Abbott Sport Psychology

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Join date: Oct 31, 2019

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Callum holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of York and an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University. He further advanced his expertise by completing training with the British Psychological Society, earning Chartered status as a Sport and Exercise Psychologist, and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). He is also a supervisor for new trainees looking to become fully qualified sport psychologists. With experience across a diverse range of sports including rugby, MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, golf, athletics, and esports, Callum has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by performers in different disciplines. He specializes in both performance enhancement and wellbeing, using evidence-based psychological techniques to help individuals achieve their goals, perform under pressure, return from injury, and maintain balance in their lives. Outside of his professional practice, Callum is a competitor in American football, an avid mountain biker, and a passionate participant in competitive gaming.

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Jul 14, 2026 ∙ 6 min

Why Do I Play Worse in Competition Than on the Range? A Golf Psychology Guide

You stripe it on the range. Crisp contact, distances dialled, the ball doing exactly what you want it to do. Then you step onto the first tee, swing the same club at the same ball, and something has changed. By the back nine the scorecard tells a story you don't recognise. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and the reason has surprisingly little to do with your swing. Golf psychology is the practical application of mental skills to help golfers perform consistently under pressure. It...

Apr 7, 2026 ∙ 1 min

Featured in the APA Monitor on Psychology: Esports Psychology and the Road Ahead

I was recently featured in the American Psychological Association's Monitor on Psychology , contributing to a piece exploring how psychologists are shaping the world of esports . It was a good opportunity to reflect honestly on where the field currently stands and where it needs to go. As I mentioned in the piece, the field still feels somewhat like the Wild West. Teams and practitioners are working hard to find the approaches that are most effective, and while the research base is building...

Dec 30, 2025 ∙ 5 min

How to Stick to Your 2026 New Years resolutions and Sport Goals: A Psychologist's Guide

It's that time of year again! January arrives with optimism and grand plans, but research shows that over half of New Year's resolutions fail by February (Norcross & Vangarelli, 1988), and unfortunately athletes and fitness enthusiasts aren't immune to this pattern. Whether you're setting football training goals, working on your golf mental game, or committing to consistent gym sessions, the gap between intention and long-term action can feel frustrating. However, sport psychology can offer...