“Competition is won in the mind.”

Competing Mind offers sport and performance psychology services to athletes and performers across all disciplines and domains.

It is our philosophy that the difference between success and failure lies in the space between your two ears. This mental aspect is often the key to regaining your competitive edge and unlocking your peak performance. Competing Mind works with performers to ensure everyone can reach the full limits of their potential through mental skills training. Below you can explore more about how we tailor our support to help you achieve your best results.

 
 

Our People

Eric Hanley

Sport & Performance Psychologist

Eric Hanley is a sport & performance psychologist and the creator of Competing Mind. Eric has just completed his MSc in Performance Psychology from the University of Edinburgh and is beginning to apply this knowledge to help others achieve their goals. He’s a strong believer that we are in control of our own successes, especially through developing our mental skills. Eric has a strong passion for sport and dedicates much of this own time to improving his golf game. Eric is eager to work with ambitious people from all disciplines who are looking to reach their goals, so do get in touch and be sure to take the next steps on your journey today.

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”

Support Available

  • Individuals

    When a player is faced with the most important shot of their game, the impact of psychological factors on the shot outcome simply cannot be understated. As a result, Competing Mind works with players of all skill levels to equip them with the required tools and techniques to leave them ready for the challenge.

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  • Teams

    When looking to achieve combined successes, the impact of psychological factors on triumph and failure is multiplied. As a result, Competing Mind works with teams of all shapes and sizes to improve their overall efforts and outputs, with a particular focus on the individuals and their interactions within the team.

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  • Coaches

    The effectiveness of your coaching is dependent upon the environment you create and the relationships you forge. Competing Mind will work with you to enhance your understanding and application of the relevant psychological principles, helping you to improve your own coaching and get the best out of your performers.

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Follow the Journey

To keep up to date with all the progress made here at Competing Mind, be sure to visit and follow each of our social pages.

Instagram & Facebook

Instagram and Facebook will keep you updated regularly on Competing Mind’s progress and services.

 
ATTENTION PERFORMERS!!! I am delighted to announce that from today our new website is officially up and running. Given that my own playing, professional, and research experiences revolve around the game of golf, you'll notice that the examples on th
Story Time: As most of you are aware, three years ago I had a bad accident ice skating and broke my nose - those who know me better know the complications of that fall went well beyond just my nose. If I'm honest that fall and it's complications left
I'd say it's about time I introduced myself. My name is Eric Hanley and I am the creator of Competing Mind. From an early age I have been interested in the mental side of performances. I was first introduced to the works of Dr Bob Rotella over 10
Hello world! Welcome to the start of Competing Mind’s journey, beginning with a little introduction of what it's all about. The aim here at Competing Mind is to help competitors, performers, and teams of all levels achieve their potential. Th
 

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