About occupational psychologists
Occupational (work and organisational) psychologists deal with well-being at work: stress and burnout prevention, workplace conflicts, career guidance, leadership and team development.
Getting mental health care in the Congo - Kinshasa
The national mental health programme (PNSM) has used the WHO mhGAP approach since 2011 to integrate mental health into primary care, and the Centre neuropsychopathologique (CNPP) in Kinshasa is the reference centre for mental disorders.
What does a occupational psychologist do?
An occupational psychologist, or work and organisational psychologist, applies psychology to the workplace. Day to day they may assess and select candidates, design training, improve team dynamics and leadership, assess psychosocial risks such as stress or harassment, support organisational change and promote well-being. Some also offer individual career guidance, coaching or support with burnout and return to work.
What happens in the first session
For individuals, the first session explores your work history, current situation, strengths, values and what you want to change. For organisations, it is usually a meeting to define the need, the people involved and expected outcomes. Bring your CV or relevant data, and ask about methodology, confidentiality, especially if your employer is paying, and how results are reported.