During her clinical psychology internship at the UKZN Department of Behavioural Medicine, Ms. Nene worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her training at the R K Khan Hospital Forensic Unit included intensive programs in forensic psychology and neuropsychology. She furthered her skills through placements at King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex, King Edward VIII Hospital, and Addington, where she provided individual psychotherapy for individuals dealing with severe psychiatric disorders.

Ms. Nene's commitment to community service is evident in her work at the Phoenix Assessment and Therapy Centre, where she worked extensively with preschoolers and children with autism and developmental disorders, including ADD/ADHD.

Prior to establishing her own practice, Ms. Nene gained two years of valuable experience at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital, where she specialized in forensic evaluation and report writing in accordance with the Criminal Procedure Act and Child Justice Act.

As a Clinical Psychologist with the University of Cape Town, Student Wellness Services, Ms. Nene collaborated with students and colleagues to raise awareness about mental health issues, aiming to dismantle the stigma associated with these problems. Following her tenure there, she ventured into private practice, offering psychotherapy and consultation services to adolescents and young adults.

Ms. Nene specializes in Neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and consultation for children, adolescents, young adults, and families affected by developmental disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD), learning disabilities, ADHD, medical illnesses, and other neuro-developmental and psychiatric disorders. She provides comprehensive evaluations for toddlers, children, adolescents, and young adults, including school observations, consultations, and attendance at school meetings. Additionally, Ms. Nene excels in Forensic assessment, diagnosis, and medico-legal report writing, particularly in matters related to Criminal Capacity, Mental Status Examination, and Brain Injury (Road Accident Fund and private attorneys).

Education

M. Soc Sc. Clinical Psychology University of KwaZulu Natal, Howard College Campus

M. Soc Sc. Research Psychology University of KwaZulu Natal, Pietermaritzburg Campus

B. Soc Sc. Honours. Psychology University of KwaZulu Natal, Howard College Campus

B. Social Work (Majoring in Social Work and Psychology) University of KwaZulu Natal, Howard College Campus