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Sport psychology is an invaluable tool for athletes, as participating in sports requires mastering a number of physical and mental tasks. Incorporating sport psychology into an athlete’s training plan can help them reach the top of their sport and achieve peak performance. First, sport psychology focuses on developing mental strength and resilience. Athletes are often faced with stressors during practice and competition, like pressure to perform or meeting expectations. Sport psychology can help athletes learn how to build mental toughness by recognizing and responding to these stressors in effective and productive ways. Additionally, sport psychology can help athletes build confidence and self-belief, enabling them to take risks and remain motivated even in challenging circumstances. Second, sport psychology can help athletes improve their focus and concentration. To be successful in any sport, athletes must be able to focus intently on the task at hand and maintain their attention. Sport psychology can help athletes identify potential mental distractions so they can develop strategies to minimize their impact and stay focused on their performance.
How sport psychology helps athletes
For example, by addressing specific thought patterns that lead to anxiety or fear, athletes can develop coping mechanisms that allow them to stay focused and stay on track. Third, sport psychology can help athletes enhance their motivation and commitment. The more motivated an athlete is, the more likely they are to remain dedicated to their sport and continue progressing. Sports psychologists can help athletes identify their goals and values, as well as develop strategies to stay motivated and committed. Additionally, they can help athletes find ways to enjoy their sport and see it as an opportunity for personal growth, rather than just something to compete in.
Further benefits
Finally, sport psychology can help athletes improve their communication skills, both with coaches and other players. Communication is a key skill for any athlete, as it allows them to effectively communicate their objectives and receive feedback from others. Sport psychology can help athletes learn how to better read nonverbal cues, understand different perspectives, and practice active listening. In sum, investing in sport psychology as an athlete has many beneficial effects. It can help athletes develop mental strength and resilience, boost focus and concentration, increase motivation and commitment, and enhance communication skills. Sports psychology is an essential tool for athletes that can ensure peak performance and success.
Beth Sullivan Man City Development Squad 2021/2022
I started working with Steve because my confidence and resilience had taken a real knock after a few difficult months in my football career. Steve played a crucial role in my recovery and development by enlightening me on the profound significance of the mental aspect of the game. He guided me through the highs and lows of football and equipped me with valuable coping strategies to navigate through them effectively. Notably, setting specific goals with Steve proved immensely helpful, enabling me to stay focused and motivated.
Moreover, Steve introduced me to visualisation techniques and the PETTLEP method, which empowered me to mentally rehearse positive scenarios during matches. This mental imagery bolstered my confidence and performance on the field.
Steve’s mentorship helped me enhance my mental resilience by teaching me how to manage my thoughts, improve my self talk, and maintain focus during games. This assisted me in avoiding overthinking both during and after matches, directing my attention to my individual goals rather than speculating about others’ thoughts and opinions. He also helped me with my A level revision!
Overall, Steve’s professional guidance really impacted my football journey, equipping me with invaluable mental tools that have significantly contributed to my growth as a player and an individual. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Steve and am grateful for his advice, guidance and support. Beth Sullivan
Sport Psychology Prices
Free T-Shirt and Mug when booking 3X Sessions in 2023
Notice: An intake session is required first and costs £35
Pay As You Go: Flexible Sessions £50 Per 30 Mins
One Session
Book 1x hour session, after having your intake session. Please bear in mind this isn’t a magic wand and further sessions may be required. Can be split into 2x 30 mins sessions.
- One session – can be 2x 30 mins
- No commitment
- Use within 3 months
Two Sessions
Block of 2x 1 hour sessions, and can be used within 6 months. Sessions typically involve developing a growth mindset, setting goals or building confidence. Can be split into 4x 30 mins sessions.
- Most popular – can be 4x 30 mins
- Commits you to the sessions
- Mindset shift – Save £100
Three Sessions
Block 3x 1 hour sessions and can be used within 6 months. Sessions typically involve developing a growth mindset, setting goals or building confidence. Can be split into 6x 30 mins sessions.
- Can be 6x 30mins – Save £150
- Develop your mindset
- Continuous progress and growth
More Testimonials
Steve has helped me overcome my fear of jumping after rupturing my ACL and tearing my medial meniscus (both requiring surgery) through pole vault. He also removed the pressure and anxiety I felt, being far behind everyone else, after I came out of a 1 year rehab programme and has abled me to continue jumping with a better mentality than I ever had before.
I use to have tennis lessons with Steve (some years ago). Fantastic coach. Helped me to use my strengths and existing skills to improve my game, were most coaches want to reinvent the wheel. Fantastic mental coach too. I’ll always remember Steve fondly. He’s an exceptionally talented, good, kind person. I wish him well.
Steve has been working with my daughter during the second half of this year, with excellent results. She is a hockey goalkeeper, playing at a high level in the England Hockey player pathway and with her club. She had been struggling with dips in confidence that was impacting her performance and her enjoyment of the game. The sessions have been extremely beneficial to her, where Steve has used techniques that she can apply both at home and during training and at matches. After just 3 or 4 sessions, she had the situation under control and knows strategies to manage any further dips in confidence. I highly recommend Steve as a sports psychologist.