Narrative Therapy Directory

A listing of therapists who include Narrative Therapy among their approaches

Tugba Cagdas, AASW

Australia | Online sessions | English, Turkish  |  Explore online therapy options »

Practical, narrative-guided therapy for everyday challenges

Details

NameTugba Cagdas
CredentialsAASW
Based inAustralia
Registered withAASW
Session formatOnline
LanguagesEnglish, Turkish
Years in practice5

About Tugba

Tugba Cagdas is an AASW social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career uncertainty and depression. She speaks English and Turkish. Her style is warm and practical, aimed at making change feel achievable rather than overwhelming.

She uses narrative ideas to help people make sense of difficult experiences. That means examining the stories people tell about themselves and finding alternative ways to see strengths and options. Tugba also draws on client-centred work to keep sessions guided by the person’s priorities and pace.

Background and approach

Solution-focused techniques feature in her work when clients want short-term clarity or concrete steps. She helps set small, realistic goals and notices what is already working. This approach is useful for workplace issues, life purpose questions and young adult transitions.

Tugba pays attention to multicultural issues and women's health topics, including pregnancy and childbirth concerns. She supports people dealing with isolation, social anxiety and self-love challenges. Conversations in session are straightforward and aimed at practical outcomes the client can try between meetings.

Her background includes five years of clinical experience in Australia as an AASW social worker. Sessions are offered through video, phone, live chat or text messaging. People interested in starting can complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time that fits their needs.

What this therapist works with

Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career difficulties among the things Tugba works with, alongside the areas below.

Approaches listed

  • Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
  • Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Tugba among the ways she works.
  • Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Tugba among the ways she works.
  • Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Tugba directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.

Narrative Therapy in this listing

Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.

If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Tugba directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.

Online session options

Narrative and Practical Approaches Online

Online sessions can use narrative therapy to look at the stories people tell about themselves and find different, more helpful ways to frame experiences. This is useful for issues like self-esteem, cultural identity and life purpose where changing the story can change how you move forward.

Client-centred work keeps the focus on what the person wants to address. The therapist listens closely, follows your lead and adapts sessions to your pace and goals. Solution-focused techniques concentrate on small, practical steps and short-term goals to create momentum when a clear direction is wanted.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tugba will discuss what feels most useful and may combine elements from different approaches depending on needs and preferences. Together you set goals and decide which methods to try first.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and suit people who prefer verbal check-ins. Live chat and messaging allow brief check-ins, reflections between sessions, and flexible ways to communicate when schedules are tight. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, study and family life.

Common questions about this listing

What concerns does Tugba specialise in?

She supports people working through stress, anxiety, self-esteem and depression. She also focuses on career issues, isolation, social anxiety and life purpose.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is warm and practical with a focus on the person’s priorities. Sessions are paced to what feels manageable for each client.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of clinical experience in Australia and practises as an AASW social worker.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She practices in Australia and holds AASW as her listed credential.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Turkish.

Can she work with people outside Australia?

She does not take international clients at this time.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to her availability.

Contacting this therapist

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