The Sporty Counsellor & Therapist

18/12/2025

Raymond van Barneveld shares vulnerability as he speaks about how his upbringing affects how he is in the present day.

Watch the five time World Darts Champion in this interview

https://www.gbnews.com/sport/darts/raymond-van-barneveld-childhood-darts

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

The darts star has opened up on his confidence struggles

16/12/2025

"My body and my mental health have told me it’s time - and I’ve learned how important it is to listen to that"

Tour de France rider, Jonas Gregaard, explains why he's retiring from the sport.

https://www.cyclingweekly.com/racing/my-body-and-mental-health-have-told-me-its-time-lotto-rider-joins-the-list-of-young-retirees-from-top-level-bike-racing

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

Jonas Gregaard is 29 and hangs up his wheels at the end of the year

15/12/2025

Chloe Kelly, England footballer, speaks in this podcast about her struggles with anxiety and panic attacks plus how therapy has helped her.

Watch a clip from the podcast

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSRplQJDUEH/?igsh=eHlua3RtMXRsMjBs

14/12/2025

"I spoke with a mental health therapist sometimes five times a week"

Tottenham Hotspur footballer speaks about trauma and depression after burglaries and injuries.

Watch the video here : https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/37625943/yves-bissouma-hippy-crack-terrifying-burglaries/?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=sunfootballfacebook&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwQ0xDSwOrYk5jbGNrA6tWrmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHhGJAqj6oq-qyIPokrze04HaMNHSDxS6UQ_op3imMW6BhBqofBGDDzzqQaAR_aem_R7ibPqhbqahWHPWK4EzNEQ

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon -

www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

PREMIER League ace Yves Bissouma has told how he took hippy crack in the wake of a series of terrifying burglaries which cost him £1million. Tottenham Hotspur’s £40million star was pictured last we…

11/12/2025

"It's almost like a feeling of dread - that something bad is going to happen." GB Tennis player Joe Salisbury speaks about his difficulties with anxiety and his decision to take a break from the sport.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/articles/ce9dk3pg0rxo

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

Joe Salisbury has experienced the highs of winning Grand Slams and reaching number one in the world. This season he has struggled with anxiety, he tells BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller.

08/12/2025

Snooker champ Mark Selby spoke about his battle with depression, having previously spoken about seeking professional help to cope with anxiety.

https://www.tntsports.co.uk/snooker/champion-of-champions/2025-2026/mark-selby-neil-robertson-judd-trump-mental-health-good-days-bad-days-depression_sto23241488/story.shtml

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

Mark Selby continues to experience "good days and bad days" as he spoke openly about his mental health issues after reaching the Champion of Champions final.

04/12/2025

"Two years of horror. I was ashamed to talk about it for a long time... Insomnia. Depression. Fear of the future."

Tomas Soucek, Premier League footballer speaking about his mental health.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/premier-league-soucek-mental-health-36221056

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek has shown admirable strength to open up on his fight against insomnia and depression during his new autobiography 'Suk'

29/11/2025

Great work Gents. Thank you.

27/11/2025

Cricket World Cup winner has spoken about anxiety and her mental health. Jemimah Rodrigues:

This article also includes 12 useful tips for coping with anxiety.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/health/jemimah-rodrigues-gets-honest-about-anxiety-battle-after-world-cup-win-vs-australia-12-tips-to-manage-anxiety-naturally-101761898552896.html

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues opened up about her struggles with anxiety, showing us that even the strongest athletes can face mental health challenges.

25/11/2025

Yes, if you're a guy, you can cry. It will help bring release and relief.

Real men cry 💪

24/11/2025

Thank you to Olly Murs speaking about men's mental health this morning

24/11/2025

Watch Gloucestershire Cricket captain speak about his counselling and about mental health in the sport. James Bracey:

https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2025-11-04/cricketer-james-bracey-on-the-importance-of-mental-health-support-for-players

If you'd like your own professional support, contact Simon - www.findclaritycounselling.co.uk