How Faith, Ubuntu, And Trauma Care Restore Lives

A voice shaped by war, refined by faith, and honed in clinical trenches—Noah Mugenyi joins Rita and I to explore what it really takes to move from surviving to restoring. Noah reads from his book, Restored: A Journey Towards Forgiving and Healing and opens a clear-eyed window into trauma that doesn’t vanish but can change meaning. We talk about how theology informs psychology in his practice, why empathy and dignity are clinical tools, and how Ubuntu turns care into a community act rather than a solo effort.He’s blunt about aftercare gaps and the need to build supports that follow people home. Noah navigates dual identities—Ugandan and Canadian—with responsibility and pride, bringing Rwandan, Kenyan, Nigerian, Ethiopian, and Canadian communities into a clinic culture that feels seen. He shares how a mother’s rule—don’t give up—became the spine of his work, and why “healed people heal others” starts with vulnerability. We even find space for fatherhood, food, and golf.If you’re looking for a conversation that blends faith, evidence-based mental health, cultural competence, and practical crisis tools, this one will meet you where you are and nudge you forward. Listen, watch, and share with someone who needs it, and leave a review so others can find the show—what idea will you carry into future? You have the option to view or listen to Noah's mesmerizing account.https://youtu.be/jgzKayzRZA4 (Video podcast)Connect to Noah Mugenyi:https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/noah-mugenyi-toronto-on/264720facebook.com/noahmugenyiclinicalcounsellor/ (Facebook)linkedin.com/in/noah-mugenyi-m-div-rp-author-79737941 (LinkedIn)Thoughts on the podcast? Send us a text message.Support the show