Sports Performance Counselling in Sidcup
I have been practising as a Counsellor for over 18 years and I am a Registered Member of the BACP. There are times in our lives when we feel unable to cope. Problems may arise and we may need help and space to think through ways of moving forward. It may be painful memories from the past, events in the present or worries about the future. I can help you to make sense of how you're feeling in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment.
I have been practising as a Counsellor for over 18 years and I am a Registered Member of the BACP. There are times in our lives when we feel unable to cope. Problems may arise and we may need help and space to think through ways of moving forward. It may be painful memories from the past, events in the present or worries about the future. I can help you to make sense of how you're feeling in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment.
Hi my name is Helen, I am passionate about counselling and the positive change it can bring. Together we can explore difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, confidential way. My training allows me to access different interventions which can be tailored to benefit and support each unique client. Sharing your feelings may be the first step. My aim is to help gain emotional strength to affect change in your life.
Hi my name is Helen, I am passionate about counselling and the positive change it can bring. Together we can explore difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, confidential way. My training allows me to access different interventions which can be tailored to benefit and support each unique client. Sharing your feelings may be the first step. My aim is to help gain emotional strength to affect change in your life.
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You're carrying more than most people realise. Maybe it's anxiety that shows up as perfectionism or restlessness, pressure to perform that never quite switches off, or a sense that despite everything you've achieved, something still feels missing. Perhaps relationships keep hitting the same wall, or you're trying to understand who you are beyond the role you play, as a parent, a professional, an athlete, or a man. Whatever brings you here, these feelings are real and they make sense. Therapy offers a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and start moving differently.
You're carrying more than most people realise. Maybe it's anxiety that shows up as perfectionism or restlessness, pressure to perform that never quite switches off, or a sense that despite everything you've achieved, something still feels missing. Perhaps relationships keep hitting the same wall, or you're trying to understand who you are beyond the role you play, as a parent, a professional, an athlete, or a man. Whatever brings you here, these feelings are real and they make sense. Therapy offers a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and start moving differently.
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.
Are you looking for a counsellor in SW or Online? Many of the clients I work with are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, or the impact of past trauma. Others come to therapy during a life transition—moving countries, changing careers, ending or starting relationships, or returning to themselves after a difficult period.
They often describe feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about who they are and what they want. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Are you looking for a counsellor in SW or Online? Many of the clients I work with are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, or the impact of past trauma. Others come to therapy during a life transition—moving countries, changing careers, ending or starting relationships, or returning to themselves after a difficult period.
They often describe feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about who they are and what they want. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
I work with people who feel stuck and want to create more movement in their life. Movement is the capacity to change. We are most alive when we are moving forward. It’s from this place that we can adapt, feel better and live with more creativity and impact. As a psychotherapist I support you to create the movement you need and bring about change in you life. This can include the processing of a difficult life event such as a divorce, the death of a loved one or a traumatic experience.
I work with people who feel stuck and want to create more movement in their life. Movement is the capacity to change. We are most alive when we are moving forward. It’s from this place that we can adapt, feel better and live with more creativity and impact. As a psychotherapist I support you to create the movement you need and bring about change in you life. This can include the processing of a difficult life event such as a divorce, the death of a loved one or a traumatic experience.
You might look “together” on the outside, but inside, you feel tired, anxious, or stuck. It can feel like you’re living in a world you don’t quite fit into, wondering how everyone else seems to manage what feels so hard for you. You hold high standards, care deeply for others, yet struggle to offer yourself the same compassion. Perhaps there’s burnout, people-pleasing, or concerns about body image. You want to feel calmer and more like yourself. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of your patterns, build self-trust, and help you connect to who you really are, not just who you feel like you should be.
You might look “together” on the outside, but inside, you feel tired, anxious, or stuck. It can feel like you’re living in a world you don’t quite fit into, wondering how everyone else seems to manage what feels so hard for you. You hold high standards, care deeply for others, yet struggle to offer yourself the same compassion. Perhaps there’s burnout, people-pleasing, or concerns about body image. You want to feel calmer and more like yourself. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of your patterns, build self-trust, and help you connect to who you really are, not just who you feel like you should be.
I am committed to providing a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and challenges. I recognise the bravery it takes to reach out. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to navigate life’s challenges and achieve your personal goals. Whether you're seeking support for stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, or simply looking to enhance your overall well-being, I am here to guide you every step of the way.
I am committed to providing a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and challenges. I recognise the bravery it takes to reach out. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to navigate life’s challenges and achieve your personal goals. Whether you're seeking support for stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, or simply looking to enhance your overall well-being, I am here to guide you every step of the way.
I'm Friendly and Professional Psychologist with extensive experience working internationally across elite sports, performing arts, & business, bringing a holistic approach to enhancing overall well-being.
Soon you will learn the coping skills necessary overcome the various challenges you face, achieve balance, live healthily, decrease anxiety & improve confidence. You will become unstuck, replacing unhelpful patterns of behaviour with appropriate actions which help you progress. You will realise your worth & strive towards your goals & the life you want.
I'm Friendly and Professional Psychologist with extensive experience working internationally across elite sports, performing arts, & business, bringing a holistic approach to enhancing overall well-being.
Soon you will learn the coping skills necessary overcome the various challenges you face, achieve balance, live healthily, decrease anxiety & improve confidence. You will become unstuck, replacing unhelpful patterns of behaviour with appropriate actions which help you progress. You will realise your worth & strive towards your goals & the life you want.
I specialise in sport and performance psychology, helping people in sports and in performance roles be the best they can be and thrive in performance domains.
Dealing with stress, pressure, or low confidence? I can help you take control of your mindset, so you can thrive in performance or handle life’s challenges.
I use performance psychology in a personalised approach to help you achieve your goals:
Remove mental barriers that hold you back,
Build clarity, confidence, and control,
Help you perform at your peak, consistently.
With this foundation, you’ll be ready to:
Break through mental blocks,
Handle stress and pressure with resilience,
Unlock new levels of focus, motivation, and achievement
Master your mindset and reactions,
Build tools that enhance performance and well-being.
I specialise in sport and performance psychology, helping people in sports and in performance roles be the best they can be and thrive in performance domains.
Dealing with stress, pressure, or low confidence? I can help you take control of your mindset, so you can thrive in performance or handle life’s challenges.
I use performance psychology in a personalised approach to help you achieve your goals:
Remove mental barriers that hold you back,
Build clarity, confidence, and control,
Help you perform at your peak, consistently.
With this foundation, you’ll be ready to:
Break through mental blocks,
Handle stress and pressure with resilience,
Unlock new levels of focus, motivation, and achievement
Master your mindset and reactions,
Build tools that enhance performance and well-being.
Is performance anxiety getting in the way of your sporting achievements? Perhaps you are able to perform in training, but find yourself overthinking when it comes to competition. This can be incredibly frustrating and upsetting. It sometimes feels like you are ‘getting in your own way’. I support clients struggling with performance anxiety to regain confidence, adjust thinking patterns and once again find enjoyment in their sport.
Is performance anxiety getting in the way of your sporting achievements? Perhaps you are able to perform in training, but find yourself overthinking when it comes to competition. This can be incredibly frustrating and upsetting. It sometimes feels like you are ‘getting in your own way’. I support clients struggling with performance anxiety to regain confidence, adjust thinking patterns and once again find enjoyment in their sport.
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting!
My integrative training across therapy and coaching enables me to help clients gain an understanding and awareness of what has shaped their thoughts and behaviors and to build strategies to move forward in a more resourceful and sustainable way.
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting!
My integrative training across therapy and coaching enables me to help clients gain an understanding and awareness of what has shaped their thoughts and behaviors and to build strategies to move forward in a more resourceful and sustainable way.
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.
Many people find that pressure gets in the way of performing at their best. In key moments, self-doubt, overthinking, or strong emotions can take over. How we respond to pressure—shaped by self-belief—has a powerful impact on performance and wellbeing.
I help individuals and teams build self-belief and develop the psychological skills needed to perform under pressure. Our work focuses on emotional regulation, resilience, decision-making, and mental fitness, supporting you to think clearly and respond effectively when it matters most.
Many people find that pressure gets in the way of performing at their best. In key moments, self-doubt, overthinking, or strong emotions can take over. How we respond to pressure—shaped by self-belief—has a powerful impact on performance and wellbeing.
I help individuals and teams build self-belief and develop the psychological skills needed to perform under pressure. Our work focuses on emotional regulation, resilience, decision-making, and mental fitness, supporting you to think clearly and respond effectively when it matters most.
Hi, welcome! I'm Dr Zoi, founder of Creative Sport Mind. I provide performance psychology support to help you better understand yourself and reach your full potential. I have 8+ years of experience in educational, mental health and sporting environments. Areas of expertise: self-criticism, confidence, burnout, performance anxiety, perfectionism.
Hi, welcome! I'm Dr Zoi, founder of Creative Sport Mind. I provide performance psychology support to help you better understand yourself and reach your full potential. I have 8+ years of experience in educational, mental health and sporting environments. Areas of expertise: self-criticism, confidence, burnout, performance anxiety, perfectionism.
I help individuals, teams and organisations maximise their performance through applying simple strategies and techniques to deal with the growing demands of sport and business. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, overcome the fear of failure, or simply add 5% to your game, I’m here to help. All my work is tailored to the individuals needs so that you get the value and results you are looking for.
I help individuals, teams and organisations maximise their performance through applying simple strategies and techniques to deal with the growing demands of sport and business. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, overcome the fear of failure, or simply add 5% to your game, I’m here to help. All my work is tailored to the individuals needs so that you get the value and results you are looking for.
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.
High performance can be incredibly rewarding - and incredibly demanding. I work with driven, ambitious individuals who care deeply about performing well - but want some support navigating the world of high-performance. They want to feel steadier and more confident under pressure, and to pursue meaningful goals without sacrificing their wellbeing in the process. I place equal importance on the wellbeing that makes high performance sustainable.
High performance can be incredibly rewarding - and incredibly demanding. I work with driven, ambitious individuals who care deeply about performing well - but want some support navigating the world of high-performance. They want to feel steadier and more confident under pressure, and to pursue meaningful goals without sacrificing their wellbeing in the process. I place equal importance on the wellbeing that makes high performance sustainable.
My name is Jessica & I’m UK-trained youth sport psychologist for athletes who care deeply & feel stuck - and for the parents watching it all from the side-lines. Lately sport might look like: post-performance tears or silence, training brilliance that disappears on competition day, one mistake becoming “I’m a failure,” and a home full of worry, second-guessing, and “What do we try next?”
If that sounds familiar, you’re exactly where you need to be. Make yourself comfortable and let me explain more about me and what my support can feel like.
My name is Jessica & I’m UK-trained youth sport psychologist for athletes who care deeply & feel stuck - and for the parents watching it all from the side-lines. Lately sport might look like: post-performance tears or silence, training brilliance that disappears on competition day, one mistake becoming “I’m a failure,” and a home full of worry, second-guessing, and “What do we try next?”
If that sounds familiar, you’re exactly where you need to be. Make yourself comfortable and let me explain more about me and what my support can feel like.
I’ve worked in performance all my life - as a Top 10 Music Recording Artist, Producer and Composer, as the Mental Wellbeing and Psychological Performance Consultant for Liverpool FC Women’s First Team, and as an EPL Premiership Football Academy Youth Development Coach - so I have extensive knowledge and skill in performing in the arts, media and sport at a high level.
I specialise in psychotherapy for performers in the arts and sport - on set, on tour or in need of face-to-face consultations, for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, abuse, personal relationships and self-esteem.
Check out therapyforfootballers.
I’ve worked in performance all my life - as a Top 10 Music Recording Artist, Producer and Composer, as the Mental Wellbeing and Psychological Performance Consultant for Liverpool FC Women’s First Team, and as an EPL Premiership Football Academy Youth Development Coach - so I have extensive knowledge and skill in performing in the arts, media and sport at a high level.
I specialise in psychotherapy for performers in the arts and sport - on set, on tour or in need of face-to-face consultations, for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, abuse, personal relationships and self-esteem.
Check out therapyforfootballers.
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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.