Trauma Therapists in Africa
Trauma does not always look like a single dramatic event. It can be the accumulated weight of things that happened once and never stopped affecting you, or difficulties that built up gradually until they became too heavy to carry alone. Trauma-informed therapy is built around this: understanding not just what happened, but how it continues to shape the present.
Several of our therapists list trauma among their specialties, several with training in EMDR alongside more familiar approaches like cognitive behavioural therapy, and some specifically address post-traumatic stress disorder.
Therapists on this list
These therapists currently list this specialty. You can also search and filter the full directory.
Who works with trauma
In Nigeria, Peter Oyebola works with trauma alongside anxiety and addiction. Franca Eto Umukoro combines CBT with EMDR and works specifically with PTSD, across all age groups. Maria Abraham takes a trauma-informed approach with couples and families, and Priscilla Bako works with trauma alongside relationship difficulties.
In Kenya, Dr. Juster Waweru describes her practice as systemic, trauma-informed and culturally responsive. Dr. Mumbi Njoroge, Sylvia Mita, Aashni Shah and Elvis Macharia Migwi all list trauma among their focus areas, several alongside grief or relationship work.
What trauma-informed therapy means in practice
A trauma-informed therapist works at a pace that does not force you to relive difficult events before you are ready, and pays close attention to safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship itself. If a specific approach like EMDR matters to you, check the therapist’s profile or ask directly.
Frequently asked questions
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing is a structured therapy approach used for trauma and PTSD. Not every therapist offers it — check individual profiles or ask directly.
Do I need a diagnosis of PTSD to see a trauma therapist?
No. Trauma-informed therapists work with a wide range of difficult experiences, whether or not they meet the clinical threshold for PTSD.
How long does trauma therapy take?
It varies considerably by person and approach. Ask about expected timelines in your first conversation.
What if I need help urgently?
This directory is for arranging ongoing therapy, not for emergencies. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services or go to the nearest hospital.