Rachael Torcasio

Psychologist
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) Honours and Master of Professional Psychology

Three beliefs that colour the way I work with my clients:

I believe…

Sharing your story, engaging in self-exploration, and connecting with your inner resources opens the door to meaningful and lasting transformation.

I believe…

That our bodies and psyche carry deep wisdom – when we learn to listen, shed our masks, and tend to these hidden parts, we can reconnect with our authentic self.

I believe…

In the healing power of community, conversation and co-regulation.

Get to know me

My secret talent:
Supporting people to hear the quiet truths they’ve been overriding.

What’s it like to be in a room with me?
I bring a gentle, grounded, nurturing and compassionate presence – inviting spaciousness, courage, and curiosity for your unique journey. In our work together, you will be supported to feel safe, seen, and held in the tender depths of your mind, body, and heart. I create space for the fullness of your human experience, honour your inner wisdom, and empower you to make meaningful changes, walking alongside you as you find your way back to yourself.

 What’s my non-negotiable when it comes to taking care of my own mental health?
Slow mornings… including cuddles with my cat, Sissy, and a walk in the morning sun.

My life motto:
Moving with the seasons of life.

My background and experience

I have ten years experience working as an individual and group psychologist across private practice, private hospitals, outpatient clinics, and educational and community settings. I was awarded a Master of Professional Psychology in 2016, after completing a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) Honours. I have an additional four years experience working in social, family and community services case management, in the field of complex trauma. I have facilitated group schema therapy programs, women’s circles, and 1:1 depth and transpersonal focused psychology sessions. I bring a holistic, attuned, and integrative lens to therapy, blending evidence-based approaches with somatic and relational awareness.

I can help you with:

ADHD and ASD
Adjusting to a new country and culture
Anger management
Body image and appearance-related concerns
Carer support
Childhood trauma
Chronic illness and pain
Communication skills
Complex trauma
Depression
Disordered eating
Dissociation
Distress intolerance
Drug and alcohol issues
Emotional difficulties & dysregulation
Family issues
Fertility
Generalised anxiety
Grief and loss
Health anxiety
Identity issues
Impulse control
Individual relationship issues
Job or study dissatisfaction
Life changes, transitions & adjustments
Low motivation/mood
Low self-esteem/worth
Men’s mental health
Panic attacks
Perfectionism
Personal growth and self-development
Personality disorders
Phobias
Pre and postnatal mental health
Psychosomatic illness
Relationship patterns, attachment styles and boundaries
Self-trust and self-compassion development
Sexual assault
Sexuality and sexual development
Sleep problems
Social anxiety
Somatic awareness, mind-body connection, and nervous system regulation
Spirituality, belief systems, existential work
Stress, burnout, overwhelm
Terminal illness and end of life issues
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Vicarious trauma
Wellbeing and self-care

My therapeutic approaches

Depending on my client’s needs and preferences I use a variety of evidence-based approaches including:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Approaches
Attachment-informed Approaches
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Compassion-based Approaches
DBT Principles and Techniques
General Counselling
Informed by Depth, Transpersonal and Eco Psychology lenses
Interpersonal Therapy
Mindfulness, Meditation and Grounding
Motivational Interviewing
Neuro-affirming
Parts-informed Work
Psychodynamic Principles
Schema Therapy Techniques
Solution Focused Therapy
Somatic-Inquiry and Therapy Principles and Practises
Strengths-based Approaches
Trauma-Informed Practice