Welcome to Coastal Minds
Psychologist – Athlete Wellbeing

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Hi, Welcome to Coastal Minds

Coastal Minds is a Psychology Clinic on the Sunshine Coast, Australia.

My name is Ana Foix Sallo, I am a registered psychologist. I have been practising in Australia since 2001. I hold certification by the Barça Innovation Hub – Universitas on Psychology for High Performance in Sports and I am a credentialed Eating Disorders Clinician with ANZAED.

I am passionate about athlete’s wellbeing. I believe that every athlete deserves to enjoy their sport from a healthy and confident mindset.

I would love to help you achieve your goals, as little or as big as these may be.

     

Coastal Minds, would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and connections to the lands and waters of Australia.

What can I do for you?

Goal Setting and performance planning

  • Identify SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) across different timeframes
  • Develop process-focused objectives rather than just outcome goals
  • Progress monitoring and adjustment strategies
  • Establishing contingency plans for setbacks and challenges
  • Balances sporting goals with other aspects in life

Burnout prevention and stress management

  • Regular assessment of stress levels and monitoring early warning signs
  • Developing a sustainable training approach
  • Implementation of effective time management techniques
  • Addressing perfectionism and unrealistic expectations
  • Development of personalised recovery plans

Identity beyond sports

  • Exploring interests and passions outside sport
  • Building self-worth independent of sporting performance
  • Creating multiple sources of meaning and fulfillment
  • Encouraging personal growth in non-sport domains
  • Supporting development of diverse social connections

Career Transition planning

  • Preparation for life after sports
  • Skill assessment and development
  • Building networks outside sport
  • Education and career exploration
  • Creating post-sport vision and goals
  • Managing the emotional aspects of transitioning out of sporting life

Disordered Eating and Body Image Concerns

  • Non-diet approaches
  • Family Based Treatment (FBT)
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Coach and Manager Support

  • Education on athlete mental health needs
  • Building effective feedback methods
  • Creating supportive team environments
  • Managing athlete burnout and stress
  • Understanding generational differences
  • Implementing mental skills in practice

How I deliver services

Online

Phone or videoconference available.

On Field

Limited availability. Contact me with your enquiry.

Assessments

Limited availability. Contact me with your enquiry.

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