Tugba Cagdas , AASW

Tugba Cagdas is an AASW social worker who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem, career uncertainty and depression. She speaks English and Turkish and offers practical, down‑to‑earth support for common life struggles. Tugba is named early to make it easy to connect with her approach and style.

She works in a way that centres the person in front of her. Sessions focus on listening first, then on small, useful steps clients can try between meetings. Tugba uses solution‑focused ideas to build on what already works in a person's life and to set clear short‑term goals.

Narrative techniques are woven into sessions to help people reframe difficult experiences and make sense of repeated patterns. Client‑centred methods guide conversations so people feel heard and able to choose the pace and direction of change. This mix suits issues like social anxiety, isolation and questions about life purpose.

Tugba draws on five years of recent practice in mental health contexts in Australia. She supports people through pregnancy and childbirth concerns, workplace stress, multicultural issues and the particular challenges women often face. Her manner is calm, respectful and goal‑oriented.

Practical details are part of the work. Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Tugba asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire to match goals and schedule a first appointment.

How her approaches work online

Client‑centred therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. Online sessions use that same tone so the person sets the pace and topics that matter to them. Narrative therapy helps people tell a different story about their lives by looking at how events are framed and what meanings are attached to them, which can reduce the grip of repeating patterns. Solution‑focused therapy concentrates on small, practical steps and clear short‑term goals to create momentum and build confidence.

Tugba will work collaboratively to find the best fit among these approaches. She will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped or hindered change in the past. Together they choose methods and next steps that feel realistic and relevant to each person's situation.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging. Video calls are useful for a fuller face‑to‑face feel, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging suit quick check‑ins, shorter conversations or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family or other commitments while keeping therapy flexible and accessible.