A trained clinical psychologist with hands-on experience in diagnosis, evaluation & treatment of emotional & behavioral issues among children & adults. A professional individual therapist, who also develops mental health awareness strategies in workspaces to improve the wellbeing and performance of employees.
Areas of Expertise
- Cognitive & perceptual psychology
- Substance abuse
- Group therapy
- Depression
- Neuropsychology of workspaces
Other Skills
- Knowledgeable in psychological skills and practice
- Ability to relate and empathize with a range of people
- Interest in how people think and behave
- Sensitive listening and questioning skills
Work Experience
Clinical Psychologist – Quickcare Wellness Center (2015 to date)
- Director, Mental Health & Mental Wellness
- Conducts individual psychotherapy
- Conducts group interventions & psychotherapy
- Diagnoses & treats mental illness
- Performs psychological assessments
Psychologist – Butabika National Referral Hospital (2016 to date)
- Consultant on specific mental illnesses
- Modified existing research to correct errors and optimize efficiency
- Lead group therapy sessions with troubled teens in court-mandated programs
Projects
- Stanbic Bank – Wellness workshops
- UBL – Mental health support
- Uganda Securities Exchange – Mental health support
- Rotary Club Kampala Springs – Mental health support
- Jinja Rugby Club – Mental health support
- Zurich Foundation – Mental health curriculum for youth training
- Ugandan Law Society – Mental health workshop
- Media Challenge Group – Sexual harassment training
- Action for Disability and Development International – Mental health support
Education History
Makerere University
- Bachelor of Community Psychology (2006)
- Master of Science in Mental Health (Clinical Psychology) (2016)
