Mental Health Care Services in Kenya

Mental Health Care Services in Kenya

 Mental illness in Kenya is not treated with the same sense of urgency as physical illness, clearly seen by the lack of mental care services in Kenya. Having worked as a psychotherapist for the last 14 years in Kenya, I’ve come to realise that the majority of Kenyans suffering from mental ill health, are those stuck in the cycle of poverty, and those who aren’t caught in the cycle of poverty, still cannot afford to pay for private mental health care. With private mental care services ranging from 1000kshs to 10,000 per hour, I know for sure I couldn’t afford to get myself treatment. 

 There is a BIG need to develop appropriate, compassionate and accessible community mental health care for those suffering and support for their families.