choosing to heal.

Here’s your reminder today:
👊 Struggling doesn’t make you weak.
💬 Opening up about your feelings takes real courage.
💧 It’s okay to show emotion — it makes you human, not less of a man.
🤝 Asking for help is normal, and you are never a burden.
Let’s break the stigma and create spaces where men can breathe, talk, and be supported.
Your story matters. Your mental health matters. 🌿

💔 MAMA, WATCH HIS SILENCE...If you were in an unhealthy relationship and your son witnessed the chaos, the shouting, the...
07/11/2025

💔 MAMA, WATCH HIS SILENCE...
If you were in an unhealthy relationship and your son witnessed the chaos, the shouting, the pain…
Please know: he saw it. He felt it. And it shaped something inside him.

Boys don’t always cry. They show their pain in other ways:

⚠️ Sudden anger or outbursts
⚠️ Shutting down emotionally
⚠️ Trouble focusing in school
⚠️ Isolation — always in his room
⚠️ Disrespecting women or becoming overly protective
⚠️ Sleeping too much or not at all
⚠️ Saying things like "nothing matters" or "I'm fine" when he’s clearly not

These are not just "teenage phases."
They may be unspoken wounds from what he saw — and how he felt helpless.

As mothers, we can't undo the past, but we can help rewrite the future.

💡 Open safe conversations
💡 Apologize if you couldn’t protect him
💡 Encourage therapy or counseling
💡 Let him know it’s okay to feel — and heal

Our sons deserve healing too. Not just survival.


07/11/2025

Some of the signs to look out for when a man is going through mental health issues.

For many men, the workplace can be a silent battlefield — pressure to perform, to stay composed, to “man up” even when e...
06/11/2025

For many men, the workplace can be a silent battlefield — pressure to perform, to stay composed, to “man up” even when everything inside feels heavy. But emotional control doesn’t mean emotional suppression. It means understanding, managing, and expressing your emotions in healthy ways.

Here are a few ways to start:
1️⃣ Recognize what triggers your emotions.
2️⃣ Pause before reacting — take a breath before responding.
3️⃣ Practice mindfulness — check in with your body and emotions.
4️⃣ Focus on solutions, not just frustrations.
5️⃣ Show empathy — connection reduces stress.
6️⃣ Reframe negative thoughts — shift from setbacks to growth.
7️⃣ Set boundaries — protect your peace.

Men, strength isn’t in silence — it’s in self-awareness and balance. You don’t have to carry it all alone.

Let’s break the stigma and create workplaces where emotional health is a sign of strength, not weakness. 💙

05/11/2025

November is men's mental health awareness month.

This month, we shine a light on men’s health — because talking saves lives.Movember is more than just growing a moustach...
04/11/2025

This month, we shine a light on men’s health — because talking saves lives.
Movember is more than just growing a moustache — it’s about raising awareness and support for issues that deeply affect men, including:
✔️ Prostate cancer
✔️ Testicular cancer
✔️ Mental health
✔️ Su***de prevention

Let’s break the silence, challenge stigma, and encourage our brothers, fathers, sons, and partners to prioritize their health — both physically and emotionally.

Together, we can create a culture where men feel safe to open up and seek help. 💪🏽🧔🏾‍♂️

***dePrevention

True connection starts with deep listening. Most of us hear words but miss the emotions, meanings, and silences behind t...
03/11/2025

True connection starts with deep listening. Most of us hear words but miss the emotions, meanings, and silences behind them.

Here are the 5 levels of listening to reflect on:
1️⃣ Waiting to talk – you’re quiet, but only planning your next response.
2️⃣ Hearing the words – you catch bits but drift away mentally.
3️⃣ Understanding the message – you listen to understand, not to reply.
4️⃣ Recognizing emotions – you sense what the other person feels.
5️⃣ Hearing what’s unsaid – you tune in to the deeper meaning beyond words.

Being fully present when someone speaks is one of the most powerful gifts you can offer. 💛

🗣️ Listen not to react, but to understand.

Sometimes, what we grow up thinking is “normal” may actually be a pattern of dysfunction — where unhealthy communication...
31/10/2025

Sometimes, what we grow up thinking is “normal” may actually be a pattern of dysfunction — where unhealthy communication, control, or emotional neglect silently shape our lives.

Here are a few signs of a dysfunctional family environment to look out for:
🔸 Poor or avoidant communication
🔸 Unhealthy or blurred boundaries
🔸 Control, manipulation, or favoritism
🔸 Constant unresolved conflict
🔸 Emotional neglect or lack of support
🔸 Role reversal — where children take on adult responsibilities

💡 Awareness is the first step to healing.
Recognizing these patterns doesn’t mean blame — it means understanding, breaking cycles, and building healthier, more nurturing relationships.

You don’t have to navigate it alone. Healing begins with one brave step toward awareness and support. 🌿

Many people confuse self-blame with accountability. But here’s the truth — one keeps you stuck, the other helps you grow...
31/10/2025

Many people confuse self-blame with accountability. But here’s the truth — one keeps you stuck, the other helps you grow.

🧠 Self-blame says, “I’m not good enough.”
💪 Responsibility says, “I made a mistake, but I can do better.”

Healing begins when you move from shame to self-compassion — from replaying the past to learning from it.

It takes courage to admit your wrongs and wisdom to forgive yourself.
Let go of self-blame. Choose growth. Choose responsibility. 🌱

Your child’s emotions matter.Children may not always have the words to express what they’re feeling — but their behavior...
30/10/2025

Your child’s emotions matter.

Children may not always have the words to express what they’re feeling — but their behavior often tells the story. If you notice your child:
😢 Crying more than usual
😔 Showing persistent sadness
😐 Appearing bored or disinterested
😠 Becoming easily irritable or aggressive
💬 Talking often about sad or worrying topics

…it could be a sign they’re struggling emotionally and need extra care, understanding, and support.

As parents and caregivers, our role isn’t to “fix” every feeling, but to create a safe space where our children feel seen, heard, and loved — no matter what they’re going through. 🌈💬

29/10/2025

Parenting during the long school holiday.

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