Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sports Psychology?

Sports Psychology studies behaviour and performance in sport, and provides practical techniques to deal with the mental and emotional aspects of sport.

What is Sports Hypnotherapy?

Sports Hypnotherapy uses hypnosis to enhance many sports psychology techniques. Together they help sportspeople deal with a variety of common mental problems in sport, including competition nerves, overcoming injury, increasing confidence, and improving focus and performance.

What sort of treatments do you use?

In most cases treatment will include a combination of hypnotherapy and practical sports psychology exercises related to your particular needs.

What sort of sports people do you work with?

Anyone is welcome! Whether you're at elite, pro or social level, or a senior or junior, you're bound to find sports psychology useful. Quite often there is a specific problem someone wants to deal with, and that's what we would focus on, but we would also always look at your whole mental training as a matter of course to ensure you're mentally ready for whatever challenges your sport might bring.

Can you help actors/musicians/singers/dancers and other performers?

Absolutely! The demands of the performing arts are similar to those experienced in sports, and performing artists can benefit from psychological training in the same way.

What is hypnosis like?

Hypnosis is simply a very deep state of relaxation. In this state you are less distracted by sounds and interferences around you, which can make the exercises we do in sports psychology more effective. You are always in control of what happens, and can come out of hypnosis whenever you want. Most people are quite surprised how aware they are of everything while hypnotised, and how different (but nice!) it is to what they’ve seen on TV and stage shows. Hypnosis is largely used to support other therapeutical techniques, and you may not even have hypnotherapy included in your treatment, though you are of course more than welcome to try it if you wish.

How many sessions will I need?

There is no fixed number of sessions. In most cases there will be at least two sessions, the first being an initial consultation designed to gather information about your problem, and to discuss a treatment plan with you, and the second being the first therapy session.

Are treatments confidential?

Yes, all information regarding your treatment is confidential. A Hypno-Psychotherapist registered with the National Register of Hypnotherapists and Psychotherapists (NRHP) is strictly regulated in respect of training, conduct and confidentiality.

When is the next Golf Workshop?

Workshops are held according to demand at various times during the year. If your golf club is interested in hosting a workshop, please get in touch to discuss it further, or just register your interest in a future workshop.

What areas do you cover?

Most sessions take place in the centre of Dartford in Kent, though most of the South East is covered. Sessions are available in Dartford or on-site at your sports club or other suitable venue (South East only - if your club is outside this area please get in touch).

How much does it cost?

The current fee is £45 per session, which is approximately an hour long. Additional fees may be charged for travel to sports clubs and other away meetings. Payment is by cheque or cash.

When can I make an appointment?

Appointments are available during the day or evenings at the centre in Dartford. It may also be possible to meet at your sports club or another suitable venue.

Get in touch now for more information or to make an appointment.

Links:

Hypnotherapy Sites:

The Centre for Sports Hypnosis - A centre of expertise in sports hypnosis consultancy, training and research.

Register for Evidence-Based Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy - Promoting evidence-based practice in hypno-psychotherapy.

HypnotherapistRegister.com - Information about hypnotherapy and practitioner listings.

Sports Therapy Sites:

Sports Massage - Stephen Watts, Sports & Remedial Massage therapist.

Kinesiology - HJB Kinesiology, Kinesiologist in Dartford, Kent.