Clients often ask if I am an expert in their sport. This is an understandable question. I answer honestly, that almost inevitably, I'm not. However, I am an expert in sports psychology - on assessing the situation brought to me to identify when a difficulty occurs, and when it doesn't - though we might expect it to, look at what happens (the good and bad), understand the impact it has on the person, what the person has already tried or thought would help. I do much more, but this should give you an idea of what happens before any suggestions are made. It's not as simple as problem 'A' means that the solution is always 'X' - whatever the situation or person.

Despite not being an expert in most sports, I always meet with one - YOU! You bring the problem and together we discuss the situation.

In fact, clients (individuals and groups) have commented that it is refreshing to get a perspective outside their own sport because they get suggestions other than those that are popular within that particular sport.

If you want to get more of a flavour of how I've worked with people from a range of sports, please take a look at my testimonials page.

What next?

Do you have a performance question? Then why not take advantage of the straight-forward £10 email Q&A offer. Email your question and get an answer.

Go to the free psychological tips page which will help you to:

1. Boost motivation
2. Increase confidence
3. Manage nerves
4. Develop powerful imagery and visualisation skills
5. Develop better concentration
6. Set better goals

Go to the books and links page where you'll find my review of some books, if you want to follow the do-it-yourself approach.

Read about the different help I offer:

• CDs to manage sports stress
• Telephone or face-to-face consultations in London

I have an insight into the psychological demands of sport as I still compete in triathlons - both nationally and internationally. Read more here.

As a qualified Clinical Psychologist I've in-depth consulting skills to assess, develop individualised programmes, communicate the programme and evaluate it's effectiveness. Read more about the clinical advantage.

Effective · Tailor-made · Professional

Dr Victor Thompson

Help@SportsPsychologist.co.uk