Sports and performance psychologist’s appointment
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Sports and performance psychologist
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When to see a specialist
- Performance anxiety or competition anxiety
- Decreased motivation in sport or work
- Difficulty concentrating during performance
- Lack of confidence
- Mental pressure before competition or performance
- Burnout in sport or work
- Returning after an injury
- Inconsistent performance
- Perfectionism and self-criticism
- Difficulty setting goals
- Developing mental resilience
Common symptoms
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Career transitions
Facing changes or endings in sport or work. -
Competition or performance anxiety
Strong tension, anxiety, or insecurity before important performances (competition, exam, public speaking). -
Desire to develop consciously
Wanting to better understand your performance and mental skills. -
Difference between training and performance
Skills show in practice but not in competition. -
Difficulty achieving goals
Goals feel out of reach or motivation drops. -
Difficulty concentrating
Difficulty concentrating may manifest as distractibility, forgetfulness, or difficulty focusing thoughts. -
Difficulty coping with mistakes
Errors affect your mindset and subsequent performance. -
Difficulty maintaining consistency
Challenges in keeping training or practice routines. -
Difficulty returning after injury or setbacks
Challenges in regaining previous level. -
Fluctuating confidence
Belief in your abilities is unstable and affects performance. -
Inconsistent performance
Results vary despite having the skills. -
Perfectionism and self-criticism
High expectations create pressure and hinder performance. -
Pressure from others’ expectations
External expectations affect confidence and performance. -
Reduced motivation
Activities that used to feel meaningful or enjoyable no longer provide the same energy or interest.
How to prepare for your appointment
- Think about the situations or goals that are most important to you.
- Write down any questions or topics you would like to discuss.
- Reflect on situations that create the most pressure or anxiety.
- Bring a valid ID.
What to expect during your appointment
Discussion about your experience and goals
The session begins with a conversation about your previous experience, current challenges, and goals you want to achieve.
Mapping your situation
We map your current situation together. The aim is to understand what factors influence your performance and to identify whether and to what extent they are psychological.
Developing psychological skills
We discuss and learn strategies to support confidence, motivation, attention control, coping with anxiety, and other skills affecting performance and wellbeing.
Next steps
We create a plan for how to practise and apply these skills in daily life, training, or performance situations.
Specialists providing this service
Payment & Appointment Info
Prices
Tallinn
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Visit fee Added to the appointment fee. | 20 € |
| Preparation of a mental health certificate, extract or specialist assessment based on medical documentation at the patient's request 15–60 min | 25–75 € |
Everywhere else in Estonia
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Visit fee Added to the appointment fee. | 13 € |
| Sports and performance psychologist appointment | 100 € A visit fee is added to the price. |
| Preparation of a mental health certificate, extract or specialist assessment based on medical documentation at the patient's request 15–60 min | 25–75 € |
Payment methods
Meliva Health Insurance covers this service under Outpatient Care coverage. Check your personal coverage limits in the ERGO app.
Referral
You can book this service as a self-paying patient without a doctor’s referral.
Clinics offering this service
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a sports and performance psychologist only for athletes?
A sports and performance psychologist works with athletes at all levels, including elite, youth, and recreational participants. In addition to athletes, we also work with leaders, performers, students, and others whose activities involve performance. We also support coaches, parents, support staff, as well as teams and organisations.
How many sessions are needed?
This depends on your goals. Sometimes a few sessions are enough, while in other cases longer-term work is beneficial.
Can a sports and performance psychologist help with injury recovery?
Yes. Psychological support plays an important role in recovery. We help you cope with the recovery period and support your readiness to return to training.
