Welcome to SPRING THERAPY KENYA

Spring Therapy Kenya are providers of evidence-based counseling and psychotherapy to adolescents, adult and elderly clients and their families with mental and behavioral disorders. We assess and treat individuals, families, couples and groups; their behavior, cognitive processes, development and emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual functioning.

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DR. DOROTHY WANJIKU MWAURA Psy. D.

PSYCHOLOGIST AND DIRECTOR

Dr. Dorothy Wanjiku Mwaura is a Clinical and Counseling Psychologist with over 19 years of experience supporting individuals across all life stages. She holds a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) in Clinical Psychology, a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, all from the United States International University (USIU). Her academic foundation is complemented by a Diploma in Pharmacy and numerous certifications, including EMDR, Emotional-Focused Therapy, VCT, and Chemical Dependency Counseling.
Dr. Dorothy is the Founder and Director of Spring Therapy Kenya, where she leads a multidisciplinary approach to mental health that integrates psychological evaluations, therapy, workshops, and community-based interventions. Under her leadership, Spring Therapy Kenya provides services to schools, churches, and local organizations, addressing a wide range of issues including youth development, family dynamics, , trauma, grief, addiction and relationship counseling. She also facilitates group therapy, crisis intervention, and capacity-building sessions for individuals and institutions. She is licensed by the Counselors and Psychologists Board and is a member of the Kenya Psychological Association, Catholic Counselors and Psychologists Association of Kenya, and Kenya Pharmaceutical Association.
As part of her broader commitment to education and professional development, Dr. Dorothy serves as an adjunct lecturer at USIU and an external lecturer at the Kenya Medical Training College, where she teaches courses in clinical psychology, mental health, family therapy, and addiction science. She also contributes to higher education governance as a Council Member at Strathmore University.
A practicing Catholic, devoted wife, and mother of six and a grandmother too, Dr. Dorothy’s work is grounded in compassion, integrity, and family-cantered values. Her personal faith informs her therapeutic approach, particularly in areas of grief, resilience, and relationship healing. She is especially passionate about Gerontology, promoting the mental well-being of older adults, and is currently working toward launching a Seniors Centre to serve this growing population.
Fluent in English, Swahili, and Kikuyu, she brings cultural fluency and empathy to her work with adolescents, couples, families, and individuals. Whether working in therapy rooms, classrooms, or community spaces, Dr. Dorothy remains dedicated to improving mental health outcomes and nurturing resilience across the lifespan.

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