Sentis

Sentinel Specialist

Prior to joining the Sentis, Jamie worked for more than 15 years with young people, families and adults within clinical settings. He has formerly held the position of Clinical Director for three Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment facilities, in addition to lecturing for the University of Queensland.

During his time in private practice, Jamie consulted with many organisations, providing clinical supervision, skill based training programs and clinical program design, including the development of an award winning program for the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre.

Jamie has now been a Sentis Facilitator for over 5 years and combines his extensive clinical experience with his knowledge of safety psychology to assists participants towards the goal of enhancing their capacity to improve their personal safety and general well-being.

Facilitator

As a facilitator within Sentis, Charlotte brings with her a background in Psychology, Coaching, Neuro Linguistic Programing and practical experiences within the heavy industry. Having had experiences directly within the Safety Division of a top tier company, Charlotte has also rolled out the National Graduate Program, Leadership Programs and Coaching Workshops for front line leaders across 11 different business units.

Charlotte's practical experiences involve onsite coaching with front line leaders spending time on many different sites. These sites include; underground tunnels, railways, open cut mines, refurbishment of hospitals, desalination plants and aviation workshops. Such exposure coupled with experience within 'people development', Charlotte can relate well to people's experiences on various work sites.

Facilitator Manager

Chris joined the Sentis team in 2011 in the position of facilitator manager. His focus is to ensure Sentis provides cliental with the successful delivery of services & programs through overall management of a diverse group of facilitators. This will include maintaining dynamic relationships with facilitators & clients as well as many other teams within Sentis.

Prior to joining Sentis, Chris managed to develop a capacious range of skill sets throughout various private & corporate sectors. His most recent career developments were in the corporate sector as an operations manager of 100+ staff within the Hospitality and Distribution industry. Chris has voluminous experience in areas including, sales management, financial based statistical reporting, contract management, logistics, business operations, man management, as well as OH&S compliance management.

In the five years prior to starting with Sentis Chris scrutinized the amalgamation of two large scale distribution warehouses into one facility whilst also maintaining new and existing business with key clients that had specific, large scale operational and logistical

requirements. Chris has appreciated the opportunity afforded to him within Sentis & looks forward to delivering a dynamic team of world class facilitators whilst maintaining a strong client focus.

Chris enjoys taking time out to enjoy the finer things of life such as family time, surfing, cycling, & walking his two mini foxies – Kirra & Zeppelin. 

Facilitator

Katie is a Registered Psychologist in Australia, graduating with Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) from Griffith University in 2004. Following graduation, Katie embarked on her psychology career at Queensland Corrective Services where she provided individual and group based psychology interventions to forensic clients, including high risk and sex offenders. She was also heavily involved in the court process, providing court reports and submissions to Queensland Magistrates and District courts. Following this, she launched herself into a position at Queensland Mental Health, driven by her great interest in the treatment of dual diagnosis and trauma related disorders. After acquiring knowledge in the treatment of complex mental health issues, Katie found herself returning to the forensic field to take a position with the Queensland Drug Court. During this time she was worked across government and non-government organisations to mediate and direct client care for individuals with significant forensic histories and substance abuse disorders. She was predominately responsible for treatment planning, intervention, and program development and evaluation. More recently, Katie has worked as psychologist in the private sector, operating her own private practice. She has a passion for treating complex clients and is a skilled Acceptance and Commitment Therapy practitioner.

Katie brings with her a passion for creating a rich, full, meaningful life; a keen desire to challenge herself in new and exciting ways; and great hope that she may have a positive impact in the lives of those whom she is lucky enough to meet and/or treat!

Project Manager

Peter joined Sentis in 2008 as a Facilitator for the Brisbane team, and made the transition to Project Manager in late 2010. Peter holds a Masters degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology, and is a Registered Psychologist in Australia. Prior to joining Sentis, Peter worked as an applied practitioner, consulting with a wide variety of clients ranging from athletes to individuals within the corporate health sector. Peter's goal is to use evidence-based practice to assist people to develop the psychological skills that can assist them in achieving peak performance, emotional resilience, and overall well-being. In particular, Peter is invested in learning about new therapeutic approaches and their application to ZIP. Overall, Peter's strong interest in health and well-being lends to his passion for facilitating people through their journey towards a more rich, meaningful life. With regards to his Project Manager role, Peter is responsible for ensuring that our clients are continually delivered exceptional services. This includes everything from maintaining quality client relationships to the development of strategic rollout plans which assist the client towards the goal of zero incidents in the workplace. By combining his knowledge of performance psychology with the core values of Sentis, Peter enjoys the challenge of delivering ZIP to achieve his goal of empowering clients to ensure that they consistently make gains towards optimal health and safety outcomes. In terms of personal growth, Peter enjoys challenging himself through the avenues of music, photography, and various sporting endeavours.

Business Development & Reporting Manager

Bryce is Business Development & Reporting Manager at Sentis and is one of our most senior and experienced Client Team members. A registered psychologist, Bryce has worked in the field of psychology for over seven years, predominantly in forensic and organisational settings. Bryce’s professional history has focused creating attitudinal and behavioural change through group and individual interventions. Since joining Sentis in 2007, Bryce has facilitated the Zero Incident Process (ZIP) training programs across Australia, and in Africa and Europe, with a particular focus on safety leadership development. As a Project Manager he has worked closely with a range of resource industry and construction clients to assist them to achieve individual and organisational change, and establish safer cultures within their businesses. 

Regional Manager

Since joining Sentis in 2008, Anthony’s passion for safety and assisting both individuals and organisations through positive change processes has driven him to work in numerous industries across Australia and throughout the world. Prior to working at Sentis, Anthony worked as a Psychologist treating addiction and chronic mental health conditions. It was this initial cognitive- behavioural insight that fuelled his desire to undertake work and employ practices that can improve the life and safety of people in a proactive fashion. These experiences combined with a down-to-earth attitude, have enabled Anthony to take on an approach to psychological safety that is both practical and tangible.

As the Regional Manager of Sentis, Anthony is passionate about safe production and is proud to be leading a multi-disciplinary group of people who assist organisations in creating real and lasting change.

Facilitator

Kristi joined Sentis in 2011 as a facilitator in the Brisbane based team. She is a registered Occupational Therapist in Australia, and holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy Practice and a Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning and Training.

Kristi has a clinical background working in mental health within New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with positions in government organisations and more recently through her own private practice. Clinically she has drawn on a wide range of psychological interventions (Psycho-education, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, goal setting) alongside her holistic, occupational focus in therapy to facilitate well-being in rural and urban communities. Kristi has also worked in adult education as a lecturer at the School of Occupational Therapy in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Kristi has a passion for preventative and proactive intervention to avoid the 'ambulance at the bottom of the cliff' approach to health and safety.

Facilitator

Luke is a Registered Psychologist, who joined Sentis as a facilitator in 2011. He has completed a Bachelor of Psychology and Masters in Applied Psychology (Organisational), focusing on workplace motivation and organisational commitment at both an individual and leadership level. After completing his studies, Luke joined one of Australasia's frontline workforce management organisations as a human resource management consultant with a direct focus on psychometric assessment, training and organisational development. Previously, Luke has had experience working with the Australian Defence Force, where he designed and delivered a number of training programs to combat occupational health and safety issues, targeting both managerial and individual initiatives. Additionally, Luke had a particular focus on the internal recruitment processes and the screening of personnel for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Luke also has extensive experience across a variety of human resource roles and this is where he first developed his enthusiasm and interest towards facilitating.

Luke brings his personable and fun-loving attitude to his facilitation and presents a passion for empowering the potential of individuals to achieve a greater understanding of safety and how they can take control in their lives.

Chief Scientist

Autumn Krauss is a Chief Scientist at Sentis. She graduated with a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organisational Psychology with a Specialisation in Occupational Health Psychology from Colorado State University.

In her role at Sentis, Autumn partners with clients to conduct research demonstrating the impact of Sentis' services and programs. She also collaborates with academicians to present and publish scientific research related to occupational safety and health. Prior to being at Sentis, Autumn was a Senior Scientist in Kronos' Hiring Solutions Group. Autumn has authored several journal articles, book chapters, and encyclopedia entries as well as conducting numerous conference presentations regarding occupational safety and health, personnel selection, and employee onboarding. In addition, Autumn has been the recipient of research grants from funding institutions such as the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the Colorado Injury Control Research Center, the Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology (SIOP), and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Foundation.

Autumn is passionate about local sustainable eating. She enjoys cooking good food and eating it with good friends and family.

Facilitator

Nicole comes to Sentis having spent the last five years working in the not for profit sector. During this time she worked in a variety of therapeutic roles with traumatized and abused children and youth as well as their carers, including managing a group home for teenage boys and supporting residential foster placements. Nicole completed her psychology degree with honours through Curtin University in 2006. She is currently working towards achieving full registration as a psychologist.

At Sentis, Nicole brings her skills, experience and enthusiasm to her role as a facilitator in helping clients to better understand their brains and improve their overall safety and well-being.

Facilitator

Melissa is a Psychologist, and joined Sentis as a Facilitator in November 2008. Prior to this, Melissa gained valuable clinical experience in a variety of alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment settings, including a residential rehabilitation facility and an opioid treatment clinic.

Melissa's interest in the AOD field has seen her gaining expertise in the assessment and treatment of clients with substance abuse difficulties, contributing to the evaluation and development of therapeutic programs, as well as publishing her research project in the Journal of Substance Use. Melissa has furthered her skills by running her own private practice, as well as working for the Child and Youth Mental Health Service which dealt with the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with severe and complex mental health issues, and their families.

Melissa brings a passion for helping others to effect change in their lives, a desire to learn and grow, and to enjoy this journey in life.

Sentinel Specialist - Reporting

Global Operations Manager

Mathew is the Regional Manager for our Western Region and is responsible for overseeing all of our work in Western Australia, Northern Territory, North America, South America and Africa. Since joining Sentis in 2006 Mathew has held a number of positions within Sentis and throughout that time has delivered training, coaching and cultural change management services to a range of construction, mining and utility organisations across Australia, Africa, Asia, North America, New Zealand and Europe. Mathew is a registered psychologist and with 11 years in the field has worked across a range of areas 19 including forensic, counselling, clinical and organisational settings, with a strong focus on behavioural and attitudinal change. Mathew also brings a diverse background having worked throughout the residential construction industry and in hospitality management prior to becoming a psychologist. 

Facilitator

Abby joined the Sentis team in Perth in 2011. Originally from the United States, Abby worked as an independent consultant and executive coach. Her clients represented a number of industries including networking technology, communications, real estate, higher education and consumer products. They ranged in size from small start-ups to the Fortune 500. Her work included executive team development, business development, strategic planning facilitation, employee engagement program design, organization research and skills training.

Abby has a MA in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Organizational Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Francisco. Her research pertained to inclusion and perceived stress in work groups and international comparisons of why talented people do not succeed to the level expected. Her primary professional interests are leadership, work across cultures, and improving the well-being of employees - including their ability to keep themselves safe.

Off the clock, Abby enjoys spending time traveling, rock climbing, and participating in sports. She will be trading in her snowboard for a surfboard while living in Perth. Her goal in life is to learn and experience as much as possible while having a positive impact on her community.

Facilitator

Kanwar has a ten year history of working in Training and Development. His professional qualifications include undergraduate and post graduate degrees in the areas of Business, Information Management Systems and Training. Kanwar's training and development and consulting experiences has seen him work across the globe throughout Australia, Asia and Europe. Prior to becoming part of the Sentis Team, Kanwar worked in England for over five years in a range of industries including the Legal (Lexis Nexis Butterworths) and Local and Central government (British Meat Hygiene Services). Kanwar's management extensive and complex learning and development project which included implementing brand new initiatives and always developed very strong relationships with his clients and achieved successful outcomes. Prior to this work, Kanwar worked as a Training and Placement professional in a Registered Training and Apprenticeship Centre in WA. In this role, Kanwar provided training and support to families, youth at risk, migrants and professionals seeking to get back to their chosen careers after long term sickness. In the beginning of Kanwar's career, he has also worked in the petroleum industry as an onshore and offshore surveyor in WA. Kanwar has a gift for languages where he speaks four different languages including English, Italian, Punjabi and Hindi. Kanwar also has a keen interest in travelling and understanding different cultures and traditions. Kanwar is also a hobby photographer and loves capturing people and scenic moments. At Sentis, Kanwar brings along his friendly and respectful attitude when facilitating and really enjoys helping individuals work towards their life goals through understanding and controlling their brains using ZIP principles and tools.

MOrgPsych, BPsych(Hons), BBehSc, BA Crim

As the Global Leader of Innovation at Sentis, Shannon leads the Innovation Team to design, develop and evaluate innovative and effective neuropsychology solutions for our clients. The Innovation Team at Sentis is comprised of research, digital, and design and development specialists and psychologists who are passionate about creating unique, practical and proven programs, research and products in the areas of safety, psychology, well-being, organisational development and leadership. Since joining Sentis in 2008, Shannon has held positions in the Research and Assessments team within Sentis where she managed large scale research projects and designed and evaluated customised surveys and evaluations tools to support Sentis’ programs and services. Shannon is a registered Organisational Psychologist who has consulted across a range of areas within industrial/organisational psychology and organisational development. Shannon's previous roles have included psychological assessment, personnel selection and recruitment, training design and delivery, leadership development, team building, and culture surveys. Shannon has worked across a number of industries and particularly in the mining and resources sector. Shannon holds a Masters degree in Organisational Psychology and is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), the College of Organisational Psychologists (COPS) and the Australian Institute of Management (AIM). Shannon is in the final stages of completing a Doctorate in Organisational Psychology at Griffith University in Brisbane.

Business Development Reporting Manager & Facilitator Manager-Americas

Michelle completed her qualifications and research at the University of Queensland and is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. Before joining Sentis in 2007, Michelle practiced psychology in the non-for-profit and government sectors, providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, therapy and education in developmental psychology. While working with education departments, community groups, non-government agencies and individuals, Michelle became increasingly interested in the barriers and predictors to change at the individual and systems level.

It was while indulging her passion for international travel and culture that Michelle decided to make the shift to the consulting sector, to integrate her research, assessment and clinical skills with her interests in systems change. Since starting with Sentis as a Facilitator in Brisbane, Michelle has filled roles in product development, project management, internal culture development, coaching, and team management, and has brought that experience with her to her business development role in Denver, Colorado. Michelle skis the Rocky Mountains when she can, but is most often found at airports, looking for an adventure.