Uganda Counselling Association

Uganda Counselling Association UCA VISION
Quality professional Counselling training and practice in Uganda.

UCA OBJECTIVES
1.To ensure high level of competence, holistic services, ethical standards, standardization and regulation of counselling practice country wide.
2. To promote an avenue for learning, recognition, acquisition of professional qualifications in counselling, independence/ self governance and professional exposure.

What if the future of counseling in Uganda isn’t guesswork, but proof?With only 1.13 mental health personnel per 100,000...
09/06/2026

What if the future of counseling in Uganda isn’t guesswork, but proof?

With only 1.13 mental health personnel per 100,000 Ugandans and just 1% of the health budget going to mental health, we can’t afford “trial and error”. Interventions like IPT-G and CBT are already reducing depression and anxiety symptoms in Ugandan communities and clinics.

Join this session and be part of the shift. Let’s unpack which approaches actually work here, how counselors are closing gaps, and what standards we must set so every client gets care that meets their needs. If you counsel, train, or supervise, this conversation will reshape how you practice and your contribution to the discussion will be appreciated.

https://forms.gle/5K5fZYugFDnenVyv5

Book your slot now using the link above and be part of shaping the future of counseling in Uganda
Ministry of Health- Uganda Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda Kyambogo University Parliament of Uganda Makerere University UNESCO Department of Psychology, Kyambogo University StrongMinds TPO Uganda AVSI Daily Monitor American Counseling Association

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Dear UCA Members,You are cordially invited to our Members Forum taking place this Friday. The session will begin with ke...
03/06/2026

Dear UCA Members,

You are cordially invited to our Members Forum taking place this Friday.

The session will begin with key updates on the association’s current activities and administrative matters. We will also reflect on our journey so far, reviewing past milestones, assessing our present standing, and outlining the strategic direction for the months ahead.

This forum is designed as an interactive platform. Your insights, feedback, and professional perspectives are essential to shaping the future of our association and advancing the counselling profession in Uganda.

Your participation in person will ensure we have robust, meaningful discussions that truly represent our collective vision. Updates on the link will be shared on the Association official WhatsApp group concerning the link for joining

Let’s continue building a stronger association, together.

We look forward to seeing you there.

UCA Board.

This Martyrs Day, the world remembers the faith, courage, and sacrifice of the Uganda Martyrs who stood firm for their b...
03/06/2026

This Martyrs Day, the world remembers the faith, courage, and sacrifice of the Uganda Martyrs who stood firm for their beliefs.

As we face the challenge of Ebola, public gatherings have been paused to keep our communities safe. Yet the spirit of this day cannot be paused. We encourage you to commemorate it in your homes, in your hearts, in your modest dress, and in places of worship where you can safely go.

Let the legacy of the Martyrs live on through us: by loving one another, spreading hope instead of fear, and being a center of happiness and strength for our families and neighbors. Check on someone who is grieving. Share a prayer. Offer comfort.
The Martyrs taught us that faith and unity overcome any trial. Together, we will overcome this too.

From all of us at Uganda Counselling Association, we wish you a reflective, blessed, and peaceful Martyrs Day.

Stay safe. Stay faithful. Stay united.

Dear Members, Partner Organizations, Ministries, and Stakeholders,On behalf of the organizing committee, we extend our s...
01/06/2026

Dear Members, Partner Organizations, Ministries, and Stakeholders,

On behalf of the organizing committee, we extend our sincere appreciation for your participation in the 5th Uganda National Mental Health Conference.

We recognize and value your contributions to the deliberations, your commitment to collaboration, and the professional networks strengthened during the three-day conference. Your attendance throughout the sessions and active engagement were instrumental to the success of this event.

The insights shared and partnerships formed will be critical as we continue to advance mental health policies, practice, and advocacy in Uganda. We thank you for your time, expertise, and dedication to this cause. We look forward to continued collaboration.

Warm regards,
COC UNMHConf2026

29/05/2026

Rhythm-Based Wellness: Harnessing the Power of Drum Circles as a Multidisciplinary Tool for Mental Health Promotion in Diverse Ugandan Communities.

This video captures the heart of our conference session where drum circles proved they’re more than music, they’re medicine. From rural villages to urban communities across Uganda, rhythm is breaking barriers, easing anxiety, building connection, and giving people a voice without words.

We’re inspired by the beauty of this therapy, the stories shared, and the energy in the room. The learning doesn’t stop here. We’re carrying this forward and can’t wait to dive deeper in upcoming sessions.
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A key moment at the 5th Uganda National Mental Health Conference. With the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Health, Presi...
29/05/2026

A key moment at the 5th Uganda National Mental Health Conference. With the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Health, Presidents of Professional Associations (Uganda Association of Psychiatrists, Uganda Counseling Association, Clinical Psychologists Association Uganda, National Social Workers Association Uganda and International Association of Counselling -AFRICA), leadership of the National Mental Health Working Group, and the Ministry of Health leadership from the Division of Mental Health and Control of Substance Use

Together we’re strengthening collaboration, policy, and action for mental health and wellbeing across Uganda. A powerful show of unity and commitment to advancing mental health services for all Ugandans.

This is what progress looks like when we work together.

Ministry of Health- Uganda National Association of Social Workers of Uganda -Naswu

At the 5th UNMHConf2026, our Guest of Honour, Dr. Diana Atwine, emphasized that “Professionalism must be rooted in compa...
28/05/2026

At the 5th UNMHConf2026, our Guest of Honour, Dr. Diana Atwine, emphasized that “Professionalism must be rooted in compassion and accountability. Mental health is foundational to societal wellbeing and requires multisectoral investment and innovation.”

Her remarks reaffirmed a clear commitment to advancing mental health in Uganda. She also pledged to support our collaborative efforts to advocate for increased budgetary allocation for mental health within the Ministry of Health.
We are taking deliberate and coordinated steps in the right direction 💪🏽

Ministry of Health- Uganda

Ladies and gentlemen, the 5th Uganda National Mental Health Conference commenced today and we are overjoyed by the huge ...
27/05/2026

Ladies and gentlemen, the 5th Uganda National Mental Health Conference commenced today and we are overjoyed by the huge turn-up. This confirms the commitment to professionalising Mental Health in Uganda.
We are full house 💪🏽

Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda
Ministry of Health- Uganda

We are honored to have the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Uganda as our Guest of Honour.Her participation mark...
26/05/2026

We are honored to have the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Uganda as our Guest of Honour.

Her participation marks a significant milestone for mental health advocacy in Uganda. We look forward to presenting our findings, engaging in constructive dialogue, and understanding the Ministry’s priorities as we work toward stronger, more accessible mental health systems together.
Ministry of Health- Uganda

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