WHEN PRESSURE RISES, YOUR MIND SHOULD NOT BECOME THE PROBLEM

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Does this sound like you?

Many performers assume they are the only ones experiencing these patterns.

In reality they are extremely common among ambitious individuals in demanding environments.

Take a moment to see whether any of the following feel familiar

    • Perform well in preparation but struggle to replicate that level when pressure increases.

    • Overanalyse decisions even though you know you are capable of making them.

    • Find it difficult to switch off after work or competition and your mind keeps replaying situations.

    • Feel the pressure of expectations from colleagues, clients or teammates.

    • Question whether you are truly as capable as others believe you are.

    • Notice your confidence fluctuates depending on recent results or feedback.

    • Push yourself relentlessly but still feel like you could be operating at a higher level.

  • If several of these feel familiar, you are not lacking ability.

    You are likely experiencing the psychological side effects of operating in a high performance environment.

    Pressure, responsibility and expectations place unique demands on the mind.

    Without the right psychological skills even highly capable individuals can find their own thinking working against them.

    The good news is that these skills can be developed.

  • This is where performance psychology becomes valuable.

    Rather than hoping these patterns resolve themselves, structured psychological training will help you develop the skills required to perform with greater clarity, confidence and consistency.

    If you are curious about how this could apply to your situation, the first step is a short discovery call.

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Services we offer

Performance psychology for ambitious sport, medical and legal professionals who want to think clearly, stay composed and perform when it matters most

PSYCH-CHEK offers structured support designed to help ambitious professionals strengthen their ability to perform under pressure.

3 different services are offered to achieve this depending on your needs and professional context.

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Performance Accelerator

Intensive one-to-one performance psychology

Designed for individuals who want personalised support to overcome psychological barriers and reach a higher level of performance.

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Growth package

Structured performance development

Tailored to companies who want a clear framework for developing the psychological skills of their members.

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Performance Partnership

Performance at the organisational level

A bespoke partnership for organisations who want to optimise how they work and make meaningful change backed by psychology.


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    —Grant R, Global Director

  • "I absolutely loved working with Ed. Each week we delved deeper into my beliefs...I even managed to win England's Strongest Woman under his guidance. Thank you Ed, working with you has been invaluable"

    —Farah F, British Strongwoman

  • "I have struggled with self-confidence and crippling self-deprecation. The service I received from Edgar was outstanding and I cannot thank him enough. It has given me an effective process to help quieten my self-deprecating voice."

    Bobbie B, Team GB Powerlifter

  • "You've had a big impact on our player's confidence and it's clear for both me and other that, in turn, has had a positive impact on the way he plays"

    Will P, City Football Group Manager

  • "After working for a little bit over 1 year with Edgar, I learned how to better myself as a person, teammate, and captain. Edgar helps provide a solution to every issue, while also being a trusted source."

    Klaudia B, Leader

  • "The sesions helped me keep my mind positive. I have learned how to control my mood, rational and irrational thinking"

    —Kristal A, Team GB Sprinter

  • "I came to Edgar with low low self-esteem. Through working with him I managed to build back some of my self esteem and tools to build on in the future.."

    Karolina J, Scottish Powerlifter

  • "Edgar immensely help me get on trac, and perform consistently well whether I was feeling well or not. I would recommend to anyone!"

    Ryan P, Esports Player

  • "Working with Edgar has been amazing! I feel much more prepared and able to deal with stress and emotions. I am much more confident going inot competition know I can use the techniques"

    James G, Welsh Sprinter

  • "Upon talking to Edgar, it was clear how passionate and driven he was. It was evident that he had a depth of knowledge and was able to adapt his session to the audience members' abilities and knowledge. Since meeting Edgar I have recommended his services to several other organisations."

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Is this for me?

Just like you, most people who reach out to PSYCH-CHEK are already capable.

They are intelligent, disciplined and ambitious. They have worked hard to reach their current level whether that is in sport, medicine or law.

Yet even highly capable people experience moments where pressure interferes with their ability to perform.

They overthink decisions. They hesitate at important moments. They question their ability despite years of preparation.

These experiences are far more common than people realise.

Our work focuses on helping ambitious individuals strengthen the psychological skills required to perform consistently when the stakes are high.

While much of our background is rooted in sport, the psychological challenges faced by athletes are remarkably similar to those experienced by professionals in other demanding fields.

  • Doctors making complex clinical decisions.

  • Lawyers managing high stakes cases.

  • Athletes competing in decisive moments.

In each of these environments the same question appears.

Can you perform when it matters most?

PSYCH-CHEK exists to help answer that question with confidence.

If this is for you, book a discovery call here

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Our Story

Edgar is a HCPC-registered Performance Psychologist with over a decade of experience working in high-performance environments.

His career has involved supporting athletes, teams and organisations across a wide range of competitive disciplines including healthcare, team sports and professional esports. His efforts have resulted in clients achieving international records, titles and over $2.25 million in performance-based revenue.

While academic training provides the theoretical foundation, the majority of Edgar’s learning has come from working directly with performers navigating pressure, expectations and the demands of elite competition.


  • Working inside competitive environments revealed something that is rarely discussed openly.

    Even the most talented performers struggle psychologically at times.

    Athletes who appear confident may privately question their ability.

    Highly skilled professionals may experience imposter syndrome despite years of experience.

    Pressure can disrupt focus, confidence and decision making in ways that many people do not fully understand.

    The individuals who ultimately succeed are rarely those who avoid pressure.

    They are the ones who develop the psychological skills required to operate effectively within it.

  • Performance psychology is often misunderstood.

    Many people assume psychology is only relevant when something has gone wrong.

    In reality the goal is much more practical.

    It is about strengthening the mental skills that allow capable individuals to operate at their best when it matters most.

    • Confidence.

    • Focus.

    • Emotional control.

    • Decision making under pressure.

    These are skills that can be developed just like physical strength or technical ability.

    PSYCH-CHEK’s role is to help ambitious performers build those skills so their mind becomes an asset rather than an obstacle.

  • If you’re tired of:

    • Guessing whether you will perform when it matters.

    • Missing out on promotions and dream opportunities.

    • Watching your colleagues surpass you even though you have the potential.

    • Feeling exhausted doing what you once loved.

    Then PSYCH-CHEK wants to work with you.

    Together we will aim to improve your performance so you:

    • Get the recognition you deserve.

    • Increase your earning potential.

    • Are offered opportunities you’ve been dreaming of.

    • Feel in control in the most stressful moments.

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What best describes your current situation?

  1. Struggling to perform consistently under pressure

  2. Feeling mentally exhausted or close to burnout

  3. Confidence or imposter syndrome affecting performance

  4. Looking to optimise performance at a higher level

If you recognise one of these, select a time and date to see if this support is right for you


  • If you recognise some of the challenges described above, the first step is a conversation.

    The discovery call provides an opportunity to explore what you are currently experiencing, what you would like to improve and whether performance psychology support would be beneficial.

    There is no obligation.

    Many people simply find value in gaining a clearer understanding of the psychological factors influencing their performance.

    If it feels like the right fit we can discuss how the Performance Accelerator Programme or other services may support your goals.

    Book your discovery call below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer 3 key services:

    1. Performance Accelerator for individual support

    2. Growth Package for group workshops

    3. Performance Partnership for high-impact organisational change

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  • PSYCH-CHEK’s approach focuses on helping you gain control by addressing your psychological needs.

    Common areas we will discuss include stress responses, emotion intelligence, confidence and stress recovery strategies.

    At an organisational level, we cover resilience, conflict management, team dynamics and growth climates to ultimately facilitate a culture of optimal performance.

  • Performance psychology is concerned with helping ambitious, outcome-based professionals perform when it matters most.

    It looks to educate and teach individuals how to develop optimal mental skills that will boost consistency and goal achievement at the highest level.

    Numerous topics, such as how people best learn new skills, developing optimal confidence and motivation, using visualisation, encouraging helpful self-talk, building a great mindset, and many more concepts are all part of performance psychology. 

    Book a discover call to see see if our services are right for you.

    • 1st class BSc with honours in sport and exercise psychology.

    • Distinction class MSc with honours in applied sport psychology.

    • Completed British association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SEPAR) Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route.

    • Health and Care Professions Council registered psychologist 

    • Level 2 Mental Health First Aid

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  • We work with ambitious achievers. This includes law, medical and sporting professionals who are tired of not performing to their potential and looking to perform consistently at their highest level.

    See if this write for you here

    • We’ll begin by determining what your individual needs are, using observations, interviews and questionnaires. 

    • We will then devise a bespoke action plan which will help you address your needs.

    • We will monitor progress in relation to your desired outcome, adapting expectations and action plans if, and/or when necessary.

    Access the Performance Accelerator information pack here.

  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.

    For a clearer idea of pricing for you preferred service, access your information pack here.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

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  • The most valuable take away for you, as the client, is that you can navigate stressful situations with confidence and calmness. This service instills you with the ability to perform when it matters most which can lead to promotions, competence and goal achievement. 

    Along this journey you will access tailor-made resources and programming to set you up for success during and after the service.

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  • Different measurements are put in place which allow clients to assess their progress in relation to their desired result. Whether it be through journaling, questionnaires, observations, interviews, or quite frankly, the whole lot, PSYCH-CHEK monitors progress every step of the way. 

    We will spend time understanding what ‘better’ looks like for you and identify the changes that will be expected in your behaviour. We will also create short, mid and long term goals that will track these changes and indicators of success. What’s important is that we tailor how we evaluate your success with your specific goals and needs.