Velda Morisco, PACFA

Velda Morisco is a psychodynamic psychotherapist who relocated to Australia from Europe 26 years ago and brings a nuanced, relational approach to clinical work. Her psychodynamic orientation emphasizes understanding how past experiences, family patterns and unconscious dynamics shape present difficulties, and she creates a collaborative therapeutic space where exploration and meaning-making guide the search for solutions.

She has worked in diverse therapeutic contexts, including extensive roles in youth and family therapy, and has developed considerable experience addressing transgenerational trauma. Having lived and practised across Asia and Australia, she is familiar with the emotional complexities of settling in a new country and the ways cultural transition can affect identity, relationships and family roles. This lived experience informs her sensitivity to clients who feel caught between different worlds.

Velda holds a Bachelor of Nursing and a Master of Mental Health in Psychotherapy, and she is registered in Australia with AHPRA, ACMHN, ANC and PACFA. She maintains ongoing professional development and receives regular clinical supervision to support reflective, ethical practice. Her online sessions are held via Zoom and are offered in English or Italian, accommodating clients who prefer either language.

Psychodynamic and Trauma-informed Care Online

Velda commonly draws on psychodynamic therapy, a depth-oriented approach that helps people explore how early relationships, recurring patterns and internal conflicts influence current feelings and behaviours. This method can be useful for concerns such as family difficulties, relationship struggles and questions of identity.

She also integrates trauma-informed techniques that focus on recognizing the effects of traumatic experiences and supporting gradual regulation, safety and healing. These approaches are often applied when working with transgenerational trauma, abuse, or significant life disruptions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Velda works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits their needs, goals and preferences. She will discuss options, adapt methods over time and partner with clients to shape a plan that feels appropriate and manageable.

Online therapy with Velda is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access ongoing support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family and other commitments.