Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC) is a leading mental health and wellness consultancy in Kenya, dedicated to bridging the gap between healthcare and mental well-being.
Today, as we mark World Mental Health Day 2025, themed “Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies”, the spotlight falls on the urgent need to prioritize psychological care in times of crisis.
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC) has positioned itself at the forefront of this mission, offering innovative, compassionate, and accessible mental health support. We had the privilege to interview Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy, and found it so inspiring to learn about the incredible work they are doing in the mental health space.
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC) is a licensed counseling and wellness consultancy offering therapy, organizational wellness, and psychosocial support programs across Kenya. Guided by the principles of empathy, ethics, and excellence, AKC provides corporate, school, and community-based mental health interventions designed to promote balance, resilience, and growth.
In this feature, Aminatuzahra Kalebi shares the journey of the consultancy, how they are redefining mental health support, transforming lives and communities, and their vision for transforming mental health in Kenya.
Meet The Team at Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
Mental health in Kenya is no longer a whispered conversation. It is becoming a public priority, and at the heart of this change stands Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC). Established to bridge the gap between healthcare and mental wellness, AKC has steadily carved its place as a leading voice in the country’s mental health space.
For AKC, mental wellness is about building a culture where mental health is understood, embraced, and accessible to all.
“Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy was born out of a shared vision to bridge the gap between healthcare and mental wellness in Kenya. Inspired by Dr. Ahmed Kalebi’s passion for holistic health and wellness, the consultancy was established to extend that same excellence and integrity into the mental health space.”
Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
What began as a mission to provide quality mental health care has grown into a movement. Over time, AKC evolved into a trusted Counseling and Wellness Consultancy, committed to normalizing mental health conversations, breaking stigma, and creating accessible pathways to care for individuals, families, and organizations. Today, AKC works with schools, corporates, and communities to create spaces where mental health is a true priority.
“Our mission is to make mental wellness accessible, relatable, and sustainable for all. We envision a Kenya where mental health is a shared priority, not a privilege. It is about balance, self-awareness, and support, and this is what every program we design reflects.”
From corporate wellness training to student wellbeing programs, AKC has built its work around empathy, professionalism, and evidence-based approaches. Aminatuzahra believes that this holistic approach is key to changing the mental health field.
Designing and implementing wellness programs at Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy.
It is this combination of vision, passion, and action that has positioned Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy as a trusted name in Kenya’s mental health ecosystem, a beacon of change as the nation continues to embrace mental wellness as part of its core wellbeing.
How Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy is Redefining Mental Health Support
Redefining mental health support requires more than therapy, it requires systems that meet people where they are, in ways that address their unique needs. Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC) approaches mental wellness with this philosophy at its core, offering a diverse range of services designed to cater to individuals, organizations, and communities.
“Our vision has always been to go beyond conventional mental health support,” says Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy. “We want to embed mental wellness into the heart of workplaces, schools, and everyday life.”
AKC offers a wide range of services designed to support both individuals and organizations. These include:
- Counseling & Therapy (individual, family, adolescent, and couples therapy)
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for organizations
- Corporate and Institutional Wellness Programs
- School Wellness Programs (for students, teachers, and parents)
- Workshops and Trainings on mental health awareness, resilience, and emotional intelligence
In addition, AKC partners with healthcare institutions, community organizations, and corporates to integrate mental wellness into everyday systems.
“Each package we design starts with a deep understanding of the client’s context,” Aminatuzahra explains. “This ensures the solution is not only effective but sustainable.”
Their three core packages illustrate this tailored approach:
- Corporate Wellness focuses on stress management, burnout prevention, leadership wellbeing, and confidential employee support through the EAP model.
- School Wellness builds psychosocial safety by offering student counseling, teacher wellness sessions, and parent engagement workshops.
- General Wellness offers one-on-one therapy and community wellness programs to help individuals and families build healthier, more resilient lives.
These programs are rooted in the understanding that mental wellness is not one-size-fits-all.
“What works for a corporate team is not necessarily what works for a school or a family.. That’s why we start with an assessment, so every program fits the reality of the people it serves.”
Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
AKC has also identified pressing mental health challenges that span workplaces and schools. Rising stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue are common in professional settings, while students face growing anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and emotional overwhelm.
A 2025 study conducted by the Shamiri Institute and Aga Khan University revealed significant mental health concerns among Kenyan adolescents, with 23.9% of those who experienced multiple Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) reporting deep mental health scars . This underscores the urgency of addressing mental health challenges in educational settings. Similarly, a study published in Frontiers in Public Health in 2025 found that 30.9% of university students in Kenya reported mental health conditions, with first-year students exhibiting the highest prevalence at 40.7% . These findings highlight the critical need for targeted mental health interventions in both academic and professional environments.
“Our focus is always on prevention, education, and building sustainable wellbeing systems,” Aminatuzahra explains. “We don’t want mental health support to be reactive only, we want it to be proactive, part of everyday life.”
The reality is clear, mental health challenges in workplaces, schools, and communities are growing, and the cost of neglect is far too high. By tailoring solutions to specific needs and embedding wellness into everyday systems, AKC ensures that mental health support is not reactive but proactive. This is why AKC’s work is relevant and vital in shaping a healthier, stronger Kenya.
Overseeing operations at Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy Transforming Lives and Communities
For Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC), mental health support is not confined to offices or clinics, it is a movement that reaches into communities, schools, and workplaces, transforming lives one person at a time. Their approach recognizes that healing happens most powerfully when it is embedded in real-life contexts and driven by empathy.
“Our work has reached hundreds of individuals through schools, corporate settings, and community programs. One of our most meaningful initiatives was at Kamiti Prison, where we led trauma-informed therapy and staff wellness interventions. The impact was profound, creating safe spaces for self-reflection, emotional healing, and behavioral change among both inmates and staff.”
Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
She says such moments remind them that mental wellness is possible, even in the most challenging environments, a powerful reason why their work matters, bringing hope and healing where it is needed most.
This kind of impact is clear across AKC’s work in schools and workplaces. In educational settings, for example, AKC has seen students who once struggled with anxiety build greater confidence, emotional balance, and stronger coping skills. In workplaces, their wellness programs create healthier environments, reduce burnout, and boost productivity among employees.
The relevance of AKC’s work extends even further in the context of this year’s World Mental Health Day theme, “Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies.” Aminatuzahra notes:
“We believe mental health care is most needed during moments of crisis. Our community wellness sessions often target vulnerable populations, including school children, healthcare workers, and families recovering from trauma. By embedding psychosocial care in community response programs, AKC ensures that emotional recovery goes hand-in-hand with physical and social rebuilding.”
Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy’s approach offers a model that grassroots organizations in Kenya can emulate. By embedding psychosocial care into community response programs, mental health NGOs can ensure support reaches those most affected during crises.
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy’s Vision for Transforming Mental Health in Kenya
As the world marks World Mental Health Day 2025, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy (AKC) is taking bold steps to make mental wellness a shared reality across Kenya. This year, AKC is hosting a series of wellness activities, from student sessions to organizational talks, alongside a subsidized counseling campaign designed to make therapy more accessible. They are also partnering with like-minded organizations to amplify awareness, both digitally and in communities.
“Our message is simple, mental wellness should be within reach for everyone,” says Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director and Lead Psychologist at AKC. “Whether it’s through therapy, conversation, or community support, caring for your mental health is part of caring for your life.”
Strengthening AKC’s digital presence and promoting impactful storytelling online.
Looking ahead, AKC envisions a Kenya where mental health is not treated as a separate agenda but integrated into education, healthcare, and corporate systems.
“We see Kenya moving towards a future where mental wellness is fully integrated into education, healthcare, and corporate systems. AKC’s role is to continue building frameworks for that, training professionals, supporting institutions, and leading national conversations on wellbeing. Our hope is to see policy, systems, and culture work together to make mental health a collective priority.” – Aminatuzahra Kalebi, Director & Lead Psychologist, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy
Leading the vision and strategy for Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy.
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy envisions a society where policy, systems, and culture work together to make mental health a collective priority. As Aminatuzahra Kalebi puts it, “Our hope is to see policy, systems, and culture work together to make mental health a collective priority.”
Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy is already paving the way for this future. Based in Nairobi, the consultancy offers both in-person and virtual services to meet diverse needs.
If you’re looking for student wellness talks, organizational sessions, therapy services, or opportunities for partnerships and collaborations, AKC welcomes you to connect. Together, we can build a culture where mental wellness is valued and accessible to all.
You can connect with them through their website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X or email them at consultancy@ahmedkalebi.com.
In a world where humanitarian crises and everyday stressors are increasing, Ahmed Kalebi Consultancy stands as a beacon of hope, leading the conversation on mental wellness in Kenya and inspiring a future where mental health truly belongs to everyone.
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