Why do athletes struggle with mental health?

Whatever you're experiencing right now, it's valid. Seeking information and support is a positive step, and there are people who can help. You might be unsure whether counselling is right for you—and that's okay. Many counsellors offer initial conversations to help you understand whether their approach could help. The counsellors featured here have experience with support. Read their profiles to learn about their background and how they work with clients.

Counsellors who may be able to help

Professional Counsellor

Cornwall

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Hi my name's Kieran and I provide a safe, supportive space for men to explore the challenges that often go unspoken—whether in relationships, anger problems,…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with adhd, anger management and more
Offers online and in-person sessions
Based in Cornwall (+3 areas)

Works with:Sex addictionSocial anxietyCareer counsellingYoung people's counsellingPassive-aggressive behaviourHealth anxiety

Counsellor Therapist

West Sussex

Online & In-personGoogle MeetMicrosoft TeamsPhone

Life can become overwhelming — anxiety, stress, trauma, or long-standing patterns that leave you feeling stuck. I work alongside adults who feel lost,…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with addiction, adhd and more
Offers online and in-person sessions
Has 3 client testimonials

Works with:AnxietyFamily issuesOlder people's counsellingADHDDepressionBoarding school syndrome

Professional Counsellor

Berkshire

Online & In-personGoogle Meet

I would like to offer you safe and confidential “walk and talk” sessions in Bracknell if that's near enough to where you are based and also if you are…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with abuse, adhd and more
Offers online and in-person sessions
Has 3 client testimonials

Works with:Affairs and betrayalsRace and racial identityAvoidant personality disorderFamily issuesLow self-confidenceAsperger's syndrome

Counsellor Therapist

Hertfordshire

In-person

Hello, I'm Reena — a British-born South Asian woman with deep roots tracing from India to Africa, now living in London. Over the years, my journey has been…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with anxiety, asperger's syndrome and more
Offers in-person sessions
Has 6 client testimonials

Works with:BullyingLow self-confidenceLearning difficultiesFamily issuesBurnoutLow self-esteem

Counsellor Therapist

Antrim

Online & In-personMicrosoft Teams

Do you feel weighed down by anxiety or life’s demands? I’m Rachel, an integrative counsellor. In a calm, supportive space, we’ll work together to ease the…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with anxiety
Offers online and in-person sessions
Has 2 client testimonials

Works with:Anxiety

Counsellor Therapist

Buckinghamshire

Online & In-personWhereby

I recognise that it can be difficult to talk about personal matters, particularly with someone new. My approach is straightforward and respectful, aimed at…

Why this counsellor may help

Works with anger management, anxiety and more
Offers online and in-person sessions
Has client testimonial

Works with:Work-related stressYoung people's counsellingFeeling sadBullyingJealousyLow self-esteem

Experiences that may feel familiar

I used to have anxiety and panic attacks due to a medical issue with a collapsed lung. I couldn't function on occasion. Tony relieved the symptoms & gave me the ability to cope going forward

Massive anxiety with my health after being diagnosed with having cancer. The calm and reassuring sessions with Tony helped me through a tough time

I struggled for years from emotional & physical abuse. My symptoms and anxiety around the experience was negated after a few of Tonys incredible sessions

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Why do athletes struggle with mental health?