Tanya Franic (she/her)

As a Board Approved Supervisor, I have over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, clinicians and organisations across a broad range of presentations and life experiences. Throughout my career, I have been drawn to complexity, not as something to be overcome, but as an opportunity for deeper understanding. My work is informed by an intersectional, trauma informed and neuroaffirming lens, grounded in curiosity about the many factors that shape a person's identity, relationships, wellbeing and sense of self. I work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers and support networks to build insight, strengthen relationships, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.

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I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to wellbeing. Each person brings their own strengths, challenges, identities, relationships and lived experiences, and I am committed to tailoring support to fit the individual, their context and their support network. I aim to support people to better understand themselves, recognise their strengths, embrace their differences, and develop greater self-compassion. Whether working with children, adolescents, adults or families, I strive to create a space where people feel safe to explore what works for them, connect more deeply with themselves and others, and live in ways that feel authentic and meaningful. I aim to support individuals with experiences of complex trauma, eating disorders and neurodivergence to  find their voice, deepen self understanding and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Self understanding and self acceptance are central to my approach, and I encourage people to discover what supports them to live as their genuine selves.

 

I am also particularly committed to supporting parents and carers, recognising the vital role they play in fostering wellbeing and belonging across the lifespan. Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, particularly within an increasingly complex and fast-changing world. I believe these challenges are best navigated together rather than in isolation. I have a longstanding commitment to supporting parents and families through education, practical strategies and compassionate guidance. 

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My approach is underpinned by systemic, trauma informed, and compassion focused theory and practice. I draw on a range of evidence based  approaches including RO DBT, DBT, SSCM, CBT, ACT, EMDR, IPT, mindfulness and compassion-focused therapies. Over the past six years, I have been involved in supporting the growth of RODBT in Australia through training and conference presentations. As one of Australia's first RODBT Scholars, I have contributed to the dissemination of this approach nationally and Co-Founded The Centre for RO DBT & DBT.

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Prior to establishing Treat Yourself Well, I worked extensively with trauma and marginalised communities, alongside senior leadership roles within the disability, family and community services sectors. During this time, I led service reviews, quality improvement initiatives and organisational change projects aimed at strengthening outcomes for individuals with complex psychosocial, developmental and mental health needs. These experiences deepened my appreciation of the broader systems, relationships and environments that shape wellbeing, and continue to inform my collaborative, person-centred and family-inclusive approach to care.

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I have also provided clinical supervision and strategic guidance to clinicians, senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams supporting children, adolescents and young adults with diverse and complex needs. Working across disability, child and family, and community service systems has given me a unique understanding of the interplay between individual experiences and the broader systems designed to provide support. This perspective enhances my ability to work alongside individuals, families, carers and professionals to navigate complexity, build capacity and create meaningful, sustainable change.

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Clinical supervision - Neurodivergence / Eating Disorders / Trauma 

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I continue to offer tailored clinical supervision grounded in neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practice. With extensive experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, diverse communities, and clients navigating trauma and eating disorders, I provide a safe, collaborative space for clinicians to deepen their skills and confidence. My approach blends compassion with evidence-informed guidance, helping practitioners navigate complex presentations while strengthening their therapeutic presence and effectiveness. Whether you’re seeking advanced clinical insight, support with challenging cases, or growth in culturally attuned, holistic care, my supervision is designed to empower you and enhance the quality of your work.

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Key Presentations/Publications

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August 2026 - ANZAED conference - The Enigma Predicament - RODBT with Dr Tanya Gilmartin 

March 2026 - Brief Intro to Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy - 26 March 2026

December 2025 - Brief Intro to Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy - 18 December 2025 

August 2025 - ANZAED Conference - A comparison between DBT and RO-DBT for eating disorders: A data-driven workshop 

July / August 2025 -  Live Level 1 RODBT Webinar for Australian time zone

October 2024 - Live Level 1 RODBT Webinar for Australian time zone - co-trainer with Heidi Ison 

August 2022 - ANZAED conference - Temperament in Treatment: Practical Clinical Strategies to understand and address underlying neurobiological factors in the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa from and RODBT frame

2021 - ANZAED conference - Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy = An introduction with Tanya Gilmartin, Rebecca Ciatto and Malinder Bullhar

2016 - Council for Intellectual Disability - Panel member and Conference Speaker - Complex Needs

2013 - Publication in the area of Systemic Consultation Rhodes, P., Whatson, L., Brearley, K., Dikian, J., Hansson, A., Franic, T., & Mora, L. (2013). "Beyond the impasse: Systemic Consultation and understanding complex cases. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 27, 3, 226-235.

2012 - Development and presentation of training package (total of 4 workshops) on Dual Disability (Mental Health and Intellectual Disability) as part of a 2 year project to train mental health staff organised by Dr Julian Troller (University Chair, UNSW).

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Thesis: Categorical and Dimensional Assessment of Personality Disorders within the NSW Prison Population: The Temperament and Character Inventory Explored

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