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By (author) Keegan Richard

Short /annotation:
In this approachable and accessible guide, Richard Keegan explores and illustrates the key roles that effective sport psychologists perform. With a wealth of practical advice, real-world examples, engaging anecdotes, and an integrated case study, this is the best possible resource for anyone interested in a career in sport psychology.

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What makes a great sport psychologist? Is there an ideal style or approach? What do you need to consider when working with a client?In this practical guide, Richard Keegan presents a user-friendly model of the sport psychologist”s consulting processes and offers a framework for understanding best practice. Whether you are a trainee or a qualified sport psychologist, this book will help you to deliver a consistent, transparent, effective and ethical service at all levels of sport. Being a Sport Psychologist:- Provides a clear and coherent model which accommodates different styles, philosophies and experience levels;- Contains worksheets to help you record, evaluate, understand and reflect; – Offers a range of useful case studies and examples;- Is the first book to describe the process of being a sport psychologist from beginning to end.

Table of contents:
1. Introduction and Overview 2. Ethical Considerations: Protecting the client, yourself and your profession 3. Philosophical Assumptions: The aims, the landscape, and the strategy 4. The Intake Process: Establishing a relationship, aims, expectations, and boundaries 5. Needs Analysis: Establishing needs, skills, demands and goals 6. Case Formulation: Creating a working model 7. Choosing a Support Strategy: Case formulations, evidence and professional judgement 8. Planning the Support Programme 9. Delivery and Monitoring (… and Knowing When You”re Finished) 10. Quality Assurance Processes: Recording, reflecting and supervision.

Review quote:
”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)

Biographical note:
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.

Biographical note:
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.

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