Sport Psychology & Mental Coaching
What does it mean?
Sport psychology explores how psychological factors impact participation and performance in sports, exercise, and physical activity, as well as how sport shapes an individual's development and well-being.
Mental coaching is an approach whereby a coach accompanies clients to strengthen mental skills and navigate challenges in their professional, athletic, or personal lives. It is a creative, reflective partnership designed to support growth and unlock personal and professional potential.
Through structured coaching conversations and practical exercises, we can work on themes like:
Managing emotions (e.g pre-competitive stress, fears)
Developing positive self-talk and imagery scripts
Building routines and focus strategies
Aligning athletic identity with personal values.
(Re)building confidence and/or self-esteem
Goal-setting and planning
Motivation
Life-sport balance
Dealing with injuries
Navigating transitions (new sport, new level, retirement)
How can we work together?
1-to-1 Sessions
Tailored sessions to address your personal goals and challenges.
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A confidential, supportive space to explore, slow down and reflect on whatever feels relevant for you right now — mentally, physically, and emotionally.
No judgement, no fixed agenda. I work alongside you as a mirror, helping you gain perspective and understand your patterns.
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Combination of conversations, space for reflection and practical activities, adapted to you and your needs
Sessions evolve over time, as your needs and context change
Between sessions, I may suggest reflections rather than rigid exercises
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Managing pressure, expectations, and nerves
Understanding and regulating emotions (e.g., fear, frustration)
Focus, routines, imagery, self-talk
Confidence, self-esteem, and identity in sport
Motivation, planning, and goal-setting
Life–sport balance, injuries, and transitions
Communication, autonomy, and responsibility
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For people who exercise regularly, from recreational to elite athletes
Athletes feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or under pressure
People who value both performance and wellbeing
Health-oriented non-athletes seeking better balance
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Greater self-awareness and perspective
Clarity in difficult moments
Better emotional regulation
A more sustainable relationship with performance
Workshops
Educational and reflective workshops grounded in both science and real sporting experience. Available online or in person and tailored to teams, clubs, and corporate wellness.
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Understanding common mental challenges in sport and developing practical perspectives to deal with them
Topics can be generic or selected. Examples of topics:
“Managing Pressure in Competition”
“Mental Tools for Endurance Athletes”
“Growth mindset and limiting beliefs”
“Identity, self-worth and mental health in sport”
“Pre-race anxiety”
“Dealing with injuries”
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Better understanding of mental challenges in sport
Practical tools they can apply immediately
Space for reflection and discussion
Normalisation of common struggles
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Online or in person
A combination of explanation with practical exercises
Adapted to sport, level, age group, and context
Typical duration: 30-60mins (depends on the topics chosen)
*I also work with teams, clubs, and organisations in a more flexible, context-specific way. This usually involves a combination of education, individual support, and collaboration with staff over time. If you’re involved in a team or club and would like to discuss possibilities, you’re welcome to reach out.