Motivations for Career Path among Counselling Psychology Undergraduates of the Catholic University Of Eastern Africa, Kenya

This study explored the motivations to study counselling psychology by students of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, (CUEA) Kenya.A case study with 12 Undergraduates selected through snowball sampling.An interview guide was used to collect data which were analyzed thematically.It was found that personal awareness of mental health issues, family dynamics, role models in the profession, and response to socio-cultural needs are pivotal in student motivation to study Counselling Psychology.The findings imply that counseling psychology is not merely a career choice; but a vocation that integrates personal healing with a commitment to societal mental well-being.Following these findings, it is suggested that universities continue to provide practical activities to enhance this initial motivation and sustain it throughout the period of study at the university.