Book Experts
We understand that reading and watching videos might not be enough for you...
That's why we've teamed up with leading experts to ensure you get the support you need.
Meet our team of professionals and see how they can help you become the person and athlete you've always dreamt of being.
*Disclaimer: Experts are working independently from The Athlete Place. Prices may vary.
Any concerns relating to support offered by experts should be taken up with them.
Psychology
Kara-Aretha Graham
PhD, CPsychol, FHEA, PG Cert
My Name is Kara-Aretha Graham and I am a Performance Psychologist.
Focusing on the whole person and as a unique individual, I have years of experience as a student, athlete, coach and performance psychologist. My main areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Motivation, Goal Setting, Confidence and the Female Student-Athletes.
The female student athlete experience is unique. The increase of female student athlete suicides has increased. High levels of anxiety, increased expectations both academically and athletically can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed.
Hit the button below and we can set up a free introductory call to see if I'm right for you!
Richard Abell
MBACP (Reg), MA, PG Cert
I'm Richard. A Performance Coach Who Helps Individuals Achieve Their Goals, Grow, Focus and so Much More.
So why am I different to any other coaches you may find in your search? Ten years as a psychotherapist working with clients from all walks of life, latterly specialising in the highly pressurised world of professional sport (premier league football, international and first class cricket, horse racing and more) allows me to bring a different skill set to coaching.
My goal is to help a client to achieve self-actualisation; to get closer to their best self. I firmly believe that in any therapeutic and coaching dynamic the quality of the relationship is key.
Please use the button below to book a free ‘chemistry test’ call to determine our suitability to work together.
Rebecca Hickman
BSc, MSc, GMBPsS (Trainee Sport and Exercise Psychologist)*
Hi, I’m Becca and I am a self-confessed sports lover and a Sport and Exercise Psychologist who helps athletes achieve their dreams and goals!
I am a caring and empathetic psychologist who has experience working in a diverse range of sport and education settings. I am passionate about supporting athletes in developing their psychological strengths and providing frameworks to allow them to thrive in their environments. Having worked with many elite athletes and teams, many of whom are students, I understand the unique challenges you face daily. I believe in working collaboratively with athletes and creating a safe space to work
within.
If you want to know more, please enquire below for a free discovery call!
Ellie Threlkeld
BSc, MSc, Trainee Sports Psychologist (Stage 2 QSEP)
Hi! I'm Ellie and I Am a Professional Cricketer and Sports Psych in Training.
As a current professional athlete, I offer a unique perspective and understanding of the mental side of sport and am passionate about helping people to achieve their goals. Following my MSc in Sports Psychology, I am currently undergoing supervised applied practice as part of my Stage 2 Qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology (QSEP) with the BPS, I'd love to help you navigate your journey!
Thomas Miller
BSc, MSc, Trainee Sports Psychologist (Stage 2 QSEP)
I'm Thomas, a former track and field athlete, sport psychologist in training, and researcher in disability sport and mental health!
As a former international athlete, I understand the highs and lows of navigating a career in sport and the psychological demands this brings - whether it be performance anxiety or coping with the reality of injuries. Please feel free to reach out to see if working together is right for you. Thomas is currently under supervised practice as part of Stage 2 qualification in Sport and Exercise Psychology (QSEP) with the BPS.
Nutrition
Abi Woodliffe-Thomas
BSc, MSc, SENR
Hey, I'm Abi and I'm a Performance Nutritionist Currently Working at Tottenham Hotspur FC.
As a former international gymnast, I've worked with athletes across a number of sports, such as football, cricket, running, ultra running and more.
My approach goes beyond conventional nutrition, instead adopting an individualised approach for the athletes training, goals and environment – I skillfully employs my education to fuel your performance and training.
Sleep
Sandy Wilson
BSc, MSc, PhD
Hi Everyone, I'm Sandy and I Help Student-Athletes Improve Their Sleep Performance and Habits.
I am a sports scientist who specialises in sleep and its relationship with recovery, performance, and well-being. I primarily work with student-athletes, whilst completing my PhD exploring sleep behaviour change in student-athletes.
I help student-athletes with sleep hygiene strategies, sleep for training and competition, sleep tracker measurement/interpretation and more.
If you're in need of some sleep support, hit the button below and reach out!
Female Athletes
Emma Quinn
BSc, MSc, PhD (ongoing)
Hello! My name is Emma and I’m a doctoral researcher in menstruation.
Following my experiences of battling difficult menstruation and the performance expectations of competitive sport, I developed an interest in the topic of menstruation in sport. During my BSc and MSc in sport psychology I researched athletes’ experiences of menstruating in the culture of elite sport, and IDT practitioners’ experiences of menstrual support provision.
Alongside my PhD that focuses on menstruation, mental health, and stigma, I work with support staff and athletes to improve awareness and understanding of the menstrual cycle and develop discussions about menstrual support in sport.
If you’ve had difficult experiences of menstruation in sport, want to learn more, or have any questions please reach out and we can start a conversation.
United Kingdom