Helping You Navigate Life’s Rapids
Sports Performance Therapy
Sports performance therapy is designed to help athletes overcome the challenges they face in their sport and in life
You don’t have to do this alone
Who do we help?
Are you an athlete who is struggling to navigate the pressures sport places on you? Have you not been feeling like yourself or performing up to your usual standards?
Our therapists work with athletes over the age of 10 who are having a difficult time overcoming challenges that are unique to their sport.
Our therapists have lived experience as athletes and have worked with current athletes as coaches. They are prepared to help you feel your best while doing something you love.
How can we help?
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We can assist you manage performance anxiety by addressing underlying fears and negative thoughts. Techniques such as mindfulness, relaxation strategies, and cognitive restructuring help athletes manage stress and build confidence. This support promotes mental clarity and emotional resilience, enabling you to perform at your best under pressure.
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We can assist you in managing mental blocks by providing a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy can identify negative thought patterns, while goal-setting and visualization enhance focus. This support fosters resilience, boosts confidence, and improves overall mental well-being, ultimately enhancing performance.
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We can help you when you're struggling with perfectionism by fostering self-compassion and realistic goal-setting. We teach coping strategies to manage anxiety and challenge unrealistic standards. This support encourages a growth mindset, allowing you to embrace mistakes as part of the learning process, ultimately enhancing your performance and well-being.
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We can support eating disorders by addressing the underlying emotional and psychological issues. We provide a safe space to explore body image concerns and unhealthy behaviours. Through cognitive behavioural therapy techniques and nutritional guidance, athletes can develop healthier relationships with food, improve self-esteem, and enhance overall mental and physical health.
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We can aid you in overcoming injury by addressing emotional challenges such as frustration and loss of identity. We provide coping strategies, foster resilience, and promote a positive mindset during recovery. This support helps you navigate your rehabilitation process, encouraging goal-setting and mental well-being as you return to sport.
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We can help you manage your fear of failure by identifying and reframing negative thought patterns. We provide coping strategies, enhance self-confidence, and promote a growth mindset. This support will aim to empower you to embrace challenges, reduce anxiety, and focus on personal progress, ultimately enabling you to perform with greater freedom and assurance.
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We can help boost your confidence and self-esteem by helping you identify and challenge your negative beliefs. We teach positive self-talk and visualization techniques, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth. This guidance will aim to encourage you to celebrate your achievements, build resilience, and develop a more positive self-image, enhancing your overall performance.
“There is no shame in asking for help. It is not a sign of weakness.”
— Serena Williams