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WE SPECIALISE IN PSYCHOLOGY SUPPORT
We offer a range of flexible support services, which can be tailored to any environment. Our approach is person focused which means we put you (client) first, to fully understand your environment and your needs. This helps us create the most effective support programme for you.
SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
SPARK PERFORMANCE - LYLE KIRKHAM
Specialising in golf psychology, Lyle is involved with a number of UK universities, colleges, and individual platers. As well as helping amateur golfers he has experience developing many tour professionals. His support includes:
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Dealing with nerves and anxiety.
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Improving confidence.
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Staying focused for longer.
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Dealing with setbacks.
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Managing expectations.
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Goal setting.
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Breathing techniques.
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Mindfulness.
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Imagery / self-talk.
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Pre-Shot routines.
QUALIFICATIONS
SPARK PERFORMANCE - LYLE KIRKHAM
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BSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
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MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
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BASES Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR)
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Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) Adult and Youth
Awards:
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2020 Albert Ellis award for research
ABOUT LYLE
Sport has always been a massive part of my life, my earliest memories as a child were always in a sporting context. From playing on the local field to competing in competitions I have always enjoyed the challenges that sport brings.
It was at the age of 17 whereby I got to experience psychology for the first time, and I have been fascinated ever since. At university I decided to combine my passion for sport with my interest in psychology and human behaviour. From there my motivation has only grown become more specialised.
As a Sport Psychologist in Training, I can provide the psychological support to teams and individuals across the UK and Worldwide.
I am privileged to have formed some fantastic partnerships with establishments such as Loughborough College, Staffordshire University, 3-Hammer Golf Complex and many more, as well as numerous individual clients in a variety of different sports. However, a lot of my work has been with Golfers from keen amateurs to touring professionals.
Psychology is for everyone and anyone who wants to improve and understand their mindset.
HOW CAN WE HELP?
One to one sessions
These can be conducted by in person and online via zoom/ facetime. The aim of these sessions are to build an understanding of your environment and understand how best I can support you. These sessions last around an hour.
Group workshops/ webinars
This is a good option for teams as it allows me to deliver the support to numerous individuals. Each workshop is carefully designed in line with your specific needs and wants from the support service. Groups can vary in size from 2-100 and can vary in duration length.
How can we help?
The game of golf takes on average 4 hours, however we are only playing for around 1 hour. This leaves 3 hours whereby we are not actually playing golf but instead we are probably thinking about it. Not all our thoughts are positive or helpful and my job is to help you explore and understand your thoughts in more detail and give you appropriate coping strategies and techniques to help you perform better on the golf course.
Here are some of the ways in which I can support you:
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Dealing with nerves and anxiety (1st tee or in big competitions)
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Improving Confidence (overall game or specific areas)
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Staying focused for longer
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Dealing with setbacks
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Managing expectations
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Goal setting and how to set them
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Breathing techniques
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Mindfulness
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Imagery/self-talk
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Pre-shot routines
And much more, because every individual is different it is difficult to condense the support I offer into a few areas. Not one client is the same therefore, there is not one technique that works for all. Through psychology you will learn to develop hybrid techniques which draw upon a variety of skills all of which are tailored to your needs. Please see below some testimonials of previous clients within golf.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
I personally really struggled to accept not achieving what I wanted to in my playing career. Lyle has helped give me a new perspective on the game of golf and life. He has given me more than. He has helped me to become a better golfer but encouraged me to be a better human being and impacting the world around me more.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
Before starting with Lyle, I really struggled to replicate my ability to putt in practise compared to matches or competitions and it was becoming increasingly frustrating. Lyle helped me gain a better understanding of what happens under pressure and how to manage this better. As a result, we developed a consistent pre-shot routine and quiet eye training to focus my attention on the relevant parts of my putt and more importantly what I can control, this has had a massive influence in not only my performances but also my enjoyment.