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About Me
With over a decade of experience in elite performance environments, I provide evidence-based psychological support to help athletes and high-performers navigate the pressures of professional sport. As a Chartered Psychologist (BPS) and HCPC Registered Practitioner, my approach combines rigorous academic grounding with practical, "front-foot" strategies.

I currently serve as the Lead Academy Psychologist for Harlequins Rugby Football Club and the lead pathway psychologist at Surrey County Cricket Club, where I oversee the psycho-social development of some of the country's most talented athletes. My portfolio also includes:

  • Providing psychological support to Olympic Athletes, particular in sailing based on the south coast of England. 

  • Professional Football, Rugby, and Cricket.

  • I am a long-standing Sport Psychologist for the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS), delivering 1-1 consultations and workshops to Sport England’s emerging talent.

 

 

My Approach

In high-stakes sports, it’s easy to feel like you’re only valued for your stats, your score, or your last performance. But treating yourself like a machine is a fast track to burnout, anxiety, and plateaus.

My practice is built on an integrative-humanistic approach. In plain terms, that means two things for your development:

  • Humanistic (Person-First): I don’t just see you as an athlete who needs to execute a skill; I see you as a whole person. True peak performance is built on a foundation of mental well-being, self-belief, and internal resilience. When you are thriving as an individual, your performance on the field, court, or track naturally elevates.

  • Integrative (Tailored to You): No two athletes are wired the same way. What triggers focus in one person might cause another to freeze. Instead of forcing you into a rigid, cookie-cutter program, I blend different evidence-based strategies to build a custom mental toolkit that matches your unique personality, your sport, and your specific competitive blocks.

I firmly believe that peak performance is built on a foundation of effective strategies and evidence-based practice. To give you the most versatile, high-impact support possible, my practice integrates advanced certifications in several specialised psychological and coaching frameworks:

Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)

Solution-Focused Practice

Single-Session Therapy

Spotlight Profiling

By blending deep psychological care with cutting-edge performance strategies, we won't just unlock your next competitive level—we’ll make sure you have the resilience to stay there.

 

Why Choose a Practitioner Psychologist?

Working with an HCPC registered professional ensures you are receiving a standard of care that is regulated, ethical, and backed by the highest level of qualification in the UK.

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