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Presentation based on a presentation created by Dr. Jack Watson and Dr. Ed Etzel, West Virginia University for Division 47, Sport and Exercise Psychology American Psychological Association
Todays Path
What is Exercise and Sport Psychology (ESP)? A little bit of ESP history What are some of the roles of a ESP professional? Where do ESPs work? Why consult with an ESP? What are common services and interventions?
The study of behavioral factors that influence and are influenced by participation in sport, exercise and physical activity The application of the knowledge gained through this study to everyday settings (e.g., amateur and elite sport, fitness and wellness settings, sports medicine, athletics, counseling, performing arts, business) The study of how participation in sport, exercise and physical activity may enhance personal development, well-being and mental health over the life span
Teaching (Many teach college; others teach as part of consultations and outreach including workshops, coaching) Research (Some professional conduct research on topics such as anxiety, injury prevention, exercise adoption, retirement, coaching behaviors, athlete stress, recovery, mental health of athletes)
Practice (Many ESP professionals are in private practice. They work counseling centers, sports medicine, wellness settings and health clubs.) Often there is a mix of these activities.
There is no typical sport and exercise psychologist in this rapidly growing field
Private practice University and College counseling centers and athletic departments Sports medicine centers Elite sports academies
Why would clients seek the services of an exercise and sport psychology professional?
To improve or optimize performance to help make performance more effective To help overcome obstacles that prevent the reaching of potential To assist with adopting or maintaining an exercise program To facilitate efficient/healthy functioning of sport or other teams (team building, conflict)
Perform more consistently up to potential Set useful training & competition goals Prepare mentally and develop routines to better control thoughts & emotions Manage energy (psyching up and down)
More Issues
Increase/maintain confidence Handle training & competition stress Focus, attention, concentration, distraction Increase/maintain motivation Facilitate team cohesion/communication
What are some common ESP interventions that professionals use to help their clients?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy Self-talk Cognitive restructuring Refuting irrational thinking Thought stopping
More PE Interventions
Imagery and visualization Mental practice Attention control training Biofeedback
More PE Interventions
Transferable Life Skills Time management Goal setting Communication skills Self-Awareness
APA D47
http://www.apa.org/divisions/div47/
Welcome to Division 47, Exercise and Sport Psychology, founded in 1986. Division 47 represents an exciting and quickly developing specialization that cuts across psychology and the sport sciences. Through the Division, scientists and practitioners with a common interest have the opportunity to interact and to further their personal and professional capabilities.
TRACK I TEACHING/RESEARCH IN SPORT SCIENCES AND WORK WITH ATHLETES ON PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT Full or Part-time teaching area institutions (HS, college, university, sports med) Part-time consulting
TRACK II TEACHING/RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY AND ALSO INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH ATHLETES Full or Part-time teaching area institutions (HS, college, university, sports med) Part-time consulting
TRACK III PROVIDE CLINICAL or COUNSELING or PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT SERVICES TO VARIOUS POPULATIONS, INCLUDING ATHLETES Private practice University counseling centers & athletic departments Sports medicine clinics
TRACK IV HEALTH PROMOTION & WORK WITH ATHLETES BUT NOT NECESSARILY DIRECTLY IN SPORT PSYCHOLOGY Health clubs Health organizations Community organizations
Earn an undergraduate degree, preferably in clinical/counseling psychology with coursework in the sport sciences. Earn a graduate degree, ultimately a doctorate. Examine the Division 47 Proficiency in Sport Psychology to identify prerequisite skills and knowledge Join professional organizations as a student, especially Division 47. Attend sport psychology conferences and read sport psychology journals. Get some research experience. Get competitive experience at some level.