Sports Performance Counselling in Manchester
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics.
Sport demands both individual excellence and seamless teamwork, I have honed my expertise in fostering a winning mindset. From working with players and to enhance their focus during high-pressure situations to guiding teams in building resilient and cohesive mental frameworks, I have been instrumental in elevating performance levels on and off the field.
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics.
Sport demands both individual excellence and seamless teamwork, I have honed my expertise in fostering a winning mindset. From working with players and to enhance their focus during high-pressure situations to guiding teams in building resilient and cohesive mental frameworks, I have been instrumental in elevating performance levels on and off the field.
Sports expertise only helps to apply this general knowledge to specific issues.
As a psychologist specialising in performance, my approach is centred on the belief that every individual has the potential for growth, self-awareness, and fulfilment. I focus on creating a safe, empathetic environment where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, particularly as they relate to your well-being, and overall life balance. We will collaborate together to discover your needs and find ways to support them. Through this shared experience, I found clients experience more fulfillment in a way that is true to themselves.
Sports expertise only helps to apply this general knowledge to specific issues.
As a psychologist specialising in performance, my approach is centred on the belief that every individual has the potential for growth, self-awareness, and fulfilment. I focus on creating a safe, empathetic environment where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, particularly as they relate to your well-being, and overall life balance. We will collaborate together to discover your needs and find ways to support them. Through this shared experience, I found clients experience more fulfillment in a way that is true to themselves.
A limited number of sliding-scale concession slots are reserved specifically for injured athletes or individuals facing difficult sports career transitions.
My ideal clients are athletes, professionals, and high achievers trapped in cycles of severe anxiety, perfectionism, or performance blocks. They come to my practice because overthinking, fear of failure, or high alert has taken over their lives, causing profound distress and physical exhaustion. Working together, we don’t just talk about the pressure; we use structured, Trauma-Focused CBT to break these cycles. I provide practical tools to calm your nervous system, dismantle your inner critic, and process setbacks. We tackle both thoughts and behaviours to rebuild your psychological safety, confidence, and peak well-being.
A limited number of sliding-scale concession slots are reserved specifically for injured athletes or individuals facing difficult sports career transitions.
My ideal clients are athletes, professionals, and high achievers trapped in cycles of severe anxiety, perfectionism, or performance blocks. They come to my practice because overthinking, fear of failure, or high alert has taken over their lives, causing profound distress and physical exhaustion. Working together, we don’t just talk about the pressure; we use structured, Trauma-Focused CBT to break these cycles. I provide practical tools to calm your nervous system, dismantle your inner critic, and process setbacks. We tackle both thoughts and behaviours to rebuild your psychological safety, confidence, and peak well-being.
What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
I have coached 5 Major winners in golf, the 2014 Ryder Cup team, over 30 PGA tour winners, World champions, Olympic champions, National and International Sports teams, and athletes from almost every sport.
I’m Dr. John Pates, a performance psychologist with 30+ years’ experience helping elite performers excel. I specialise in flow, mindset, and high-performance psychology, working with Major champions, Ryder Cup teams, Olympic athletes, leaders, and creatives to unlock clarity, confidence, and peak performance under pressure.
I have coached 5 Major winners in golf, the 2014 Ryder Cup team, over 30 PGA tour winners, World champions, Olympic champions, National and International Sports teams, and athletes from almost every sport.
I’m Dr. John Pates, a performance psychologist with 30+ years’ experience helping elite performers excel. I specialise in flow, mindset, and high-performance psychology, working with Major champions, Ryder Cup teams, Olympic athletes, leaders, and creatives to unlock clarity, confidence, and peak performance under pressure.
I work in multiple areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), relationship, health issues, work and life balance, sports performance, work performance, relationship difficulties and barriers to a healthy lifestyle.
I am specialised in sport and exercise psychology, primarily concerned with the application of psychology to increase exercise participation and motivational levels in athletes/general public. I am a former cricket player and now enjoy endurance running, so I have insights into how I can help in wider areas, either sports-specific or day-to-day issues.
I work in multiple areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), relationship, health issues, work and life balance, sports performance, work performance, relationship difficulties and barriers to a healthy lifestyle.
I am specialised in sport and exercise psychology, primarily concerned with the application of psychology to increase exercise participation and motivational levels in athletes/general public. I am a former cricket player and now enjoy endurance running, so I have insights into how I can help in wider areas, either sports-specific or day-to-day issues.
When you are navigating rehabilitation, it is common to feel stuck. I work with individuals who are physically recovering from an injury but find themselves struggling with the psychological impact. You might be experiencing a fear of re-injury, anxiety about returning to your training, or feeling a profound loss of identity now that your usual routine has been disrupted. Rehabilitation is a slow, often gruelling process. My aim is to help you process these changes, rebuild confidence in your body, and safely cross the final hurdle back to the activities you value.
When you are navigating rehabilitation, it is common to feel stuck. I work with individuals who are physically recovering from an injury but find themselves struggling with the psychological impact. You might be experiencing a fear of re-injury, anxiety about returning to your training, or feeling a profound loss of identity now that your usual routine has been disrupted. Rehabilitation is a slow, often gruelling process. My aim is to help you process these changes, rebuild confidence in your body, and safely cross the final hurdle back to the activities you value.
Something brought you here. I work with young adults and adults navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, burnout, and the pressures that come with high performance and perfectionism. Often these things overlap. You might be an athlete, a high-achiever, or someone who looks fine from the outside but is quietly struggling. You might be neurodivergent, or suspect you are; many of my clients are. You don't have to be at crisis point to deserve support. Whatever brought you here, I'm glad you found this page.
Something brought you here. I work with young adults and adults navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, burnout, and the pressures that come with high performance and perfectionism. Often these things overlap. You might be an athlete, a high-achiever, or someone who looks fine from the outside but is quietly struggling. You might be neurodivergent, or suspect you are; many of my clients are. You don't have to be at crisis point to deserve support. Whatever brought you here, I'm glad you found this page.
I help my clients to be ready for change I am there to help them reach their potential. Focusing on what they would like to achieve moving forward and what things from the past seem to be holding them back . Making realistic goals together and looking at how to remove the barriers to achieving those goals is key to the best Counselling experience. Taking things gently to explore what would help in the clients best interest and to build confidence to overcome challenges that are holding people back .
I help my clients to be ready for change I am there to help them reach their potential. Focusing on what they would like to achieve moving forward and what things from the past seem to be holding them back . Making realistic goals together and looking at how to remove the barriers to achieving those goals is key to the best Counselling experience. Taking things gently to explore what would help in the clients best interest and to build confidence to overcome challenges that are holding people back .
I also hold an MSc in Psychology of Sport and Exercise and a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Coaching.
Most people who find me are carrying something that will not settle. Often a relationship has ended and their mind has not caught up: the checking, the re-reading of old messages, the conversations they keep having at 2am. Others come with anxiety, low mood, burnout, bereavement, or that flat feeling of being lost after a life change.
You do not need a tidy reason to come to counselling. "Something feels off" is enough. Together we make sense of what happened, look honestly at how it is impacting on you now and build practical ways through it, so you leave with both an understanding of it and something you can actually use.
I also hold an MSc in Psychology of Sport and Exercise and a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Coaching.
Most people who find me are carrying something that will not settle. Often a relationship has ended and their mind has not caught up: the checking, the re-reading of old messages, the conversations they keep having at 2am. Others come with anxiety, low mood, burnout, bereavement, or that flat feeling of being lost after a life change.
You do not need a tidy reason to come to counselling. "Something feels off" is enough. Together we make sense of what happened, look honestly at how it is impacting on you now and build practical ways through it, so you leave with both an understanding of it and something you can actually use.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
Seeking support can feel like a big step. My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood.
Seeking support can feel like a big step. My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood.
I recently celebrated 25 years as a CBT therapist. I am now also qualified in EMDR In. addition my therapy practice I have taught CBT for many years. I was programme director for post graduate CBT training at Manchester and Lancaster Universities, I have lectured at most UK universities and also abroad in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Sweden, Spain, Holland and Brazil. I have been widely published on the relationship between negative life events and psychological distress including as a first author in The British journal of Psychiatry
I recently celebrated 25 years as a CBT therapist. I am now also qualified in EMDR In. addition my therapy practice I have taught CBT for many years. I was programme director for post graduate CBT training at Manchester and Lancaster Universities, I have lectured at most UK universities and also abroad in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Sweden, Spain, Holland and Brazil. I have been widely published on the relationship between negative life events and psychological distress including as a first author in The British journal of Psychiatry
Ninety percent of the work I do is with men.
Over the past five years, my work has focused heavily on men's issues, trauma, sex, sexuality, identity, purpose, stress, anxiety, overwhelm and burnout.
I also have a particular focus on identity, self-worth and boundaries.
I frequently work with men in the following sectors: Business Owners, Executives, Founders, Entrepreneurs, Legal Professionals, Medical Practitioners, Financial Industry, Tech Leaders, Professional Athletes, Entertainment Industry, Media Personalities and Influencers.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation call should you have any questions.
Ninety percent of the work I do is with men.
Over the past five years, my work has focused heavily on men's issues, trauma, sex, sexuality, identity, purpose, stress, anxiety, overwhelm and burnout.
I also have a particular focus on identity, self-worth and boundaries.
I frequently work with men in the following sectors: Business Owners, Executives, Founders, Entrepreneurs, Legal Professionals, Medical Practitioners, Financial Industry, Tech Leaders, Professional Athletes, Entertainment Industry, Media Personalities and Influencers.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation call should you have any questions.
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
If you're tired of battling stress, overwhelm, anxiety or if you're frustrated because you can't seem to be as productive or confident as you want, or need, to be then hypnotherapy can work amazingly well for you. Your subconscious is in the driving seat and while it tries to help you feel safe and survive, it can also hinder you too. Often we aren't entirely aware, at a conscious level, why we're struggling or stuck in self-sabotaging behaviour patterns. Hypnotherapy is able to reach your subconscious and work with it to correct course, allowing you to achieve what you want.
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a Consult Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist at Project Trauma. I set up Project Trauma to provide the kind of personalised, compassionate psychological support that people need following events in their life which they have struggled to cope with. Psychological distress can affect anyone and everyone will have a different reaction to traumatic events in their life. We all have different tolerance and ways of coping, but at some stage in our life we will all need help from somewhere.
Hi, my name is Ben and I am a Consult Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist at Project Trauma. I set up Project Trauma to provide the kind of personalised, compassionate psychological support that people need following events in their life which they have struggled to cope with. Psychological distress can affect anyone and everyone will have a different reaction to traumatic events in their life. We all have different tolerance and ways of coping, but at some stage in our life we will all need help from somewhere.
Although I regularly work with clients of all ages and genders, the majority of my clients tend to be young men, who have unresolved feelings or experiences which are impacting on their daily lives. I work as an integrative counsellor, from a person-centred perspective. This means that you can bring whatever you wish to the session, while we work at your pace and depth. I employ theory and techniques from CBT, psychodynamic and other therapeutic philosophies which I feel may be useful. Where we start is not the important thing as ultimately, you will naturally discover the things that matter the most to you.
Although I regularly work with clients of all ages and genders, the majority of my clients tend to be young men, who have unresolved feelings or experiences which are impacting on their daily lives. I work as an integrative counsellor, from a person-centred perspective. This means that you can bring whatever you wish to the session, while we work at your pace and depth. I employ theory and techniques from CBT, psychodynamic and other therapeutic philosophies which I feel may be useful. Where we start is not the important thing as ultimately, you will naturally discover the things that matter the most to you.
“My therapy is designed to give you the tools and guidance to change the way you think, and help you see things more clearly, so you can be in control of your own progress. I always work at your pace, and my goal is for you to feel as comfortable as possible when opening up. We’re in this together!”
“My therapy is designed to give you the tools and guidance to change the way you think, and help you see things more clearly, so you can be in control of your own progress. I always work at your pace, and my goal is for you to feel as comfortable as possible when opening up. We’re in this together!”
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
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How does sports psychology work?
Sports psychology helps athletes identify and overcome challenges, such as perfectionism or a fear of failure, and improve key mental skills, such as confidence or concentration. By applying principles and techniques from psychology, such as goal-setting, visualisation, positive self-talk, and emotion regulation, sports psychologists help athletes improve their performance on the field and their well-being overall.
How long does treatment for a sports-related problem take?
The duration of sports psychology treatment depends on the athlete’s individual challenges, goals, the complexity of the interventions used, and even on the length of the season. A performance anxiety issue may be treated with a short-term treatment, like Cognitive behavioural therapy, while issues such as depression, substance abuse, or severe anxiety may require longer-term treatments.
How effective is treatment for sports performance problems?
Sports psychology has been shown to improve performance and help athletes manage their emotions. Sports psychology can be effective in boosting performance, team dynamics, and injury rehabilitation. Over the past decade, nearly every professional sports team in every major sport has added a sports psychologist to its staff. Many colleges have done the same, and even some high school programs have done the same. Olympic hopefuls may consult with sports psychologists starting in elementary school.
What are the limitations of sports psychology?
Sports psychology may have several limitations. Every athlete is unique and may respond differently to sports psychology treatments. Therapy can help an athlete reach their potential; it can help athletes cope with injury and pain, but it cannot change the physical limitations that may be affecting an athlete’s performance.