Mental performance that works under pressure

Most of the people I work with are doing “fine” on paper. Training is solid. Ability is there. The problem shows up under pressure.

That might look like:

  • confidence dropping after one mistake
  • overthinking before or during competition
  • struggling to reset after errors
  • performing well in practice but not in matches or events

My work focuses on how your mind behaves in those moments and how to train it to respond differently.

I work locally across East Yorkshire, including Beverley, Hull and Driffield.

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How Can Sports Psychology Help You?

✔ Enhance Focus & Concentration – Stay locked in under pressure and make better decisions.
✔ Boost Confidence – Eliminate self-doubt and perform at your best when it matters most.
✔ Master Mental Toughness – Overcome setbacks, failures, and performance slumps.
✔ Recover from Injuries Faster – Maintain mental resilience during rehab and come back stronger.
✔ Develop a Champion’s Mindset – Build discipline, consistency, and peak-level thinking.

Sports psychology isn’t just about fixing problems—it’s about elevating your game and unlocking your full potential.

Frequently asked questions

Is this therapy or coaching?

This is performance-focused psychological coaching using evidence-based methods.

Do you work with young athletes?


Yes. Sessions are adapted to age, sport and level of competition.

Do you cover Beverley, Hull and Driffield?


Yes. I work locally across East Yorkshire.

Who is Sports Psychology For?

This service is suited to:

  • youth and adult athletes
  • performers and competitive individuals
  • people who feel pressure more than others
  • those who want structure, tools and results

Discover our specialist Youth Sports Psychology & Mindset Coaching for ages 9–16 in Hull,

designed to help the next generation thrive both on and off the field.

How Sessions Work

Sessions are structured and tailored to the demands of your sport or performance environment. Depending on the individual, this may include:

  • identifying unhelpful thought patterns under pressure
  • reframing beliefs that knock confidence
  • improving self-talk during performance
  • confidence and best-performance imagery
  • pre-performance routines
  • mistake recovery and reset strategies
  • optional performance hypnosis to improve focus and calm

The aim is simple: perform closer to your true ability, more consistently.

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Neil Sunley hypnotherapist and sports psychology consultant near Beverley and Driffield

Neil Sunley | Sports Psychology Consultant & Hypnotherapist

Struggling with performance anxiety, mental blocks, or inconsistency? As a Sports Psychology Consultant, I specialize in evidence-based mental coaching that helps athletes develop focus, confidence, and resilience—allowing them to perform at their peak when it matters most.

With over 25 years of experience in sports coaching, psychology, hypnotherapy and CBT, I have worked with elite junior rugby players, professional cricketers, and even competitive chess players—helping them sharpen their mental edge, overcome self-doubt, and thrive under pressure.

✔ Certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy
✔ MSc University studies in Sport Psychology, CBT & ACT
✔ Worked with athletes across individual & team sports
✔ Science-Based Approach for Fast, Measurable Results
✔ Rated Top in East Yorkshire | 5-Star Google Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"My approach is practical, results-driven, and designed to help you develop the mental strength needed to excel in high-performance environments." – Neil Sunley

Sports psychology support across East Yorkshire

I work with clients from

  • Beverley

  • Hull

  • Driffield

  • the wider East Riding of Yorkshire

Sessions are delivered locally, with limited online options available where appropriate. Many clients choose to work face to face due to the performance-focused nature of the work.

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Testimonials

"Since working with Neil my average heart rate over the hour of my morning run has dropped by 20 beats per minute. Same routes, same speeds/times and the same heart rate monitor. I was stunned when I spotted the difference - a measured sense of calm through clarity"

Matthew P ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I have improved my confidence and fitness exponential whilst working with Neil. He has show me many ways to improve all dynamics of fitness and more recently how to use self defence strategies to aid being well within my environment. I thoroughly recommend My Soul Coach to achieve your goals inside and out! Thanks for your continued support"

Jon S ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Been going for a couple of months and found it really helpful and seeing improvements in my rugby performance. Would definitely recommend"

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