Being a Sport Psychologist

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 takes you on a journey from being to doing in a voyage of discovery.' - Professor Mark B. Andersen, Halmstad University, Sweden 'This book has what it takes to shape the field of sport psychology in very positive ways.' - Associate Professor Zella Moore, Manhattan College, USA 'It uniquely offers something to both the experienced and neophyte practitioner.' - Dr Moira Lafferty, University of Chester, UK 'The model takes you through all of the important processes and decisions that come with being a professional and ethical sport psychologist.' - Dr Chris Harwood, Loughborough University, UK 'This text provides a useful insight into the world of a sport psychology consultant. Keegan embraces the issues of ethics, morality and philosophical stance that creates a deeper level of awareness within the reader.' - Dr John Mathers, University of Stirling, UK (for BASES magazine)

• 1. Introduction and Overview2. Ethical Considerations: Protecting the client, yourself and your profession3. Philosophical Assumptions: The aims, the landscape, and the strategy4. The Intake Process: Establishing a relationship, aims, expectations, and boundaries5. Needs Analysis: Establishing needs, skills, demands and goals6. Case Formulation: Creating a working model7. Choosing a Support Strategy: Case formulations, evidence and professional judgement8. Planning the Support Programme9. Delivery and Monitoring (... and Knowing When You're Finished)10. Quality Assurance Processes: Recording, reflecting and supervision.