Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
INTERNSHIPS
CORPORATE WORK
CORPORATE RETAINERS
MEDIA & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTS
RESEARCH WORK
Timeline
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NALEDI TENDANI MOLOI

Summary

I am a writer by birth and a psychology graduate by training. I hold a Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Botswana with competencies in counselling and clinical psychology. I have a passion for helping individuals and organisations understand the positive relationship between psychological health and wellbeing. I use my abilities to speak and write as tools to disseminate information that helps people attain holistic health.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Psychologist

PsycBotsogo Clinical Psychologists
07.2024 - Current
  • I efficiently compile and analyse clinical data to generate comprehensive psychological assessment reports, ensuring meticulous proofreading prior to submission

Consulting Psychotherapist

Psychologists Botswana
05.2024 - Current
  • Monthly, I deliver over 60 clinical hours of comprehensive psychotherapy to employees whose corporates have contracted us for Employee Assistance Programs. In this role, I interface with an array of issues including self & professional development, interpersonal issues and mental disorders
  • Every quarter, I design and facilitate virtual/physical professional development training sessions for our corporate retainers

Clinical Psychology Intern

Princess Marina Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Screened and scheduled appointments for patients referred for psychological services
  • Weekly, I delivered over 48 hours of psychotherapy to outpatients under supervision
  • Administered brief psychotherapy to inpatients from but not limited to Pediatrics, Oncology, Pre and Post Maternity, Orthopedics and Gynaecology
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.

Call Centre Agent

Botswana Network for Mental Health (BONMEH)
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Delivered Psychological First Aid to individuals experiencing emotional distress, ensuring immediate psychosocial support
  • Coordinated seamless referrals for clients requiring advanced psychological interventions

Dreams Mentor

Stepping Stones International
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • I recruited Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) aged 9-24 and facilitated Safe Space sessions for them. The safe spaces fostered the development of health, economic, and social skills, which assisted them in becoming Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-Free, Mentored, and Safe (DREAMS) individuals

Education

Bachelor of Psychology (B. Psych)

University of Botswana
06-2022

Skills

  • Proficient in therapeutic modalities such as IPT and CBT
  • Event planning and facilitation
  • Technical report writing
  • Valid Driver's License (Class B)
  • Crisis intervention

References

Maqhoane Mako

Lead Psychotherapist, Psychologists Botswana

maqhoanemako@gmail.com


J. Maphisa Maphisa

Clinical Psychologist, PsycBotsogo Clinical Psychologists 

maphisa@psycbotsogo.co.bw

INTERNSHIPS

STUDENT INTERN | University of Botswana Psychology Clinic | Department of Psychology | Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  • Under supervision, I provided psychotherapy to students and members of the public using well researched therapeutic modalities and gained over 900 clinical hours
  • Performed psychological assessments
  • Conducted psycho-educational workshops

CORPORATE WORK

SANDVIK

  • Facilitated screenings and led a segment on self-care during their wellness day

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT (MVA) FUND

  • I facilitated two mental health talks on Emotional Intelligence and Burnout & Stress Management during their wellness day

CORPORATE RETAINERS

  • BOTSWANA LIFE INSURANCE LIMITED (BLIL)
  • BOTSWANA INSURANCE FUND MANAGEMENT (BIFM)
  • MASCOM

MEDIA & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTS

RESIDENT GUEST ON MINDFUL TUESDAYS | Gabz FM | Jul 2023 - Jul 2024

  • Every Tuesday from 11:15 to 11:30, I co-hosted a feature titled Mindful Tuesdays on a commercial Radio Station called Gabz FM with the award winning Gaone Kgaswanyane-Khumomatlhare
  • Through psychoeducation, I raised public consciousness on different topics including mindfulness, parenting and grief
  • The content is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts under podcast name: 'The Reiteration'

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER | UB Psychology Clinic | Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  • I introduced the “Meet the Intern Series” and offered coverage during the clinic's psycho-educational workshops
  • I managed the clinic's Gmail account and handled all online enquiries about the clinic

CO-FACILITATOR - PSYCHOLOGY CAREERS DAY | Library Auditorium, University of Botswana | Apr 2022

  • I facilitated proceedings of the event, which was aimed at showcasing the various specialisations in psychology to current and prospective students

GUEST - SILENT SHOUT | Botswana Television Studios | Mar 2022

  • I was invited with a colleague to discuss Self Harm on the youth targeted programme

RESEARCH WORK

  • RESEARCH ASSISTANT | University of Botswana | Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
  • I took part in the validation of a cognitive assessment battery in the Botswana population through;
  • Adapting and validating culturally appropriate assessments for the diagnosis of neurocognitive disorders (dementia)
  • Undergoing training to become a certified Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) administrator
  • RESEARCH STUDENT | (PSY 401 & 412) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
  • I authored a Manuscript on, “Exploring the relationship between Vulnerability, Wellbeing and Resilience among University of Botswana students,” utilising SPSS to analyse data and present findings

Timeline

Assistant Psychologist

PsycBotsogo Clinical Psychologists
07.2024 - Current

Consulting Psychotherapist

Psychologists Botswana
05.2024 - Current

Clinical Psychology Intern

Princess Marina Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2024

Call Centre Agent

Botswana Network for Mental Health (BONMEH)
02.2023 - 03.2023

Dreams Mentor

Stepping Stones International
06.2020 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Psychology (B. Psych)

University of Botswana
NALEDI TENDANI MOLOI