Being a Sport Psychologist - by Richard Keegan (Paperback)

About the Book

"In this approachable and accessible guide, Richard Keegan explores and illustrates the key roles that effective sport psychologists perform. With a wealth of practical advice, real-world examples, engaging anecdotes, and an integrated case study, this is the best possible resource for anyone interested in a career in sport psychology"--

Book Synopsis

What makes a great sport psychologist? Is there an ideal style or approach? What do you need to consider when working with a client?

In this practical guide, Richard Keegan presents a user-friendly model of the sport psychologist's consulting processes and offers a framework for understanding best practice. Whether you are a trainee or a qualified sport psychologist, this book will help you to deliver a consistent, transparent, effective and ethical service at all levels of sport.

Being a Sport Psychologist:
- Provides a clear and coherent model which accommodates different styles, philosophies and experience levels;
- Contains worksheets to help you record, evaluate, understand and reflect;
- Offers a range of useful case studies and examples;
- Is the first book to describe the process of being a sport psychologist from beginning to end.

About the Author

Richard Keegan is Assistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Canberra, Australia. He is a registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist and also supervises trainees. He was previously Director of Teaching and Learning in the School of Sport Sciences, University of Lincoln, UK.
Richard Keegan is Assistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Canberra, Australia. He is a registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist and also supervises trainees. He was previously Director of Teaching and Learning in the School of Sport Sciences, University of Lincoln, UK.