Daraja 360, a community-based organization that supports women, youth, and children from vulnerable backgrounds, recently attended a counseling training hosted by Weza Care, a non-profit organization that provides innovative solutions to care for and protect vulnerable children.
The training, which consisted of two modules, was attended by Daraja 360 management staff, as well as representatives from Jimmia Women Rescue Centre and Realz Hands of Love.
Counseling is an important skill for Daraja 360 because the organization works directly with vulnerable women, children, and youth. This particular group is often more vulnerable to mental health challenges due to a variety of factors, including poverty, discrimination, and trauma.
By providing counseling services, Daraja 360 can help to improve the mental health of its clients, help them to cope with challenges, and build a better future for themselves.
The counseling training provided by Weza Care covered a wide range of topics, including:
- Introduction to counseling
- Basics of interpersonal communication in counseling
- Person-centered counseling
- Values/Attitudes & Labels
- How to connect feelings, thoughts & behaviors
- Exploring self-care as a counselor
- How to build a rapport/trust with clients
- How to assess client needs
- How to develop and implement treatment plans
- How to evaluate the effectiveness of counseling
The training also included practical exercises and role-playing activities to help participants develop the team counseling skills.
Daraja 360 is grateful to Weza Care for providing this valuable training. The organization is committed to providing its clients with the best possible support, and the counseling training will help staff to do just that.
Benefits of Counseling for Vulnerable Women, Children, and Youth
Counseling can provide a number of benefits for vulnerable women, children, and youth, including:- Improved mental health: Counseling can help people to identify and manage their emotions, develop coping skills, and resolve conflicts.
- Reduced stress and anxiety: Counseling can help people to manage stress and anxiety, which can have a positive impact on their overall health and well-being.
- Increased self-esteem and confidence: Counseling can help people to develop a positive self-image and build confidence in their abilities.
- Improved relationships: Counseling can help people to improve their relationships with others, including family, friends, and romantic partners.
- Increased resilience: Counseling can help people to develop the skills and coping mechanisms they need to overcome challenges and build a better future for themselves.
Daraja 360 is committed to providing its clients with the best possible support, and the counseling training will help staff to do just that.
