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Kinya is a psychologist, author, trainer, HIV testing service provider as well as an author.

Welcome to Kinya Gitonga’s page, where psychology meets empowerment! As an accomplished author, seasoned psychologist, experienced trainer, and dedicated HIV testing service provider, I offer a unique blend of expertise aimed at enhancing your mental well-being and empowering you to live your best life. Tune in to discover insightful discussions, practical tips, and engaging content designed to help you navigate life's challenges with resilience and confidence. By listening to my clips, you'll gain valuable insights, learn effective strategies for personal growth, and find the support you need to thrive in every aspect of your life. Join our community today and embark on a journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and holistic well-being!"
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19/11/2025

Synopsis of Our Wellness Talk & SMH Awards – Nov 2nd
Standing in that hall reminded me why positive reinforcement matters so much . when we affirm people, we don’t just celebrate their wins, we nourish their courage, their consistency, and their belief in who they can become.

From powerful stories to deep reflections on mental health, the day felt like a gentle reminder that healing is possible, growth is real, and hope is a muscle we can strengthen together.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared, listened, learned, and allowed themselves to feel. And to the award winners , your journeys are proof that kindness, resilience, and community truly make a difference.

Let’s keep showing up for one another.
Let’s keep choosing wellness.
Let’s keep reinforcing the good, loudly.
See you in the next one.

elc

11/11/2025

Day 2 | Makerere University

We explored how technology can transform care, access, and wellbeing across Africa.

One highlight was hearing from .victoria Mukami from the University of Embu, who shared her inspiring innovations in maternal healthcare and other areas. Her work reminds us that the future is not just about technology. It is about tech with purpose, tech with heart, and tech that heals.

The future is tech, yes, but it is also us the minds, hearts, and hands shaping it for good. 🌍💡
Makerere University

10/11/2025

Unlike last year when we explored early-career research in Africa, this year’s gathering hosted by Makerere University was centered on The Future of AI. I had the privilege of speaking about the localization of AI in health care, with a special focus on mental health.

We often speak about embracing technology, but true progress means localizing it, adapting innovations to our own realities, cultures, and languages so they truly serve our people. AI can transform mental health care in Africa, but only if it understands our context, our expressions of distress, and our systems of healing.

Day 1 was truly inspiring. I had the honor of meeting Dr. Monica musenero, Uganda’s Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Her passion for mental well-being and inclusive innovation was remarkable, and she left with The Healing Workbook in her hands, a moment that felt both symbolic and deeply personal.

Here’s to an Africa that not only embraces the future but shapes it thoughtfully, intentionally, and with care. 🌍💡

30/10/2025

Reflections from the Happiness Society Retreat at Kisimani, Isiolo

The weekend retreat with Happiness Society was a gentle reminder that happiness thrives in simplicity. It lives in shared laughter, morning reflections, and the warmth of being surrounded by people who care about growth and peace.

Here are a few lessons I carried home:
• Appreciate the little things. Happiness grows when we pause to notice beauty in the ordinary.
• Practice gratitude daily. Each moment, no matter how small, holds something to be thankful for.
• Cherish connection. True joy is found in community and in the kindness we share with others.
• Be present. Life feels lighter when we let go of what we can’t control and focus on the here and now.
• Choose peace. Happiness is a daily choice to nurture calm within ourselves and extend it to others.

My heartfelt appreciation to Happiness Society for creating a space that reminded us of the power of reflection, gratitude, and togetherness.

What are your tips to happiness?

28/10/2025

We all get angry. Sometimes it’s the traffic, the noise, the unfair comment, or that one person who keeps testing your patience.
Anger is human. It’s a signal that something feels wrong or unsafe. But when we don’t manage it, it starts managing us.

Unexpressed anger turns inward and becomes sadness. Explosive anger turns outward and burns bridges.
Real strength is learning to pause before reacting, to breathe before speaking, and to choose peace even when you could choose war.Get your copy today at only 1500/= and begin your healing journey.

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15/10/2025

Last Saturday, we gathered at YMCA to celebrate Mazingira Day and it turned into more than just an environmental event.

As we cleaned, planted, and shared smiles, we realized how closely the health of our environment mirrors the health of our minds. A cluttered space often reflects a cluttered mind; a clean, green environment inspires calm, focus, and hope.

The conversations around mental health awareness reminded us that healing doesn’t always begin in therapy rooms , sometimes, it starts with stepping outside, breathing clean air, and reconnecting with nature.

Remember caring for the planet is caring for ourselves. 🌍💚
YMCA Central Branch World YMCA Sounds Mental

09/10/2025

Being an undergraduate student in Kenya is, in itself, a ticket to mental health struggles. Between academic pressure, financial strain, family expectations, and the silent battles of identity and belonging, many students are fighting wars no one sees. I have witnessed the pain firsthand and even worse, I have seen lives lost to su***de on campus.

That’s why it was such a joy and honor to join and facilitate a peer mentorship session at Chiromo Campus, University of Nairobi .Invited by YMCA and the UoN Clinical Psychology Masters Club. Together, we created a safe space where students could speak, listen, and heal.

Tomorrow, we continue this journey at YMCA Central. You are warmly welcome to join us as we extend this awareness and stand together for mental wellness, peer connection, and hope.

Because no student should have to suffer in silence.
University of Nairobi YMCA Central Branch World YMCA

08/10/2025

Spellcheck can catch a typo but it won’t notice the difference between there and their. 😉

That’s why human editors will always outshine AI because editing isn’t just about grammar, it’s about nuance, rhythm, and meaning.

Pro tip: The best writers read their work aloud — the ear catches flow and tone issues the eyes often miss.

Want your words to read as brilliantly as you imagine them? Let’s polish them together: wrighting9@gmail.com

07/10/2025

Have you gone through a tough season? Faced something traumatic? Or maybe you just feel like happiness is always slipping through your fingers no matter how hard you try?

You’re not alone — and Thrive was written with you in mind.
It’s a gentle guide to healing, growing, and rediscovering joy, even after life has thrown its hardest punches.

And yes I deliver countrywide!
Grab your copy today and start your journey to a lighter, brighter you.

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03/10/2025

Last Saturday at Tujibonge held at YMCA Central, we gathered to hold an honest and heartfelt conversation about su***de — a topic that’s often too heavy for words yet too important to stay silent about. In that circle, we shared stories, broke the stigma, and reminded one another that reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. May we continue creating safe spaces where vulnerability is met with compassion and every life is reminded of its worth.
YMCA Central Branch
World YMCA

30/09/2025

Every great writer needs a great editor.
Because even the best ideas lose their magic if the first pages don’t grip the reader, the message isn’t sharpened, or the flaws hide in plain sight.

Good editing isn’t about fixing typos — it’s about transforming your words into something powerful, clear, and impossible to ignore.

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