Relationship between Meaning in Life and Psychological Well-Being among First-Year Counseling Psychology Students at Selected Private Universities in Nairobi County, Keny

Previous studies have examined factors that affect the mental well-being of college students, specifically in regards to their academic achievements and overall university experience.Nevertheless, there is a dearth of research regarding the relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being among firstyear counseling psychology students.The objective of the study was to examine the relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being among first-year counseling psychology students.The study was grounded on logo therapy theory and Ryff's six-factor model.The study employed a correlational research design.Through Cluster sampling, the study utilized a sample size of 102 participants from five private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya.The data was collected using Meaning in Life Questionnaire and the Ryff's Psychological Well-Being Scale.The data collected was analyzed using, descriptive statistics,Pearson correlational analysis and regression analysis with SPSS.The results showed positive relationship between the presence of meaning in life and psychological wellbeing (r=.266, p<0.0007).The study recommended targeted support programs to foster meaning; tailored support for employed and unemployed students; holistic mental health interventions; and regular monitoring and evaluation of students' well-being.