Mobile Therapy

Access to mental healthcare in underserved communities remains a significant challenge due to stigma, financial barriers, and limited services. Our Mobile Therapy Unit bridges this gap by bringing mental healthcare directly to those who need it most.

What we do

  • Community-Based Care: Our mobile therapy unit travels to marginalized and remote areas where traditional healthcare infrastructure may be lacking. By offering counseling, therapy, and mental health assessments on-site, we ensure individuals receive timely and convenient care.
  • Flexible and Inclusive Services: The mobile unit provides both in-person and virtual counseling, addressing unique challenges such as transportation, childcare responsibilities, and time constraints. Our hybrid approach ensures that no one is left behind.
  • Breaking Stigma: By bringing mental health services directly into communities, we normalize conversations around mental health and encourage individuals to seek support without fear of judgment. This is especially critical for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), adolescents, and individuals struggling with conditions like depression or anxiety.
  • Trained Professionals on the Go: Our team includes therapists, mental health advocates, and outreach workers equipped to handle various mental health concerns with empathy and professionalism.
     

 

Impact

The mobile therapy unit has made mental healthcare accessible to individuals who would otherwise remain isolated due to stigma, lack of resources, or physical distance. This innovation allows us to reach more people, build trust within communities, and ensure mental healthcare becomes a right, not a privilege.
 

Other Areas of Focus

Economic Empowerment for Survivors

Economic independence is a crucial aspect of recovery and resilience for survivors of GBV and individuals with mental health challenges. Our economic empowerment programs are designed to provide participants with the skills, resources, and opportunities needed to rebuild their lives.

Capacity Building on Mental Health Through Mental Health Literacy Training

Mental health literacy refers to the knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions, including recognizing symptoms, knowing when to seek help, and reducing misconceptions or stigma. By building mental health literacy, we empower individuals and communities to better address mental health challenges.

Reach us on our toll free line

080 072 4420

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We are on a mission to empower survivors, cultivate trauma-sensitive communities, and bridge the gap between essential services.

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