Frequently Asked Questions: What You Need To Know About Sport Psychology
In high-level sport, an athlete’s psychology is often the difference between success and failure - psychological attributes such as resilience, confidence, focus, and emotional control. To sustain a career in high performance sport, athletes need the psychological skills to complement their physical, technical, and tactical capabilities. Psychological skills are also important in enhancing wellbeing and helping individuals to deal with critical moments in their athletic career.
To help you understand more about Sport Psychology, check out these frequently asked questions…
1) What services do sport psychologists offer?
Sport Psychologists work on areas such as Mental Skills Training (developing focus, confidence, and resilience under pressure), Performance Enhancement (using techniques like visualization and self-talk to optimize performance), Anxiety & Stress Management (helping individuals cope with stress, pressure and setbacks), Motivation & Goal Setting (establishing clear, achievable goals to maintain drive and commitment), and Team Dynamics & Communication (improving teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal relationships).
The support I provide focuses on both performance and wellbeing. I'll help you shape a better, more exciting, more fulfilling life.
2) ARE YOU A QUALIFIED SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST?
Yes! I’m qualified with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Anyone claiming to be a Sport Psychologist should be registered with HCPC. If you have any doubt, take 2 minutes to check the HCPC register here.
3) Who is sport psychology for?
Anyone looking to improve their athletic performance and psychological health - any age, ability, sport, or context - parents, coaches, athletes, and support staff. You do not have to be an elite athlete to benefit from sport and exercise psychology support!
4) IS IT OKAY TO TALK ABOUT THINGS OUTSIDE SPORT?
Of course! Sport psychology also allows individuals an opportunity to talk - in a way they might not usually do in with their friends, teammates, parents, or coaches - about sport and their life outside sport. I offer a confidential environment where individuals can be open, with no judgement. These conversations are often the most powerful and beneficial.
5) HAVE YOU WORKED WITH ANYONE FAMOUS?
As alluded to above, due to the often-sensitive nature of the work, your confidentiality is respected, and your privacy protected. I don’t divulge who I work with unless they give me explicit permission to do so.
6) How do I book an appointment?
Drop us a message through the contact form and we’ll arrange your free discovery call within 48 hours.