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Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology ( CSSEP ), jointly published by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and Human Kinetics, is an online, peer-reviewed journal and searchable library focused on providing practitioners, students, and instructors with case studies showing different approaches (strategies) and methods (tactics) relevant to sport and exercise psychology applied research and consultation, covering a wide variety of issues and topics that arise in the profession from around the world.

CSSEP is a forum for scientifically driven case studies, broadly defined. The journal is open to the use of diverse practical and methodological approaches, derived from the international community. Manuscripts considered for publication in CSSEP will present approaches and results from high quality empirical research and/ or systematic interventions. Each case study must demonstrate practical and academic rigour that goes beyond description of processes to interpretive qualities and relevance outside of a single context.

This unique collection of case studies is continually updated online and covers important emerging and established areas of sport and exercise psychology. Case studies will begin with reflections on the context and the key agents involved, with special attention paid to the author(s), their approach to practice, their philosophy, and a brief outline of the experiences that have helped to shape and evolve their particular approach (strategies). Then, once explaining, in detail, the case itself and the focal interventions (tactics) and outcomes, there will be a strong focus on reflection. The authors will be required to reflect on their experience, the effectiveness of their approach, things they would do differently, and major lessons learnt.

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Volume 8 (2024): Issue 1 (Jan 2024)

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A Case Study of a Senior High-Performance Leader Managing Psychological Effects During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Using an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Approach to Overcome Distractive Overthinking With a High School Baseball Player

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The Dad and the Lad: Who Is My Client?

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Life as a Sport Psych Nomad: Thierry Middleton in Conversation With Shameema Yousuf on Advocating for Change as a Sport Psychologist

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“Don’t Just Speak About It, Be About It”: Rebecca Busanich in Conversation With Shannon Baird on Choosing the Principled Path as a Practitioner

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Nichola Kentzer in Conversation With Göran Kenttä: Recipient of the 2022 Association for Applied Sport Psychology Distinguished Professional Practice Award

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Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Develop Self-Confidence in a Neurodivergent Athlete

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“But I Am a Runner”: Trying to Be a Rogerian Person-Centered Practitioner With an Injured Athlete

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Case study – supporting a rugby player to overcome self-doubt.

Case Study – Supporting a Rugby Player to Overcome Self-Doubt This example represents a challenge many rugby players experience The Client: A 16 year old rugby player who has been part of a variety of programmes at Southern England based Premiership Rugby Academies. The Challenge: The client was an exciting winger, who displayed excellent handling …

Case Study – Supporting a Professional Motor Cyclist Overcome Injury and Regain Confidence

Motor Sports Psychology Tips: Case Study – Supporting a Professional Motor Cyclist Overcome Injury and Regain Confidence Gaining control of a stressful situation  The Client: A 28 year old highly driven, professional motor cyclist based in the South of England who had been involved in the sport since he was 17 years old. The Challenge: …

Case Study – Supporting a Batsman to Score More Runs

Cricket Psychology Tips: Case Study – Supporting a Batsman to Score More Runs Slumps in form when you can’t buy a run can trouble many cricketers The Client: A talented 18 year old cricketer, we’ll call him Josh (pseudonym), who was involved in his local county team, knocking on the door of the first team …

Case Study: How to Cope with Performance Anxiety in Gymnastics

Case Study: How to Cope with Performance Anxiety in Gymnastics Dealing with nerves when competing is a common challenge that we support gymnasts with. The Client: Ellie was 8 years old and a very promising gymnast.  She was on the elite pathway, training 20 to 24 hours per week.  She was a very determined character …

Case Study: Supporting a Young Footballer to Overcome His Fears

Soccer Psychology Tips: Case Study -Supporting a Young Footballer to Overcome His Fears This example represents a very common challenge we help solve The Client: A 12 year old footballer who has taken part in a series of unsuccessful trials at professional football academies. The Challenge: The client was a talented attacking player, who was …

Case Study – Supporting a Professional Rugby Player Rehabilitating from Injury

Sports Psychology Case Study – Supporting a Professional Rugby Player Rehabilitating from Injury Emotional support at this time is a huge benefit The Client: A 20 year old very competitive, professional rugby player (for the purpose of this article, we’ll call him Jack) based in North West England who had been involved in the sport …

Case Study – Supporting a Professional Golfer Go Really Low

Golf Psychology Tips: Case Study – Supporting a Professional Golfer Go Really Low Many golfers can become uncomfortable when they look set for a good finish or score The Client: A 24 year old talented professional golfer based in Northern England who had played golf since he was 9 years old.  The Challenge: The client …

Case Study: Developing A Fearless Approach With A Professional Footballer

Football Psychology Tips: Case Study: Developing A Fearless Approach With A Professional Footballer Fear is very common in professional sport and can be overcome The Client: A centre forward who had played professional football for 5 years The Challenge: The client had played with his existing club for 12 months.  The first six months he …

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How to have effortless speed in races.

New this week, I’m introducing a video series called “Mindset for Sports: Case Studies in Sports Psychology.”

In this sports psychology case study series, you’ll learn about the challenges and mental training solutions of real life athletes I’ve worked with to improve their mental game (the names have been changed for privacy).

In my first case study, you’ll learn about a club swimmer named John. John is a 15-year-old who wants to qualify for a national championship.

John’s biggest challenge was not performing in meets as well as he was capable of in practice. In other words, his race times were slower than his practice times.

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Case Studies In Sports Psychology

Do you have bizarre pregame superstitions – video.

Superstitions In Sports Do you have to wear the same lucky jersey or shirt every game? Do you have to eat a certain meal before you perform? Many athletes have superstitions they must adhere to–as if their performance would crumble without them… Superstitions in sports are based only on past luck. If something worked in the past before … Sport Psychology Article…

Athletes Who Focus on Avoiding Mistakes

Sports Psychology Case Study Do you or your athletes focus too much on avoiding mistakes? This happens a lot with athletes who have a fear of failure… You might think that trying to avoid mistakes or have a mistake-free game is the way to go, but it backfires for most athletes. When you try to avoid mistakes, you:1. … Sport Psychology Article…

Case Studies In Sports Psychology – Video

How To Have Effortless Speed in Races New this week, I’m introducing a video series called “Mindset for Sports: Case Studies in Sports Psychology.” In this sports psychology case study series, you’ll learn about the challenges and mental training solutions of real life athletes I’ve worked with to improve their mental game (the names have been changed for … Sport Psychology Article…

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