Wendy Cadman, AASW

Wendy Cadman is an AASW accredited mental health social worker with 15 years of experience. She works calmly and without judgement, helping people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress or low mood. Wendy speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable for carers and others under strain.

Wendy supports people dealing with trauma, abuse, grief and loss, and she also helps with self-esteem and motivation. She has worked with a wide range of mood and anxiety problems, including panic, dissociation, and long-standing personality concerns such as avoidant patterns. She also supports those facing caregiving stress and the particular pressures that come with first responder or veteran backgrounds.

Her approach is practical and tailored. Wendy draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to fit each person’s needs. Sessions focus on building coping strategies, improving communication, and reducing overwhelming feelings one step at a time.

Wendy usually works in a warm, empathetic way that balances challenge with support. She helps people set small, achievable goals and checks in on progress across sessions. If you are a carer feeling worn down, she can help you think through ways to manage the load and regain some energy.

To begin, she recommends completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that suits you. The initial steps are kept straightforward so people can focus on the work rather than the process.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy

Wendy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and improve coping. One commonly used approach focuses on teaching skills to manage anxiety and panic symptoms, such as breathing and grounding exercises and step-by-step exposure to feared situations. Another approach emphasises supporting people through grief and trauma with stabilisation strategies and gradual processing to help reduce distress and restore functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Wendy will work with each person to identify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan as needs change. The emphasis is on practical tools that fit into everyday life rather than one fixed method.

If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Wendy aims to tailor sessions so they are useful and manageable within your day, helping carers and others apply strategies between appointments.