Two questions. Has anyone ever worked with a sports psychologist? What kind of feedback could you give me on it. Did you feel it was worth your time and money. And second, does anyone know of any in the central florida area? I had an injury a few years ago that I think is holding me back, I tell myself in the back of my head all the time that I can’t do certain things because of it. I think I need some help in getting over it. Thanks.
I have, Paige was a great help in my prep for IMAZ this year.
go to www.xcelsportsgroup.com or email her at paige@xcelsportsgroup.com
Yes they can help you, but you have to find one who works for you. This is highly personnal, probably even more than a coach. There is not one single technique, there are several. Watch out for the ‘guru’ type. The goal is to improve yourself, deal (oppose to sort out) your issues (if any) and manage your mind as you manage your nutrition. A good psychologist should make you independant. Good luck, it’s worth a try.
Bill is a good athlete, but more of a mind coach. Give him a shout, he’s worked with some big names (Olympic and Pro Sports teams) and some new up and comers…
Not in Triathlon, but reading, rereading, and re-rereading Dr. Bob Rotella’s sports psych. on golf books helped knock down my handicap ~12 strokes over a year’s time, so yes, it does work, but you will only get out of it what you put into it, and be sure to go with someone with great credentials.
If there are any books out there, that may be the best and cheapest way to deal with it- worked for me. 
My college hockey team has a sports shrink (as we called it). Pretty interesting stuff as you generally get in the zone and “forget” most of the best games/moments.
Uncertain of the impact that it had on my hockey career, but I was able to benchpress 327 after only being able to put up 265 in previous attempts. (long past my weight lifting days)
I’m surprised this topic isn’t discussed more here…