“Flow State on the Pitch: 7 Science Backed Ways to Trigger Peak Performance”

By Martyn Bailey HPCP Chartered Sport & Exercise Psychologist As a sports psychologist working with athletes across the Isle of Wight- from club players to aspiring professionals- I’m often asked the same question: “How do I play in “the zone” more often?” That effortless, time-slowing, hyper-focused state that athletes call “being in the zone” has … More “Flow State on the Pitch: 7 Science Backed Ways to Trigger Peak Performance”

Mindfulness by the Sea: CBT-Informed Exercises YOU can do on the Isle of Wight

By Martyn Bailey BACBP-Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Living on the Isle of Wight means we have constant access to something many people only experience on holiday: the calming presence of the sea. Whether you’re listening to the waves at Compton Bay, strolling the long sands of Ryde, or sitting beneath the cliffs at Freshwater, our … More Mindfulness by the Sea: CBT-Informed Exercises YOU can do on the Isle of Wight

“Beating the Winter Blues: A Therapist’s Guide to SAD in the UK”

By Martyn Bailey, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Now the clocks have gone back and the days grow shorter, many of us in the UK notice a familiar dip in mood. Grey skies, early sunsets, and seemingly endless rain can leave even the most resilient among us feeling flat, tired and unmotivated. For some, this … More “Beating the Winter Blues: A Therapist’s Guide to SAD in the UK”

Navigating NHS Waiting Lists: 5 Self-Help strategies for Anxiety While You Wait

By Martyn Bailey, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist “I’ve been on the waiting list for 14 months and I’m scared I’ll fall apart before I get help,” – Anonymous client 2025 If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. NHS England’s latest data (September 2025) shows over 1.8 million people waiting for mental health treatment, with … More Navigating NHS Waiting Lists: 5 Self-Help strategies for Anxiety While You Wait