Dr Naomi Cadwgan-Evans

*Appointments in Chorleywood opening soon*

Hello, I’m Naomi, an HCPC-registered psychologist working with adults and young people. I support people experiencing a range of emotional difficulties, with particular expertise in anxiety, panic and sleep difficulties, as well as related challenges such as perfectionism, self-criticism and procrastination.

I offer a supportive, accepting and collaborative space where we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and explore practical, evidence-based ways to help you feel better equipped to navigate the difficulties you’re facing.

When people come to therapy

People often come to therapy when things start to feel harder to manage on their own. You might notice that you’re:

• Constantly worrying or overthinking
• Feeling anxious or stuck in decisions
• Overwhelmed by work, responsibilities, or life changes
• Struggling to switch off or sleep well
• Being hard on yourself or feeling like you should be coping better

How therapy can help

I specialise in working with anxiety and the challenges that often come alongside it. Our work together is both reflective and practical, giving you space to understand yourself and your experiences, while also finding different ways to respond to difficult thoughts, feelings and situations in everyday life.

Over time, therapy can help you to:

• Feel calmer, more grounded and less overwhelmed
• Feel better able to navigate anxiety and everyday stress
• Improve your sleep and find it easier to switch off
• Understand and respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions
• Feel more confident in your decisions and less caught up in overthinking
• Develop a kinder and more supportive relationship with yourself

Alongside this, we focus on developing skills and understanding that stay with you beyond therapy, helping you continue to build on the changes you’ve made.

Working with Young People

Alongside my work with adults, I offer specialist support for young people, particularly those in secondary and independent or boarding school settings.  

With over ten years’ experience in these environments, I understand the academic, social, and emotional pressures young people can face and offer a space for them to explore and overcome these difficulties. 

I support difficulties including anxiety, academic pressure, peer relationships, and test anxiety, working collaboratively to help young people feel more settled, confident, and able to cope.

I work closely with families and schools to ensure that what we develop in sessions carries through into everyday life, so young people feel supported not just in therapy, but in the environments where they spend most of their time.

 
Therapeutic Approach

My approach is supportive, open and collaborative. We’ll take time to understand what’s been going on for you, what might be keeping difficulties going, and what you would like to be different.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches and adapt the way we work to you, your experiences and what feels most helpful. I’ll always aim to explain things clearly and make sure the ideas and strategies we discuss feel relevant and useful in your everyday life.

The therapeutic approaches I most commonly draw on are:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviours, and making practical changes
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Developing a different relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings so they have less impact
• Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT): Building a kinder, more supportive inner voice, particularly where self-criticism is present

I’ll regularly check in with you about how therapy is going, to make sure it feels helpful, relevant to what you need and aligned with your goals.

Free Initial Consultation

Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions, talk through what you’re looking for, and get a sense of whether it feels like the right fit.

Please get in touch to find out my up-to-date availability.

My office is located in the Health and Wellbeing Centre at Champneys. Parking is available directly outside the building. 

FAQ
How long is a therapy session?
Each session lasts 50 minutes.

Do therapy appointments need to be at the same time each week?
Not necessarily. This depends on my availability, and we can discuss what works best for you. I understand that life can be busy and try to be as flexible as possible when arranging sessions.

How many sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person. Some people find a few sessions helpful, while others choose to work longer term. For more focused work, around 8–10 sessions is common, though therapy can also be open-ended.

How often will we meet?
This will depend on your needs and what feels most helpful. Many people start with more regular sessions to build trust and momentum, and then gradually reduce the frequency.

Do I need to prepare for sessions?
No preparation is required. As therapy progresses, I may occasionally suggest things to reflect on or try between sessions, which we can then talk about together. This is always discussed in advance and agreed in a way that feels manageable for you.

What will the first session be like?
The first session is an assessment session. It’s an opportunity for us to explore what’s brought you to therapy, your experiences, and what you’re hoping for from the process. This helps us develop a shared understanding and an initial therapeutic plan.