About Us
Astute EDUCATION & PSYCHOLOGY CENTRE
Astute Education and Psychology psychologists and staff focus on your wellness and well-being. We are devoted to providing a quality service that respects your dignity and choices. We are all registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Authority and subscribe to the ethical guidelines of the Psychology Board of Australia. We all hold professional memberships with such agencies as the Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association of Psychologists, the Institute of Private Practising Psychologists association and other professional bodies. We all have Endorsements in an area such as Clinical, Forensic and Counselling Psychology.
Our Staff
Carmel Wauchope MAAPi
Clinical & Counselling Psychologist
Principal psychologist Carmel Wauchope has 20 years’ experience working as a psychologist in Victoria and South Australia. She has Chaired of the Australian Psychological Society SA State Branch, a Member of the Australian Association of Psychologist and holds Endorsements in Clinical and Counselling Psychology. Carmel has completed certificate training in EMDR (Trauma treatment), Schema Therapy, Family Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Equine Facilitated Therapy.
Carmel’s therapeutic and intervention work includes working with individuals and older adolescents on a range of issues including stress, grief, death & dying, trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety and depression. Carmel’s approach is a compassionate based psychodynamic approach. Her extensive experience along with her own therapy journey has informed her practice to be warm, with insight and when needed, gently challenging.
Parenting 4 young people into adulthood has provided Carmel with understanding of the trials and joys of managing work and life, including the difficult times of illness and death. She gently holds space for what we all encounter on life’s journey.
Robert Elmer MAPS
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Robert Elmer is a psychologist with a broad background in working with adults, youth and their families. He initially worked as a counsellor in South Australia and Tasmania using Experiential and Transactional Analysis techniques to assist young people with severe behavioural issues. He has been a practitioner of meditation and Integral Yoga for 30 years after studying and teaching in India and Australia. He is a registered member of the Australian and British Psychological Societies and for the past ten years he has been providing psychological assessments and interventions in both individual and group settings for adults with a variety of presenting issues.
Robert is an experienced practitioner in CBT, Behavioural and Mindfulness techniques and has recently returned from working in Britain as a Chartered Psychologist developing Mindfulness techniques for psychiatric patients in a private hospital setting. Married, and a father of two very independent adult children, he is also an enthusiastic sailor, trekker, traveller and sometime handyman.
Jonathan Osis MAPS
Clinical Psychologist
Jonathan is a clinical psychologist who holds a keen interest in providing support to adults, children and adolescents with complex needs. Jonathan provides tailor-made therapy to support the needs of the individual and works within the framework of the third wave of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), integrating aspects of Mindfulness, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into his work.
Jonathan has experience working with individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma-related disorders, substance abuse disorders, and personality disorders. Jonathan is enthusiastic about listening to the stories of individuals with mental health concerns and assisting them in accomplishing their goals through promoting wellbeing and positive decision-making opportunities. Jonathan is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.
Dr Michael Proeve MAPS
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Michael works from the office of Astute Psychology in his own practice, Turas Psychology. He is a clinical and forensic psychologist providing therapy, assessment, and consulting. Michael can be contacted by email – turas.psychology@gmail.com, or on 0422 304 540.
Gemma Davies
Practice Manager
With six years of experience in Allied Health office administration and over 15 years in emergency assistance within the travel industry, Gemma brings a wealth of knowledge in supporting people during critical moments. As a mum of two boys and two dogs, she thrives in a busy, dynamic environment.
When she is not working, you'll find her exploring new destinations, making memories on holiday adventures with her family. Gemma is a happy welcoming presence at Astute.
Reception Staff
Michael O and Darcy