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SOUND HEALTH CAMPAIGNERS
— · EIN · soundmental.org
profile · synthesized from sources

Sound Health Campaigners, operating as Sound Mental Health, is a Kenyan organization dedicated to minimizing the stigma surrounding mental health. Founded by Kinya N. Gitonga, a clinical psychologist, the organization provides counseling services, training programs, public speaking engagements, and community outreach initiatives. It also supports writers through "Writing Right with Kinya" to promote storytelling related to mental health and personal growth.

named programs · 13 · from sources

what they call their work

Charity Visits
Outreach visits providing care, support, and hope to under-served communities.
Corporate Wellness Programs
Workshops for employee wellbeing, customized to company culture and goals, focusing on stress, resilience, and communication.
Group Sessions
Safe, structured environment for shared experiences and learning coping strategies from peers, focused on specific themes.
Individual Counseling
Confidential, one-on-one support sessions tailored to individual needs, available physically or online.
Nature-Based Wellness
Nature-based initiatives that support well-being and community connection, including wellness hikes.
Public Speaking & Training
Engaging sessions combining psychological insight with practical tools to inspire growth, strengthen resilience, and make mental wellbeing accessible.
Sound Mental Health Bi-weekly Webinars
Online sessions on mental wellness and awareness.
Sound Mental Health Talk Shows
Open conversations that break stigma and encourage community dialogue.
Sound Mental Health Training Programs
Practical learning experiences that build mental health knowledge and skills.
Sound Mental Health Workshops
Interactive sessions offering tools for coping, resilience, and personal growth.
Student & Youth Mentorship Programs
Mentorship for students and young adults focusing on resilience, self-awareness, goals, and personal growth for schools or organizations.
Writing Right Awards & Fellowship
An annual recognition platform celebrating exceptional talent in various writing categories and a structured mentorship program for writers.
Writing Right with Kinya
A creative consultancy and initiative offering writing consultation, editing, publishing support, marketing, and creative support for writers.
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Psychosocial Support and Counseling Services 8 activities
    • Charity Visits and Direct Support Services
      Conducts charity visits to provide care, connection, and mental health support to underserved individuals and communities, offering hope and direct engagement.
    • Counseling and Therapy Access Programs
      Provides access to affordable therapy options, counseling discounts, and has delivered over 1,000 counseling sessions as part of its mental health support services.
    • Membership Program with Wellness Support
      Offers a membership program providing bi-weekly training and wellness sessions, safe spaces for sharing and support, access to affordable therapy and counseling discounts, wellness hikes, community events, and networking opportunities.
    • Mental Health Awareness Campaigns and Publications
      Designs and disseminates books, magazines, and apparel to inspire awareness, spark conversations, and support mental wellness, while authoring content and speaking on platforms for advocacy.
    • Mental Health Training Programs
      Delivers structured, evidence-informed training programs in mental health awareness, resilience, workplace wellness, and leadership for individuals, professionals, and organizations. Programs include certified mental health champion development and expert-led workshops.
    • Mental Health Workshops and Events
      Conducts workshops and events focused on coping strategies, resilience, personal growth, and emotional well-being. The organization has delivered over 600 workshops and events to date.
    • Nature-Based Wellness Initiatives
      Organizes nature-based activities such as wellness hikes to promote relaxation, mindfulness, emotional balance, and community connection as part of mental health support.
    • Talk Shows and Community Dialogue Initiatives
      Hosts talk shows that explore real-life mental health experiences to break stigma, encourage open dialogue, and promote community awareness around mental wellness.
  • Arts & Cultural Heritage Programming 1 activity
    • Writing Fellowship and Awards Program
      Operates the annual Writing Right Awards and a structured writing fellowship program that includes one-on-one coaching, workshops, feedback sessions, growth plans, and resources to support writers in poetry, short stories, and digital storytelling, with opportunities for publication, mentorship, and networking.
relationships · 19

who they work with

  • Aga Khan University (AKU) Brain and Mind Institute Partner — Spoke at The Future of Dementia in Africa conference in 2024.
  • Content Creator Awards Partner — Recipient of the Authentic Content Creator of the Year award in 2023.
  • Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative (DAC) Partner — Spoke at The Future of Dementia in Africa conference in 2024.
  • Daystar University Partner — Hosted the International Scientific Conference on Suicide Prevention where Kinya N. Gitonga spoke in 2024.
  • Drug Free America Foundation Partner — Spoke at the "Engaging the Next Generation in Global Drug Prevention, Recovery, and Policy" conference in 2025.
  • Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association (KCPA) Partner — Spoke at the International Scientific Conference on Suicide Prevention hosted by KCPA in 2024.
  • Kinya N. Gitonga Partner — Author of several books sold by Sound Mental Health, including "I AM SORRY Healing Workbook" and "AFRICAN DAUGHTERS In Her Memory."
  • Lizbeth Nyawira Partner — Counseling Psychologist who supports Sound Mental Health's initiatives.
  • Makerere University Partner — Spoke at the 2nd AI in Health African Conference in 2025 and the CERTL International Conference in 2024.
  • Moments of Inspiration Kenya Partner — Recipient of the Author of the Year award for 2023-2024.
  • Nature Conferences Partner — Spoke at The Future of Dementia in Africa conference in 2024.
  • Scholastica Ndaisi Partner — Author of books sold by Sound Mental Health, including "TEARS OF STEEL" and "BREAKING THE SILENCE."
  • Sound Mental Health Partner — Has over 100 partners and collaborators supporting its mission.
  • Tangaza University Partner — Spoke at The East Africa Social Business Conference in 2024.
  • The University of Nairobi Partner — Spoke at the Research Week hosted by the university in 2024.
  • University of Nairobi Partner — Kinya N. Gitonga holds an MSc in Clinical Psychology from this institution.
  • Utimishi Bora Awards Partner — Recipient of the Researcher & Writer Recognition Award in 2024.
  • Wanjiru Wa Njeri Partner — Author of books sold by Sound Mental Health, including "DEAREST I SET YOU FREE" and "LOVE ALTERS THE LANDSCAPE OF THE HEART."
  • World Federation Against Drugs Partner — Spoke at the "Engaging the Next Generation in Global Drug Prevention, Recovery, and Policy" conference in 2025.