School of Humanities staff and students during the Career Week held between january 28 - February 2, 2019 at the Graduation Square
Registrar RIO graced the launch of Professor. Githiora's book on Sheng' at the Graduate School Building Room 202
CODESRIA team members following the discussion during the workshop training hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
CODESRIA team members following the discussion during the workshop training hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
Participants comparing notes in their groups during the Group Discussion Session at the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
Professor Joy Obando of the Department of Geography referring to her notes on Research Integrity and Ethics during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the KUCC
The gracious Professor Joy Obando of the Department of Geography, explaining ethical concepts in research to members of the CODESRIA team during the 10 day workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
Confucius Institute Event held at BSSC Room 14
Professor Abdul Karim Bangura explaining to the participants about the Ideal Dissertation Structure during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
The Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor Chris Shisanya giving his presentation on Epistemological Paradigms in Social Research during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School at KUCC
Professor Ishmael Munene presenting a certificate of participation to Lydia Amoah from University of Ghana during the closing ceremony of CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
Professor Ibrahim Oanda presenting a certificate of participation to Florence Shingirayi Chamisa from University of FortHare during the closing ceremony of CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
Professor Ibrahim Oanda presenting a certificate of participation to Sylvester Kohol Shima from University of Ibadan during the closing ceremony of CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
The facilitators Professors Chris Shisanya being presented with gifts as a token of appreciation for the exemplary job they did during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC.
The facilitators Professors Joy Obando being presented with gifts as a token of appreciation for the exemplary job they did during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC.
Dr. Godwin Murunga, the Incoming Executive Secretary of CODESRIA giving his closing remarks during the workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC
The facilitator being presented with gifts as a token of appreciation for the exemplary job they did during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC.
The facilitator being presented with gifts as a token of appreciation for the exemplary job they did during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC.
The facilitator being presented with gifts as a token of appreciation for the exemplary job they did during the CODESRIA workshop hosted by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at KUCC.
Phelista Musili

Name: Phelista Marura Musili
Title/Qualifications: PhD
Department/Unit/Section: Psychology
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Position: Lecturer
Contact Address:  P.O. Box 5265-80401, Diani

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Area of Specialization: Counselling Psychology, Trauma & Palliative Counselling ,EMDR

Research Interests:

  • Psychological/Vicarious Trauma in caregivers
  • Palliative/Hospice care and Counselling
  • Family and Adolescence Counselling
  • Substance Addiction & Rehabilitation Studies
  • Mental Health Research
  • Stress management
  • HIV and AIDS

Publications & Manuals

  • Musili, P.M. (2021), Teaching Interactive Module, Psychology of Gender: Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning
  • Wasanga C. & Musili,P.M., (2021), Teaching Interactive Module: Professional and Ethical Issues in Counseling: Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning
  • Gachara E. & Musili, P.M. (2020).  Teaching Interactive Module: Basic Counseling and Psychoeducation Skills for Addiction Professionals.  Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning.
  • Musili, P.M., Gatua, D., & Nthangi A., (2020). Teaching Interactive Module, Introduction to Psychopathology: Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning.
  • Githae, E., Musili, P.M., Kimotho S., (2020). Teaching Interactive Module:Skills and Techniques of Counselling: Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning.
  • Otanga, H., Musili, P. M., Tanhan, A., Buluş, M., & Arslan, G. (2020). Exploring college students’ biopsychosocial spiritual wellbeing and problems during COVID-19 through a contextual and comprehensive framework. Manuscript under review.
  • Musili, P.M., Sirera A.M. & Kathungu, B.M. (2016). Vicarious Trauma among Professional Caregivers and Support Staff in Selected Hospices in Kenya. International Scientific Invention Journals (ISIJ) ISSN 2455-6289 Vol. 2 (7) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338852314_
  • Ouma, C.A., & Mwenje, M., & Musili, P.M. (2012). Relationship Between Locus of Control and Criminal Behavior among Inmates at Thika Prison, Kenya. Kenyan Journal of Guidance, Counseling and Psychology. ISSN 2226-0552 Volume 2 (1).
  • Musili, P.M. (2009). Teaching Module: Health Psychology. A Module for E-Learning. Nrb: Kenyatta university Press
  • Musili, P.M., & Ouma, C.A., (2014). Teaching Module: Human Sexuality. A Module for E-Learning. Nrb: Kenyatta University Press

Conference/Workshops/Seminar Papers

  • Challenges and Obstacles facing Mediators in Kenya – In a seminar by Glory Mediation Centre on 24th January 2020
  • ‘Personal Trauma History and Occurrence of Vicarious Trauma among Caregivers in Hospices in Kenya’ In the Oncology Nurses Chapter-Kenya and Association for Psycho oncology in Africa International Conference, 10th August, 2018
  • ‘Assessing Risk Factors and Frequency of Alcohol Use among Palliative Care Patients in Kenya’; on  31st May 2018, in 44th Annual Alcohol Epidemiology Symposium of Kettil Bruun Society (KBS) in Thailand
  • ‘Prevalence of Alcohol and Substance Use among Patients in Palliative Care’; on 21st February 2018 in Kenyatta University
  • ‘Awareness of Drug Policy and Drug Prevention Measures among Students of Selected Secondary Schools in Kenya’ on 20th Feb. 2018 in Kenyatta University
  • ‘Vicarious Trauma among Professional Caregivers and Support Staff in Selected Hospices in Kenya.  On 1st July 2016 (Kenyatta University)
  • Psychological Issues among the Terminally ill: Lessons from a Qualitative Interview Study of Patients and their Care givers,’ in the 3rd Bennial Kenya National Palliative Care Conference (KEHPCA), on 12th -14th Sept, 2012 at Sarova Panafric Hotel, NRB.
  • Poster presentation:Hidden Patients in Palliative Care’ in the 3rd Bennial KEHPCA, on 12th to 14th Sept, 2012 at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi.

Research

  • Exploring College Students’ Biopsychosocial Spiritual Wellbeing and Problems during COVID-19 through a contextual and comprehensive framework.
  • ‘Assessing Risk Factors and Frequency of Alcohol Use among Palliative Care Patients in Kenya’
  • 'Awareness of Drug Policy and Drug Prevention Measures among Students of Selected Secondary Schools in Kenya’
  • Research: ‘Prevalence of Alcohol & Substance Use among Patients in Palliative Care’.
  • ‘Psychological Issues among the terminally ill: Lessons from a Qualitative Interview Study of Patients and their Care givers’
  • ‘Vicarious Trauma among Professional Caregivers and Support Staff in Selected Hospices in Kenya.
  • ‘Utilization of VCTs among selected sec. school students in Kwale County’
  • Research Assistant in a Survey on ‘The Changing Family & Kinship in Kenya; Kwale County’

Conferences/Workshops/Seminars Attended

  • Oct      2020:     A Focus on Treatment and Recovery: A Virtual Conference on Drug Demand Reduction in Africa, Prevention, Epidemiology & Treatment; by International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
  • Oct      2020:    Epidemiology & Its Role in Drug Demand Reduction: A Virtual Conference on Drug Demand Reduction in Africa, Prevention, Epidemiology & Treatment; by International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
  • Jan      2020  :The Mediators’ Seminar - Glory Mediation Centre - Royal Court Hotel Mombasa
  • Sept     2019 :Training of Trainers (TOT) in Mediation (MTI –E.Africa)
  • May    2019  : Sustainability and Health Promotion (K.U. & University of Finland)
  • Sept     2018  :The Oncology Nurses Chapter - Kenya and Association for Psycho-Oncology in Africa International Conference, 2018
  • June   2018  :  44th Annual Alcohol Epidemiology Symposium of Kettil Bruun Society (KBS) in Chiang Mai Thailand
  • Feb     2018 :  1st Regional Multi-Disciplinary Conference on Drugs Demand Reduction and Supply Suppression (Kenyatta University)
  • July    2017  :Certified Professional Mediator (MTI-EA)
  • Aug    2016  : Palliative Care (Kenyatta University/Nairobi Hospice)
  • 2014 - 2015  :Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Part 1 &2 Training
  • Nov    2014 :The 4Th Kenya National Palliative Care Conference (KEHPCA) - Nairobi
  • Nov    2013 :3rd National Conference of Kenya Guidance, Counselling & Psychological Association (KGCPA) – Egerton University
  • Nov     2012 : Conference: on Peace Agenda for Kenya: (KCPA) - NRB
  • Sept     2012: The 3rd Kenya National Palliative Care Conference (KEHPCA)
  • April   2012 :Counselling Supervision Workshop – Kenyatta University
  • Aug     2010 : Training of Trainers (TOT) in Psychological Counselling - KIPC
  • Nov     2009 :Leadership Training – SERVE Ministry International
  • Nov     2008 :Voluntary Counselling and Testing Course –NASCOP & KAPC
  • Aug     2006: Practical Counselling Skills and Application – Maranatha College
  • Nov     2004: National DFID Global Sch. Partnership Conference: British Council
  • Feb      2004 : Life Skills & HIV/AIDS
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