The Role of a Sport Psychologist

The role of a qualified and registered sport psychologist can vary widely and include:

  • Personality profiling,
  • Assessing strengths and weaknesses in current mental approaches of individuals in the goal of refinement for optimal performance,
  • Helping key stakeholders such as managers and coaches promote an optimal environment for maximum team enjoyment,
  • Stress management,
  • Weight and health management,
  • Assisting with life management strategies,
  • Teaching mental skills such as imagery and competition planning,
  • Offering individual consultations, as well as facilitating interactive workshops, and
  • General counselling