Applying Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Approaches in Sport

Martin J. Turner, PhD (CPsychol., HCPC Reg.) is a Sport and Exercise Psychologist at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. His main expertise are within stress and emotion management. He has worked with sporting organisations such as the FA and ECB, and is currently the psychologist for Scarlets Rugby. Martin is an award-winning researcher and teacher, and is most known for his work applying Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) within achievement settings, and studying the effects of stress and adversity on well-being and performance.

Marc V. Jones, PhD (CPsychol., HCPC Reg.) is a Professor of Psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. His work is focused on understanding the impact of stress on health, well-being and performance and effective leader-follower interactions. The protocols, and approach that Marc and colleagues have developed for the assessment and training of stress responses, and enhancing performance, have been utilised by professional athletes and sports teams along with business and education sectors.

Andrew G. Wood, PhD (CPsychol., HCPC Reg.) is a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. His main expertise is within the scientific understanding of stress and emotion, and the application of psychotherapies in high performance settings to develop psychological well-being. Andrew's most notable role was as the Lead Sport psychologist for the England B1 (Blind) Football Team.