APS and the team

Mark has a broad background beginning his career serving nearly a decade in the Australian Army as a Psychology Officer. This provided him the opportunity to provide individual, team, and organisational psychological intervention both in Australia and overseas on operations. During this time, Mark also had the privilege of working with Australia’s elite special forces, the Special Air Service Regiment in human performance, selection, and workplace mental health. Mark concluded his career in the military as the commander of a health centre with over a hundred staff across multiple allied health professions. He was awarded an Australian Defence Force Gold Commendation for his motivational and supportive leadership in this role.

Mark has held various roles in workplace mental health including General Manager of Communicorp and FBG, Psychosocial Risk Specialist at Australia and New Zealand Bank and is now privileged to lead the team at Australian Psychological Services. He has extensive experience in supporting organisations large and small in proactively addressing the aspects of work that may be harmful to people’s mental health. He is passionate about preventing illness whilst achieving organisational outcomes. Some of his work has included leading the development of the sector-wide Mental Health Strategy for NSW Police and Emergency Services and being the Chair of a Victorian Mental Health Improvement Fund Learning Network. He has worked across federal and state government, the corporate sector, elite sports, and police and emergency services.

When Mark isn’t trying to create thriving and flourishing workplaces, he enjoys being the dad of two girls and going back to his Queensland roots enjoying all things camping, fishing, and outdoors.

Louisa is an Organisational Psychologist and a psychosocial risk management specialist. She has spent her career working internally within and consulting for numerous “high risk” industries to solve complex psychosocial risk issues and to enhance workplace mental health and wellbeing. These industries include funeral services, education, healthcare, mining and resources, insurance, just to name a few.

Louisa’s focus is translating evidence-informed best practice into simple, everyday actions. She is passionate about collaborating with all organisational levels to build understanding, confidence and practical skills with senior executives, middle managers and frontline staff.

In her spare time, Louisa can be found on the netball court or trying local wine bars…just not on the same night.

Stephanie is a psychologist with an interest in understanding organisational systems to design and implement effective methods for creating mentally healthy workplaces. With a collaborative and proactive approach, she partners with businesses to understand their needs and implement effective strategies to create safe, thriving workplaces.

Her work experience spans diverse sectors, including academia, health, hospitality, government, fashion, technology, and professional services. Stephanie is also an avid dog lover, running enthusiast, and enjoys studying wine in her free time.

Tayla is an administrative and research support assistant, specialised in organisational psychology and consulting. Tayla is committed to helping the team at APS provide practical solutions and liaise with organisations to understand what works best for them. She is experienced in co-ordinating the roll-out of large-scale programs, managing data collection and troubleshooting to ensure smooth implementation.

Tayla has worked with a variety of organisations, including those in the mining, education, and insurance industry. She also has experience working in a clinical administrative setting and brings an understanding of sensitivity and working to meet client needs.

Outside of work, Tayla enjoys keeping active, exploring beaches and parks around her local area. She is also a big foodie and will happily provide the best places for breakfast in your area.