Psychology support for Professional Footballers

Combining lived professional football experience with high level psychological expertise.

Dr Alan Tonge is an ex professional footballer, academic and chartered psychologist who provides evidence based 1-1 psychological support for professional and non-league footballers - young or senior - male or female.

Evidence-based. Confidential. Growth-driven.

Grounded in performance psychology research, every session is tailored to the individual demands of the game and the player.

Specialist Support for Professional Footballers

Who I Work With

Young professional players (male/female)
Senior professional players (male/female)
Good non-league level players (male/female)
Global professional players (male/female)

What I Offer

1-1 fully confidential sessions
Transitions support
Critical moments support
Career transition and retirement support

A rigorous, player-centred approach

Performance psychology is not about positive thinking or generic motivation. It is a structured, evidence-based discipline that addresses the specific psychological demands of competitive professional football — from managing performance anxiety to rebuilding confidence after injury, dealing with a run of poor form or facing the end of a career.

Every player is different. Sessions are built around your individual profile, your position, your club environment, and the pressures you face. The work is confidential, professional, and focused on growth and identity development.

Psychological support for the modern player

Whether you are a professional player, young or senior, or a non league player, male or female seeking psychological support, I can help.

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Dr Alan Tonge

Performance Psychology

Evidence-based 1-to-1 psychological support for professional and non-league footballers, young or senior, male or female.

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For enquiries about 1-to-1 support, or broader offerings, please use the contact form and reach out directly.

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Chartered Psychologist · British Psychological Society