Malcolm Choat is Astra Psychology’s principal therapist and psychologist.

Malcolm is trained in applying evidence-based models of therapy, including psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy. His main fields of practice have been working with at-risk adolescents, and adults experiencing a broad range of psychological issues. He has helped to establish and run mental health services, including services to assist people with severe mental health problems and services directed towards the care of elderly people.

For more than 12 years, Malcolm led and directed teams of psychologists. He has 5+ years of experience as a clinical supervisor, providing direction, support, and training to intern psychologists.

Malcolm has an almost unique combination of career professions, fields of study and work experiences. Before he became a psychologist, Malcolm worked as a mediator and lawyer.

Malcolm’s qualifications include a First-Class Honours degree in psychology, a Masters of Clinical Leadership, a Bachelor of Laws and post-graduate qualifications in mediation and negotiation. He is registered with AHPRA as a psychologist and clinical supervisor. He is currently a PhD candidate, conducting research into the therapeutic alliance between psychologists and clients.

It is this combination of experiences and training that forms Malcolm’s ability to deliver effective therapy services in a unique way.

Malcolm has also found the time to be married, raise children and be a “father” to many animals, including two rescued therapy-greyhounds. He is an avid reader, a writer and published author, and an occasional traveller. He would like to be a poet, one day.