Sports Performance Counselling in Wakefield

I take a holistic approach to my practice, working at a mental, physical and emotional level, often drawing on my experiences as a Sports Therapist and Yoga/Pilates instructor to work with you body and mind.
Do you ever feel a little frazzled? Find it difficult to make a change? Struggle to find meaning and purpose? Want to address an imbalance in your life? Can't seem to find your way? You may be at a turning point in your life or want to work on your personal development. We all face these challenges and at times, the support of a coach can help you to make progress. I use established coaching techniques to help you explore your current situation, deepen your self awareness and move towards an improved way of being.
I take a holistic approach to my practice, working at a mental, physical and emotional level, often drawing on my experiences as a Sports Therapist and Yoga/Pilates instructor to work with you body and mind.
Do you ever feel a little frazzled? Find it difficult to make a change? Struggle to find meaning and purpose? Want to address an imbalance in your life? Can't seem to find your way? You may be at a turning point in your life or want to work on your personal development. We all face these challenges and at times, the support of a coach can help you to make progress. I use established coaching techniques to help you explore your current situation, deepen your self awareness and move towards an improved way of being.

Hi. At times we are challenged in life and we may need help to work through the issues that can affect us. Whatever we are experiencing, it can impact on our whole life greatly. At times admitting we need help can be a long and hard journey and just getting to this point of looking for a therapist means you’ve addressed so much already and that you wish to take the next step. It's finding the right therapist for you, just like any other relationship is how you connect that enables you to feel safe and be open so you can work through your issues. So take your time to find the right one as that relationship can help you so much.
Hi. At times we are challenged in life and we may need help to work through the issues that can affect us. Whatever we are experiencing, it can impact on our whole life greatly. At times admitting we need help can be a long and hard journey and just getting to this point of looking for a therapist means you’ve addressed so much already and that you wish to take the next step. It's finding the right therapist for you, just like any other relationship is how you connect that enables you to feel safe and be open so you can work through your issues. So take your time to find the right one as that relationship can help you so much.

Jeana Hallas at Barnsley Hypnosis & Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.

I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD. My goal is to help you build self-confidence, enhance self-esteem, and manage relationships impacted by change. If you're feeling lost, lonely, or overwhelmed, struggling to cope with the present, or experiencing heightened anxiety and uncertainty about the future, we can work together to bring clarity, strengthen resilience, and unlock your inner confidence. Through personalised strategies, we’ll develop practical coping skills to effectively manage your emotions and behaviours.
I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD. My goal is to help you build self-confidence, enhance self-esteem, and manage relationships impacted by change. If you're feeling lost, lonely, or overwhelmed, struggling to cope with the present, or experiencing heightened anxiety and uncertainty about the future, we can work together to bring clarity, strengthen resilience, and unlock your inner confidence. Through personalised strategies, we’ll develop practical coping skills to effectively manage your emotions and behaviours.

I am an experienced, well-established BACP registered and NCPS accredited counsellor and supervisor with 15 years of experience in private practice in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. I accept private clients, including those covered by BUPA and AVIVA, offering face-to-face and online sessions. Whilst my focus is on anxiety and stress management, I have extensive experience in supporting clients through issues related to abuse, addiction, and bereavement. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic modalities to help clients develop practical strategies to regain control of their lives and find peace.
I am an experienced, well-established BACP registered and NCPS accredited counsellor and supervisor with 15 years of experience in private practice in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. I accept private clients, including those covered by BUPA and AVIVA, offering face-to-face and online sessions. Whilst my focus is on anxiety and stress management, I have extensive experience in supporting clients through issues related to abuse, addiction, and bereavement. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic modalities to help clients develop practical strategies to regain control of their lives and find peace.

Nadine Naughton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wakefield WF4
Not accepting new clients
I work with a wide area including Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression, Self-harm, Suicidal Ideation, Stress, illness, Long term health issues, Terminal illness, Bereavement, Loss, Work related stresses, Sports professionals etc.
Hello I am Nadine, I have 14 years experience as a counsellor for children, young people and adults in Yorkshire. See my profile. I'm near Nostell Priory, junction 30/31 M62 and 38/39 M1. Wakefield & Huddersfield. I qualified in 2009 and I actively work with children, young people, adults, relationship counselling and family therapy. I have 14 years regular counselling experience and 12 years previous experience working with children's mental and emotional health service for Kirklees within Tier 2 and Tier 3 Ask CAMHS/ ChEWS - Northorpe Hall Services known now as Thriving Kirklees. I now only work in my own private practice.
I work with a wide area including Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression, Self-harm, Suicidal Ideation, Stress, illness, Long term health issues, Terminal illness, Bereavement, Loss, Work related stresses, Sports professionals etc.
Hello I am Nadine, I have 14 years experience as a counsellor for children, young people and adults in Yorkshire. See my profile. I'm near Nostell Priory, junction 30/31 M62 and 38/39 M1. Wakefield & Huddersfield. I qualified in 2009 and I actively work with children, young people, adults, relationship counselling and family therapy. I have 14 years regular counselling experience and 12 years previous experience working with children's mental and emotional health service for Kirklees within Tier 2 and Tier 3 Ask CAMHS/ ChEWS - Northorpe Hall Services known now as Thriving Kirklees. I now only work in my own private practice.
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As a psychologist I work in multiple areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), health issues, work and life balance, sports performance, work performance, relationship difficulties and barriers to healthy lifestyle.
My work includes counselling referees to deal with the stressful and demanding aspects of their role, advising coaches on how to build cohesion within their squad of athletes, and helping athletes with personal development and the psychological consequences of sustaining an injury.
As a psychologist I work in multiple areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), health issues, work and life balance, sports performance, work performance, relationship difficulties and barriers to healthy lifestyle.
My work includes counselling referees to deal with the stressful and demanding aspects of their role, advising coaches on how to build cohesion within their squad of athletes, and helping athletes with personal development and the psychological consequences of sustaining an injury.

Leanne Alston and Sally Willan are therapists trained in CBT, EMDR, Couples Therapy and Sports Psychology.
We're passionate about helping people live well and in alignment with their goals and values. Our aim is to support you to understand yourself, your triggers, habits, and patterns and give you the tools to create meaningful change. We offer a safe, confidential space, with both in-person and remote appointments available to suit your lifestyle and schedule.
Leanne Alston and Sally Willan are therapists trained in CBT, EMDR, Couples Therapy and Sports Psychology.
We're passionate about helping people live well and in alignment with their goals and values. Our aim is to support you to understand yourself, your triggers, habits, and patterns and give you the tools to create meaningful change. We offer a safe, confidential space, with both in-person and remote appointments available to suit your lifestyle and schedule.

My qualifications include two Masters degrees; one in MSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and another in MSc Psychology and I hold a background in Sports Science.
My philosophy is to provide an authentic, reflective and insightful approach to therapy that will aim to provide long-term benefits. I will use my diverse knowledge of psychology and psychotherapy to work holistically and use evidence-based approaches to ensure you can improve all areas of your life.
My qualifications include two Masters degrees; one in MSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and another in MSc Psychology and I hold a background in Sports Science.
My philosophy is to provide an authentic, reflective and insightful approach to therapy that will aim to provide long-term benefits. I will use my diverse knowledge of psychology and psychotherapy to work holistically and use evidence-based approaches to ensure you can improve all areas of your life.

I’ve coached elite athletes, including Olympic and world champions, Major Winners in golf, the 2014 Ryder Cup Team, and world-class sports teams in different countries.
I use advanced psychological strategies to help people manage anxiety, build confidence, master flow, and consistently perform at their best in results-focused cultures.
I’ve coached elite athletes, including Olympic and world champions, Major Winners in golf, the 2014 Ryder Cup Team, and world-class sports teams in different countries.
I use advanced psychological strategies to help people manage anxiety, build confidence, master flow, and consistently perform at their best in results-focused cultures.

Maybe a recent life event is changing how you are in the world. Maybe a past event needs to be worked on and understood. Maybe you do not feel yourself and are suffering with a change in mood and outlook. If you are experiencing difficult and overwhelming feelings, we can work through them together. You will have a space to find some understanding and relief from what is happening to you, without being judged. Family and friends often try and give advice and make us feel better, but sometimes this is not what is needed and does not help. Counselling and psychotherapy can offer a different approach.
Maybe a recent life event is changing how you are in the world. Maybe a past event needs to be worked on and understood. Maybe you do not feel yourself and are suffering with a change in mood and outlook. If you are experiencing difficult and overwhelming feelings, we can work through them together. You will have a space to find some understanding and relief from what is happening to you, without being judged. Family and friends often try and give advice and make us feel better, but sometimes this is not what is needed and does not help. Counselling and psychotherapy can offer a different approach.

JV Psychology Services Ltd. offers assessments for Autism and ADHD for children, young people and adults. Our assessments follow National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) Guidelines. Two specialist HCPC-registered healthcare professionals from different professional backgrounds (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist) will complete be involved in completing the assessments.
JV Psychology Services Ltd. offers assessments for Autism and ADHD for children, young people and adults. Our assessments follow National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) Guidelines. Two specialist HCPC-registered healthcare professionals from different professional backgrounds (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist) will complete be involved in completing the assessments.

Welcome I am a registered MBACP accredited Counsellor/psychotherapist. I am qualified in several modalities of therapy - meaning I can integrate a range of interventions to support you. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people. I offer online appointments and face to face appointments in York and Thirsk. I also offer walk and talk sessions in York and Thirsk. I specialise in relationship and psychosexual therapy, trauma and PTSD. If you are experiencing difficulties and would like to talk in confidence, I'm here by your side to support you and help you move forward at your pace.
Welcome I am a registered MBACP accredited Counsellor/psychotherapist. I am qualified in several modalities of therapy - meaning I can integrate a range of interventions to support you. I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people. I offer online appointments and face to face appointments in York and Thirsk. I also offer walk and talk sessions in York and Thirsk. I specialise in relationship and psychosexual therapy, trauma and PTSD. If you are experiencing difficulties and would like to talk in confidence, I'm here by your side to support you and help you move forward at your pace.

I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.
I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.

My mission is to provide a compassionate and customised approach to integrative counselling, tailored to meet your specific needs. As an experienced counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic models to ensure that the approach we take together is as unique as you are. I use tools from psychodynamic therapy to explore the past, person-centred techniques for non-directive support, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to tackle problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
At Evolve Health & Wellbeing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and growth.
My mission is to provide a compassionate and customised approach to integrative counselling, tailored to meet your specific needs. As an experienced counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic models to ensure that the approach we take together is as unique as you are. I use tools from psychodynamic therapy to explore the past, person-centred techniques for non-directive support, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to tackle problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
At Evolve Health & Wellbeing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and growth.

A warm welcome from me, James Spears Counselling. I recognise the courage and bravery it has taken you to come this far. Your'e not alone anymore with this.
However you are feeling, be that lost, stuck,confused, uncertain swimming in waters alone and struggling to stay above water. I can offer you a place where you can begin to realise the change you feel you need to make in your life to discover the you that you deserve and want to be.
Through genuine warmth and compassion i will walk with you on your personal journey until you reach your destination, taking shelter and rest where we need to do.
In this together at your pace.
A warm welcome from me, James Spears Counselling. I recognise the courage and bravery it has taken you to come this far. Your'e not alone anymore with this.
However you are feeling, be that lost, stuck,confused, uncertain swimming in waters alone and struggling to stay above water. I can offer you a place where you can begin to realise the change you feel you need to make in your life to discover the you that you deserve and want to be.
Through genuine warmth and compassion i will walk with you on your personal journey until you reach your destination, taking shelter and rest where we need to do.
In this together at your pace.

I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.

I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.
I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.

I am an experienced CBT and EMDR therapist with 8 plus years of experience in both private practise and NHS. I work with a range of disorders using CBT techniques, including PTSD (complex also), Depression, Anxiety disorders such as OCD Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Worry and Specific Phobias. Additionally I have a special interest in working with people from BAME communities, to provide culturally sensitive therapy and overcome the stigma in the communities in regards to mental health.
I am an experienced CBT and EMDR therapist with 8 plus years of experience in both private practise and NHS. I work with a range of disorders using CBT techniques, including PTSD (complex also), Depression, Anxiety disorders such as OCD Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Worry and Specific Phobias. Additionally I have a special interest in working with people from BAME communities, to provide culturally sensitive therapy and overcome the stigma in the communities in regards to mental health.

you have ended up here... so let me just say that whatever you are going through can be surmounted... whatever need, issue or goal you have, you have all the resources you need to reach there... and I am confident that I can collaborate with you and help you get to that 'place' on the other side whereas this need, issue or goal can either be gone, managed or achieved...
you have ended up here... so let me just say that whatever you are going through can be surmounted... whatever need, issue or goal you have, you have all the resources you need to reach there... and I am confident that I can collaborate with you and help you get to that 'place' on the other side whereas this need, issue or goal can either be gone, managed or achieved...
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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.