Dragana Mandic, PACFA
Warm, collaborative family counselling and parenting support
- Trauma informed family care
- Child inclusive counselling
- CBT and attachment focus
About Dragana Mandic
Dragana Mandic is an experienced family counsellor and Child Inclusive Practitioner with more than 10 years supporting children, families, and vulnerable individuals in community and family service settings across Australia. He is a PACFA Clinical Registered counsellor, which means he is registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and is committed to ethical, professional, and client-centred care.
His work includes trauma-informed counselling, family therapy, parenting support, and child-inclusive practice. Dragana draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment-based interventions, and play therapy, tailoring sessions to fit each client’s needs and goals. He supports concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family conflict, separation, and parenting challenges.
Dragana’s style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. He aims to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and respected while building practical coping strategies. He is dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults, and families strengthen relationships, develop resilience, and navigate difficult life circumstances with steadier confidence and support.
His work includes trauma-informed counselling, family therapy, parenting support, and child-inclusive practice. Dragana draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment-based interventions, and play therapy, tailoring sessions to fit each client’s needs and goals. He supports concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family conflict, separation, and parenting challenges.
Dragana’s style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. He aims to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and respected while building practical coping strategies. He is dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults, and families strengthen relationships, develop resilience, and navigate difficult life circumstances with steadier confidence and support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dragana Mandic have?
Dragana Mandic has 10 years of experience.
Is Dragana Mandic a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dragana Mandic holds PACFA credentials.
In which languages does Dragana Mandic provide therapy?
Dragana Mandic provides therapy in English, Croatian, and Serbian.
Where is Dragana Mandic located?
Dragana Mandic is located in Australia.
How can I work with Dragana Mandic as my therapist?
You can work with Dragana Mandic through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dragana Mandic work with international clients?
No. Dragana Mandic does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dragana Mandic cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based approaches, made accessible through online therapy
Dragana Mandic draws from evidence-based approaches that can translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then practicing practical strategies that support steadier coping. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, and low mood, and it can be especially useful when clients want structured tools between sessions.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship experiences can shape connection, trust, and emotional needs in adulthood and within families. This approach can be helpful for relationship difficulties, family conflict, and challenges linked to abandonment or attachment concerns, with an emphasis on strengthening security and connection over time.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, allowing clients to set the pace while exploring what matters most. It can support people who want space to be heard while clarifying goals and building confidence in their next steps.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dragana works collaboratively with clients to understand preferences, goals, and current pressures, and to adjust the style of therapy as needs become clearer.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support and fit sessions around family life, work, or changing schedules.