LC SPORT PSYCH
Sport and Exercise Psychology Services
WHAT IS SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY?
Sport and exercise psychology employs the rigour of science to investigate how people perceive the world, structure their thinking, solve problems and interact with others, set against the context of sports performance and exercise. One prominent aim is to help performers prepare psychologically for the demands of training and competition, and this is best achieved through working with both the performer themselves and their support team – in most instances, their coach. Sport and exercise psychology can also involve exploring how sport and exercise can be used as a tool to increase overall physical health and psychological well-being.
SERVICES
Individual Sport and Exercise Psychology
1-1 sessions are available with myself for clients looking to receive sport and exercise psychology training and support. Monthly packages are also available. During an initial consultation, a psychological needs analysis and observation (if possible) will take place, followed by the option of receiving ongoing training and support to address the agreed areas identified for improvement. Individualised and periodised mental training programmes specific to you and your needs will be developed. Clients are usually athletes competing across all levels and from a range of sports, coaches looking to develop themselves, parents, and referees.
Psycho-Educational Workshops
Workshops are a great way to introduce psychological concepts (such as emotional control, understanding motivation, developing resilience) to groups, teams and organisations involved in sport. The workshops are designed to be interactive and engaging via discussions, practical exercises and visual aids. The focus, content and length of each workshop will vary depending upon the focus of the workshop and the audience.
Team Sport and Exercise Psychology
Team assessments and ongoing psychological support for sports teams and individual athletes/players is available. This support will involve liaising closely with the team coach, team captains, support staff working with the team, and parents of players. Consultations may combine a mix of group workshops and 1-1 sessions with individual team members.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT DO SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGISTS DO?
A Sport and Exercise Psychologist may be involved in a variety of different tasks, which include:
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Working with clients to increase their overall psychological performance by using psychological skills training.
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Working with clients to prepare for the demands of performance and perform under pressure.
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Working with clients to overcome psychological barriers to performance.
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Working with clients during their recovery from an injury. Recovering from a sports-related injury can be incredibly painful and lonely for anyone. However, during this recovery time, clients can benefit from practising psychological techniques that will not only enhance their performance when they return to play, but will help to maintain their motivation and psychological health/well-being during recovery.
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Working with clients who are planning their retirement from competitive sport or have recently retired.
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Working with non-athletes, clinical populations, and organisations who want to increase their enjoyment and participation in sport and exercise to promote their physical and psychological health.
WHO IS SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY FOR?
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Anyone looking to improve in sport and exercise - any age, ability, sport or context.
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Whether you are looking to tackle a particular issue within your sport, such as pre-competition nerves, or whether you are looking for ways to stay at the top - sport and exercise psychology can help.
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I currently work with a variety of individuals including athletes, parents, coaches, support staff and referees.
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If you are looking to boost your performance in any context, including maintaining your motivation and commitment to an exercise or nutrition programme, get in touch to learn how you can be supported to achieve your goals.
HOW CAN I START WORKING WITH YOU?
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It is advised to book in for a free 30-minute consultation to undergo a needs analysis and to discuss your involvement and background in sport and/or exercise in greater detail.
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From this initial consultation, an individualised programme of work will be developed to address the agreed areas for improvement. Individual 1-1 sessions can be delivered via a number of methods: in-person, via telephone, online (Skype/FaceTime/Zoom) or a combination of the three.
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Blocks of sessions or monthly packages are available if you are looking for psychological training and support over an extended period of time. These can be discussed in more detail during the initial consultation.
HOW CAN PROGRESS BE MEASURED?
Progress on the psychological aspects of performance can be measured using a variety of methods:
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Video analysis
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Training and competition observations
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Training and competition reviews
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Psychometric testing
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Re-assessment of baseline data
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Biofeedback using technology
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Feedback from the client and significant others, such as their coach and parents.
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And more...
Based in Hertfordshire, England
GET IN TOUCH
+44 (0)7568 596866