Dr. Jared Bravin Menecha Profile
HoD, Department of Psychology & Counseling
Dr. Jared Bravin Menecha
HoD, Department of Psychology & Counseling
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| Name: | Dr. Jared Bravin Menecha |
|---|---|
| Mobile: | +254 709 972 000 |
| E-mail: | jmenecha@daystar.ac.ke |
| Website: | None |
| Updated: | 15 Jul, 2025 |
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About
Dr. Jared Bravin Menecha is an accomplished Clinical Psychologist, academic, and mental health consultant with over 15 years of experience in higher education, psychological practice, and research leadership. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Psychology and Counseling at Daystar University, where he also lectures and supervises postgraduate research in areas such as psychological assessment, psychotherapy, and educational leadership.
Dr. Menecha holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and has taught at several institutions including Africa International University, Bugema University, and International Leadership University. His research contributions are published in peer-reviewed journals, particularly in the fields of adolescent mental health, family and couple issues, emerging psychological issues, and faith-integrated psychological care.
In addition to academia, Dr. Menecha is a seasoned consultant, having worked with the Ministry of Health–Kenya, Kenyatta National Hospital, and various international NGOs on projects related to mental health policy, refugee wellness, and post-pandemic psychosocial support. He is a reviewer for academic journals and ethical boards. His work reflects a deep commitment to integrating Christian faith with psychological science, and he is known for his servant leadership, scholarly rigor, and passion for holistic mental health solutions across Africa.
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Teaches
Dr. Menecha teaches a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in clinical psychology, mental health, and counseling, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, psychometric rigor, and integrative care. His teaching philosophy is rooted in critical inquiry, faith-informed reflection, and applied learning.
His areas of instruction include:
Psychological Assessment & Measurement: Covers principles of psychometrics, standardized testing, diagnostic tools, and clinical evaluation techniques used in mental health practice.
Neuropsychopharmacology: Explores the interaction between psychotropic medications and brain function, including implications for clinical treatment and integrative therapy.
Physiological Psychology: Examines the biological bases of behavior, neuroanatomy, and brain-behavior relationships, linking neuroscience to clinical disorders and interventions.
Addictions and Interventions: Focuses on the psychological, social, and neurobiological dimensions of substance and behavioral addictions, including therapeutic strategies and relapse prevention models.
Terminal Illness and End-of-Life Care: Addresses grief, loss, chronic illness, and psychosocial support for individuals and families facing life-limiting conditions.
Group Dynamics and Therapy: Provides theoretical and practical understanding of group processes, therapeutic factors, leadership styles, and the role of group work in psychological healing.
Personality Theories: Offers critical engagement with classical and contemporary personality frameworks, with application to counseling, diagnostics, and spiritual growth, among others.
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Ruto, T., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. (2023). Effects of Child Development Centre Programme on Social-Emotional Development of Preschoolers in Kajiado North Sub-County, Kajiado County. Journal of Sociology, Psychology and Religious, 3(2), 1-15.
Published2023
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Onkware, G. C., Menecha, J.B., & Ogeto M.K. (2023). The Translation of Metaphors of Emotions of Anger from EkeGusii to English Using the Extended Conceptual Metaphor Theory. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI) ISSN No. 231-2705 | DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI | Volume X Issue IV April 2023
Published2023
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Kithuka, E., & Menecha, J. (2024). Prevalence of Bullying in Public Secondary Schools: A Case of Selected Schools in Machakos County, Kenya. International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies, 11(10). https://doi.org/10.24940/theijhss/2023/v11/i10/hs2310-005
Published2021
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Obure, S., Ireri, N. W., & Menecha, J. (2021). The relationship between prevalence of marriage conflicts and marital instability among middle-aged couples in Suneka Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 3(3), 15-23.
Published2021
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Aseka, E. O., Ireri, N. W., & Menecha, J. B. (2021). Relationship between Communication and Marital Satisfaction among Christian Couples: A Case Study of Two Selected Churches in Nairobi County, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 3(2), 44-51.
Published2021
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Aseka, E. O., Ireri, N. W., & Menecha, J. B. (2021). Relationship Between Spousal Support and Marital Satisfaction Among Christian Couples: A Case Study of Two Selected Churches in Nairobi County, Kenya. African Journal of Emerging Issues, 3(4), 70-58.
Published2021
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Mbogoh, F., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. B. (2021). Factors Influencing the Start and Progression of Intimate Partner Violence: The Case of Survivors at the Reuben Centre-Mukuru Kwa Reuben Slum, Nairobi County. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies 3.2 (2021): 1-14.
Published2021
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Onkware, G.C., & Menecha, J.B. (2021). Attitude of Congregants Regarding Consecutive Interpretation of Church Sermons in Pentecostal Churches in Nakuru Town. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), VIII(I).
Published2021
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Muta, R. W., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. B. (2020). The Types of Anxiety Disorders Common among Girls’ Secondary School Students in Selected Public Schools in Dagoretti North SubCounty, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 2(1), 59-68.
Published2020
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Muta, R. W., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. B. (2020). Prevalence of Anxiety Related Disorders among Girls’ Secondary School Students in Selected Public Schools in Dagoretti North Sub County, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 2(1), 51-58.
Published2020
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Muriungi, S., & Menecha, J. (2020). Comorbidity of Depression and Anxiety Among Students at the Kenya Medical Training Colleges in Kenya. Advanced Social Sciences Research Journal
Published2020
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Muindi, A., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. (2020). The Prevalence of Psychological Problems of Students from Single Parent Families and Their Academic Performances: A Case of Mukaa Sub-County, Makueni County, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 2(1), 30-50.
Published2020
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Wanjiru, V., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. B. (2020). An Investigation of the Factors Contributing to Infidelity Among Married Couples in Selected Mainstream Churches in Kikuyu Constituency, Kiambu County, Kenya. Journal of Sociology, Psychology & Religious Studies, 2(2), 1-8.
Published2020
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Menecha, J., Munene, A., & Ongaro, K. (2019). Efficacy of Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on anger management among secondary school students. African Journal of Clinical Psychology, 2(2).
Published2019
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Menecha, J., Munene, A., & Ongaro, K. (2018). The correlation between anger and anxiety among secondary school students. International Journal of Current Research.
Published2018
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Menecha, J., Munene, A., & Ongaro, K. (2018). Difference in Anger Expression in Boys and Girls in Secondary School Students in Nakuru County. African Journal of Clinical Psychology, 2(1).
Published2018
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Muthengi, R., Ireri, N., & Menecha, J. (2018). Postnatal Depression among the Female AIC Youth: Case of Wamunyu, Machakos County, Kenya. International Journal of Current Research
Published2018
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Research Interests
Dr. Jared Bravin Menecha is a clinical psychologist, academic, and interdisciplinary scholar with research interests that span clinical psychology, neuroscience, education, and faith-integrated psychotherapy. His work is deeply informed by his background in statistics, physics, and Christian theology, enabling him to bridge empirical science with human-centered care.
His key research areas include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and Christian approaches to mental health. He is also involved in studies on trauma, adolescent mental health, and the neurobiological impact of spiritual practices. Dr. Menecha has published widely on issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, conduct disorders, and marriage counseling, and he remains active in psychometric research and data-driven mental health policy.
Passionate about faith-informed scholarship, he explores the integration of spirituality into psychotherapy, the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, and the psychological needs of marginalized populations such as refugees and orphans. He is committed to advancing holistic, ethical, and evidence-based mental health interventions across Africa.