Sports Performance Counselling in Wilmslow
She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business.
We all experience suffering. As human beings, we can’t avoid it. But how we cope with our pain determines whether we thrive or just survive in life. At Happiness in Mind, we can help you learn how to use your mind and emotions to unlock your full potential and to create lasting happiness and resilience in your life.
She specialises in general mental health issues, trauma & working with high performers, largely in elite sports & business.
We all experience suffering. As human beings, we can’t avoid it. But how we cope with our pain determines whether we thrive or just survive in life. At Happiness in Mind, we can help you learn how to use your mind and emotions to unlock your full potential and to create lasting happiness and resilience in your life.
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I work with people who want to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and other types of emotional pain. I am here to help you explore and process your experiences so you can get unstuck, find relief from your painful emotions, and live a happier, more satisfying life. I have experience working with various types of emotional distress and my clients usually find relief after just a few sessions. I have an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University, a BSc in Psychology, and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Manchester (North West) offering remote therapy to anywhere! My NHS work includes delivering therapy to children/young people, and I also offer private therapy for children and adults (aged 18+) that is tailored to you. Difficulties I've supported include anxiety, depression, phobias, traumas & OCD. Having completed a Masters in Eating Disorders and Nutrition, I also specialise in supporting those with eating difficulties/disorders. Finally, I work privately with athletes to support their mental health. I'll always focus on your goals and what you would like to achieve from attending therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Manchester (North West) offering remote therapy to anywhere! My NHS work includes delivering therapy to children/young people, and I also offer private therapy for children and adults (aged 18+) that is tailored to you. Difficulties I've supported include anxiety, depression, phobias, traumas & OCD. Having completed a Masters in Eating Disorders and Nutrition, I also specialise in supporting those with eating difficulties/disorders. Finally, I work privately with athletes to support their mental health. I'll always focus on your goals and what you would like to achieve from attending therapy.
I’m Ellie, I have a natural caring and empathetic nature with a genuine heartfelt desire to help people, like you, to overcome their struggles and the pain and stress they cause.
The impact of speaking to a professional like me, of being able to be completely honest and say “out loud” within a confidential and safe space, exactly how you really feel, cannot be underestimated. It helps us gain a better understanding of how we feel and see ourselves and explore what we need to move forward.
Available in Poynton and Bollington with Walk and Talk option
I’m Ellie, I have a natural caring and empathetic nature with a genuine heartfelt desire to help people, like you, to overcome their struggles and the pain and stress they cause.
The impact of speaking to a professional like me, of being able to be completely honest and say “out loud” within a confidential and safe space, exactly how you really feel, cannot be underestimated. It helps us gain a better understanding of how we feel and see ourselves and explore what we need to move forward.
Available in Poynton and Bollington with Walk and Talk option
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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.
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.
We are Leanne Alston and Sally Willan, experienced therapists trained in CBT, EMDR, couples therapy and sports psychology.
We specialise in practical, structured therapies that help you understand patterns and change what isn’t working. Together we explore triggers, habits and blind spots, building straightforward strategies to strengthen resilience, confidence and emotional balance. Sessions are calm, confidential and available in person or online to fit around work and life.
We are Leanne Alston and Sally Willan, experienced therapists trained in CBT, EMDR, couples therapy and sports psychology.
We specialise in practical, structured therapies that help you understand patterns and change what isn’t working. Together we explore triggers, habits and blind spots, building straightforward strategies to strengthen resilience, confidence and emotional balance. Sessions are calm, confidential and available in person or online to fit around work and life.
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.
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.
Award Winning Mental Performance Coach Specialising In Youth Sport
Proud to be developing and improving athletes from tier 1 Academies such as Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, as well as amateur and professional athletes in rugby, golf, tennis, athletics, swimming, boxing, ice hockey and triathlon.
Have you or your child suffered a dip in confidence and self-belief?
Struggling with pre-competition nerves or performance anxiety that is preventing you from performing at your best when it counts?
Is your child struggling with the mental demands that youth sport can bring?
Is your team struggling to fulfil its potential?
Award Winning Mental Performance Coach Specialising In Youth Sport
Proud to be developing and improving athletes from tier 1 Academies such as Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, as well as amateur and professional athletes in rugby, golf, tennis, athletics, swimming, boxing, ice hockey and triathlon.
Have you or your child suffered a dip in confidence and self-belief?
Struggling with pre-competition nerves or performance anxiety that is preventing you from performing at your best when it counts?
Is your child struggling with the mental demands that youth sport can bring?
Is your team struggling to fulfil its potential?
I have worked with diverse groups/individuals from a wide range of sports, sporting levels, demographics and age ranges and believe that sport psychology support is for everyone.
Sport psychology isn't one size fits all. In our initial call I will collaborate with you to understand why you are interested in sport psychology and the possible next steps.
I am experienced in supporting a range of issues including: competitive anxiety, purpose and meaning, sporting transitions, injury, motivation, confidence and sport/life balance.
I have worked with diverse groups/individuals from a wide range of sports, sporting levels, demographics and age ranges and believe that sport psychology support is for everyone.
Sport psychology isn't one size fits all. In our initial call I will collaborate with you to understand why you are interested in sport psychology and the possible next steps.
I am experienced in supporting a range of issues including: competitive anxiety, purpose and meaning, sporting transitions, injury, motivation, confidence and sport/life balance.
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.
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.
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.
I have worked as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS for over 20 years, and in independent practice for the past 8 years. I am interested in helping people identify their challenges, clarify their values and what matters to them, and take meaningful steps towards positive and lasting change.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, working towards your individual goals to ensure that therapy focuses on what truly matters to you.
It’s important to me that my practice is evidence-based and effective, I only agree to work with someone who I genuinely feel I can help.
I have worked as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in the NHS for over 20 years, and in independent practice for the past 8 years. I am interested in helping people identify their challenges, clarify their values and what matters to them, and take meaningful steps towards positive and lasting change.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, working towards your individual goals to ensure that therapy focuses on what truly matters to you.
It’s important to me that my practice is evidence-based and effective, I only agree to work with someone who I genuinely feel I can help.
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’ve supported premier league football clubs, the RFU, and RYA, and through the UK Sports Institute, Olympic athletes.
I help high performers balance career demands and personal life, building mental resilience and clarity. Using a confidential, research-informed approach, I guide you in understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. I support your growth with effective coping strategies and emotional regulation, fostering lasting change and enhancing mental fitness.
I’ve supported premier league football clubs, the RFU, and RYA, and through the UK Sports Institute, Olympic athletes.
I help high performers balance career demands and personal life, building mental resilience and clarity. Using a confidential, research-informed approach, I guide you in understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. I support your growth with effective coping strategies and emotional regulation, fostering lasting change and enhancing mental fitness.
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.
I'm Dr Alexandra Barnett, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience working in the NHS, private healthcare, and my own practice.
I work with adults, children and young people experiencing a wide range of mental health and emotional difficulties — including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, life transitions, trauma, women's health difficulties (postnatal depression, perimenopause and menopause), loneliness, burnout and perfectionism.
I'm Dr Alexandra Barnett, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience working in the NHS, private healthcare, and my own practice.
I work with adults, children and young people experiencing a wide range of mental health and emotional difficulties — including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, life transitions, trauma, women's health difficulties (postnatal depression, perimenopause and menopause), loneliness, burnout and perfectionism.
If you’re tired of looking capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious or self-critical on the inside, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving women carry old hurt, fear or shame while still showing up for everyone else. Therapy offers a steady, safe space to slow down and understand the parts of you that work so hard to keep everything together. As we explore these inner dynamics with compassion, you can begin to feel more supported, more grounded, and more connected to a calmer, confident Self. If this resonates, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
If you’re tired of looking capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious or self-critical on the inside, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving women carry old hurt, fear or shame while still showing up for everyone else. Therapy offers a steady, safe space to slow down and understand the parts of you that work so hard to keep everything together. As we explore these inner dynamics with compassion, you can begin to feel more supported, more grounded, and more connected to a calmer, confident Self. If this resonates, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
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Sports Performance Counsellors
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.