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We have an excellent selection of specialists in sport psychology who can help give you the mental skills to succeed in sport. If you can't find a sport psychology consultant near you then many sport psychology consultants also offer online sport psychology support. Use our easy to use search function to find a sport psychologist near you. We help connect sport psychology consultants with athletes, coaches and teams. Whether you are looking for face-to-face, group sessions or one-to-one support search by location to find a sport psychologist or sport psychology consultant near you.
Whether you are searching for individual growth, peak performance, a personal best, or an Olympic medal in addition to sport psychologists we have a range of sport psychology related consultants on our directory.
A sport psychologist works with athletes, coaches or teams to enhance their psychological approach to competition. Typically psychological interventions are directed towards performance, although sometimes a sport psychology consultant will help with other issues (e.g., helping an athlete returning to competition after injury). Also some sport psychology consultants, if they have the right expertise, will also help individuals deal with broader issues around mental health.
Sport psychology is the scientific study of how psychological factors influence athletic performance and how participation in sport and exercise affects psychological and physical well-being.
Many coaches and athletes testify to the importance of psychological factors in sport. Examples include an athlete performing poorly because he or she lacks confidence, an athlete who fails to cope with the pressure of competition, a team of talented individuals that consistently underachieve because of poor team dynamics, or an individual that is devastated by a traumatic injury.
A sport psychologist can help sports performers of any age across any level.
The services of a sport psychologist are commonly used by professional athletes and teams, and those who represent their country. Many recreational and junior aspiring athletes have also used the services of a sport psychologists and we also often get enquiries from parents looking for a youth sport psychologist near them. We outline in detail what a sport psychologist does but simply a sport psychologist works with individuals or teams to enhance their psychological approach. Typically these mental training interventions are directed towards performance enhancement, although sometimes a sport psychologist is called upon to deal with other issues (e.g., helping an athlete during injury rehabilitation).
Working with a sport psychologist can significantly enhance an athlete's performance and well-being, but to get the most out of this collaboration, athletes need to approach it with the right mindset and strategies.
Be completely open about your challenges, fears, and goals. A sport psychologist can help you understand the mental aspects of your performance, but they can only do this effectively if you're transparent.
Work with your sport psychologist to establish clear, realistic goals. These can range from short-term objectives like improving focus during games to long-term aims like managing career transitions or reducing performance anxiety. Clear goals provide direction and a way to measure progress. Make sure the goals are challenging yet attainable, and that they align with your personal and athletic ambitions.
To maximize the benefits of sport psychology, it’s important to practice mental skills, just like physical ones. Techniques like visualization, mindfulness, and self-talk need regular practice to become effective tools in competition. Incorporate these strategies into your daily training routines, just as you would practice drills for physical skills.
Mental growth takes time, just like physical training. Regular sessions and consistent practice of techniques will yield better long-term results.
Maintaining consistent communication with your sport psychologist ensures that strategies remain relevant and effective.
It is important to work with people who have had suitable training and are members of a professional organisation which follow a code of conduct. For example, a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society. Sometimes consultants will go by different titles related to sport psychology such as Certified Mental Performance Consultant, or will work in fields like performance psychology.
We try to ensure that the information presented is accurate for the members listed. However, please be aware it is your responsibility to verify, the background, qualifications and experience of any member whose services you are considering using. In particular please do ask the person you are seeing, what their qualifications are and whether they are a member of a professional organisation or register.
You can find out more information about the professional training routes in the following countries.
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For more information about sport psychology including articles on anxiety, confidence and psychological skills then visit our sport performance blog.
