Alexandre Cohen

​Alexandre is a Clinical Psychologist from Belgium. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Education and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology from the Université Libre de Bruxelles in Belgium, as well as a certificate in Mental Health in social contex…

Brigitte Mukashema

Brigitte is a professional therapist with 20 years of experience. She holds a bachelor degree in Social Sciences and a Master’s degree in Art of counseling Psychology from Mount Kenya University.  She is trained in a variety of clinical techniques, including Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior…

Carole Steinke

Carole is a licensed Psychotherapist working at Solid Minds, where she provides therapy, counseling, and training services for individuals and groups. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Bern in Switzerland, with a major …

Damien Niyonsaba

Damien is a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMHN). He completed Mental Health Nursing program at the University of Rwanda College of Medicine and Health Sciences. Alongside his formal education, Damien has pursued 

Edmond Dufatanye

Edmond is a certified group practitioner from the London Institute of Group Analysis. He has 14 years of clinical experience within inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health Nursing from …

Jean Pierre

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​Dr. Jean Pierre is a Senior Clinician for Solid Minds, earned his Doctorate and Master’s degrees in International and Multicultural Education from the University of San Francisco/California. He also did graduate studies in Public Health…

Josée Nyamutamba Nyetera

Josée is a nurse and therapist. She is a member of the Association Santé Mentale Suisse Rwanda (ASMSR). She received her counsellor certification from the Association Rwandaise des Conseillers en Traumatisme and the Ministry of Health….

Justine Mukamwezi

Justine is a passionate psychologist and is the Clinical Director for Solid Minds. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rwanda and a Master’s of Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University in the United States. She has over 9 years of experience…

Pierre Dongier

Pierre is Solid Minds’ Consulting Physician and a medical doctor who graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1976. He completed a Masters in Health Administration at Universite de Montreal in 1994. During his career in Montreal, he worked as a general practitioner in a clinic for refugees,…

Souvenir Alphonsine

Souvenir is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master of Public Health from the University of Rwanda. In her capacity professional development, Souvenir has been continuously trained on additional psychological approaches and special topics …

Wenda Franjoux

Wenda is a Clinical Psychologist with Solid Minds. Educated in France, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bordeaux II University and a Master’s degree in Clinical psychology from Toulouse Jean Jaurès University where she specialised in Psychopathology and Psychotherapies…

Ange Sandrine Uwisanze

Sandrine is a Program Design, Management, and Research Graduate Mastercard Foundation Scholar Fellow at Solid Minds. She holds a master’s degree in Global Health Policy from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland and an undergraduate degree in both Public Health and International Studies from Muhlenberg…

Aliane Mutuyimana

​Aliane serves as the Office Manager at Solid Minds, leveraging her educational background in Hospitality Management from Davis College Akilah Campus. With a strong foundation in communication, customer care, and computer skills, Aliane plays a vital role in her position. In her capacity as the Office Managerat Solid Minds, 

Aquino Wendy Ndlovu

Aquino is the Mental Health and Wellness Mastercard Foundation Scholar Fellow at Solid Minds and is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Entrepreneurship at African Leadership University (ALU) in Kigali, Rwanda. In 2018, she obtained her BSc Hons Degree in Psychology at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ).

Caroline Rusabana

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Caroline has recently relocated to Kigali from Belgium, and she holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Brussels University (ULB), as well as a post-master degree in Cultural Anthropology from the Catholic University of Leuven where she was trained in the latest trauma intervention technique…

Christine Uwimana

Christine is the Program Manager at Solid Minds who supports and ensures all Solid Mind’s partner projects are always on track and achieve the impact intended. She holds an MBA in Project Management from the Oklahoma Christian University and is currently pursuing her Project Management Professional…

Claire Umurerwa

​Claire is an Office Manager at Solid Minds. She is a trained office manager and cashier with more than three years of customer care experience. She is currently undertaking her Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Finance at the University of Kigali.  At Solid Minds, Claire is the special connection between the clients and the therapists …

Chantal Mudahogora

Chantal brings a valued personal and professional background in Mental Health to the Solid Minds Team providing wellness coaching to our clients. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Counselling. Chantal survived the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda; she moved to Canada in 22 years ago as a refugee and she is now back in Rwanda.

Claver Irakoze

Claver is the Learning, Media and Communications Manager at Solid Minds. He is an experienced Digital Resources professional and ICT Projects expert, with more than a decade of experience, demonstrating a strong track record in IT project development and management. Over the past 14 years, Claver’s expertise has evolved to encompass a …

Jemma Hogwood

Jemma  has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College London in the UK. She is registered to practice as a Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council in the UK and with the Rwanda Allied Health Professions Council. Jemma has been involved with Solid Minds from the beginning, helping to set up the…

Khanyisile Adrianna Dhlomo

Khanyisile is a Mental Health and Wellness Generalist Mastercard Foundation Scholar Fellow at Solid Minds. She holds a postgraduate honours degree in Social Development and a Bachelor degree of Social Work, both from the University of Cape Town. She is currently registered to practice as a Social …

Nadiya Tucker

Nadiya Tucker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland. After graduating with her B.S., she joined the Peace Corps in Kenya, where she…

Rose Nyiraneza

​Rose is Solid Minds’ Administration and Research Assistant. She comes from a family of Rwandan genocide survivors and her parents’ resilience sparked her interest in understanding mental health. She recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in

Tumaini Mirindi Mpawenimana

Tumaini is Solid Mind’s Accountant. He has a Master’s degree in Finance and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting as well as a Certificate in Literature. He currently is pursuing a Masters in Fiscal Law.  He is a dynamic, results-oriented financial professional with 18 years of experience in both private…