Before working with ACC and individuals with sensitive claims, Charlene worked with children, adolescents, families, and adults in primary mental health. She has some experience working with offenders. She also works as a lecturer at the University of Otago, Department of Psychological Medicine. Her research and teaching are in the areas of sexuality, sexual abuse, and mental health.

A long time ago she taught drama to secondary school students. She particularly enjoys working with children, young people, and their families and with male survivors of sexual abuse. In addition, areas of special interest include post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, sexual difficulties, and out-of-control sexual behaviours.

Registered Clinical Psychologist

BSc (Hons), 2005, University of Otago

PhD, 2010, University of Otago

Post Graduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology (PGDipClPs), 2010, University of Otago

Member of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists (MNZCCP)