On the Sporting Couch

Athlete and Olympic medallist Katharine Merry discusses the psychology that helped her reach the top with 'On the Sporting Couch' presenter Gary Bloom. The runner reveals her frustrations with injuries that curtailed her career, the discrimination she faced from team mates and the struggle to forge a new career in the media.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

​Chris Kirkland, the former Liverpool and England goalkeeper talks candidly about his problems with depression and the anxiety he suffered during his playing career, that left him contemplating suicide. Chris also describes how frustrated he became with life at Anfield and how he's managed to overcome the illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'On the Sporting Couch’ hosted by sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom is a ground-breaking series of programmes that addresses mental health issues in sport. It features elite sportspeople who have been brave enough to undertake an on-air therapy session to talk candidly about their struggles. In this episode controversial referee Mark Clattenburg reveals the struggles he went through to make it to the top, from the career highs of officiating in a Champions League final, to the lows of being suspended from the Premier League and the decision to leave England, which ultimately cost him his place officiating at the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The former England hooker Brian Moore, who played at 3 World Cups joined host Gary Bloom for an in depth discussion on his life in Rugby and beyond. Brian reveals his battled with his alter-ego that he named 'Gollum' and struggled to come to terms with life away from professional sport.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The former Aston Villa and Celtic midfielder Stiliyan Petrov has been 'On The Sporting Couch' discussing his amazing recovery from a life threatening illness. The Bulgarian international was given only a 25% chance of living after he was diagnosed with Leukaemia, but with the support of his wife and unbelievable mental attitude he fought the odds and won the most important match of his career.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The former Swimmer and TV personality Sharron Davies discusses the mental scars left by being a teenage sporting sensation in this episode of 'On The Sporting Couch' with host Gary Bloom. Sharron reveals the reasons for her competitive edge, the struggles in her personal life and how she's dealt with the celebrity tag.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of Britain's most successful Boxers Johnny Nelson opens up about his fear of getting hit, overcoming mental struggles on the road to becoming World Champion and the shock of being caught up in a kidnap plot. In conversation with Sports Psychologist Gary Bloom, Johnny also pays tribute to his former trainer and mentor Brendan Ingle...who shaped his life both inside and outside of the ring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom hears incredible stories of determination from sporting figures. In this episode rugby referee Nigel Owens speaks openly about coming to terms with his sexuality and battles with bulimia and depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darts star James Wade joins sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom to speak openly about living with bipolar disorder and ADHD and explain how this affects his life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Each episode of On the Sporting Couch tells an incredible story of determination in a sporting athlete. In this episode psychotherapist and sports broadcaster Gary Bloom talks to former Manchester United and Northern Ireland midfielder Keith Gillespie. Keith shares a frank insight into how he lost £7million to a gambling addiction.If you have been affected by any part of this programme, there are a number of organisations that could help you. They include...Mental Health Foundation020 7803 1101Improving the lives of those with mental health problems or learning difficulties.Together020 7780 7300Supports people through mental health services.The Centre for Mental Health020 7827 8300Working to improve the quality of life for people with mental health problems.Depression Alliance 0845 123 2320Provides information and support to those who are affected by depression via publications, supporter services and a network of self-help groups.British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy01455 883300Through the BACP you can find out more about counselling services in your area.PANDAS Foundation0843 28 98 401 (every day from 9am-8pm)PANDAS Foundation vision is to support every individual with pre (antenatal), postnatal depression or postnatal psychosis in England, Wales and Scotland. We campaign to raise awareness and remove the stigma. We provide our PANDAS Help Line, Support Groups offer online advice to all and much more. Citizens AdviceGives free confidential information and advice to help people sort out their money, legal, consumer and other problems.Support for children and young peopleYoung Minds020 7336 8445Provides information and advice for anyone with concerns about the mental health of a child or young person.Childline 0800 1111Free, national helpline for children and young people in trouble or danger.NightlineListening, support and information service run by students for students.Other places you could go for supportAge Concern 0800 009966Infoline on issues relating to older people.Lesbian and Gay Switchboard020 7837 7324Provides information, support and referral services.Refugee Council020 7346 6700The UK’s largest organisation working with refugees and asylum seekers.Relate0300 100 1234Offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support.Counselling DirectoryA free, confidential directory of trained, professional counsellors and therapists in the UK.Teacher Support Network08000 562 561 A 24/7 telephone support line which gives teachers access to professional coaches and counsellors 365 days a year. The network also campaigns for change within schools and education policy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The programme is hosted by sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom, and in this episode he is joined by Olympic swimming champion Rebecca Adlington, who speaks openly about her struggles with fame and coping with success and criticism.Each show tells the incredible individual story of determination of these athletes, who have come to terms with a condition that is too often still a taboo in dressing rooms and sports clubs across the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This series tells incredible stories of determination from athletes who have come to terms with a condition that is too often still a taboo in dressing rooms and sports clubs across the country. In this episode former Bath and England star Duncan Bell opens up to psychotherapist Gary Bloom about living with depression and anxiety.If you have been affected by any part of this programme, there are a number of organisations that could help you. They include...Mental Health Foundation020 7803 1101Improving the lives of those with mental health problems or learning difficulties.Together020 7780 7300Supports people through mental health services.The Centre for Mental Health020 7827 8300Working to improve the quality of life for people with mental health problems.Depression Alliance 0845 123 2320Provides information and support to those who are affected by depression via publications, supporter services and a network of self-help groups.British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy01455 883300Through the BACP you can find out more about counselling services in your area.PANDAS Foundation0843 28 98 401 (every day from 9am-8pm)PANDAS Foundation vision is to support every individual with pre (antenatal), postnatal depression or postnatal psychosis in England, Wales and Scotland. We campaign to raise awareness and remove the stigma. We provide our PANDAS Help Line, Support Groups offer online advice to all and much more. Citizens AdviceGives free confidential information and advice to help people sort out their money, legal, consumer and other problems.Support for children and young peopleYoung Minds020 7336 8445Provides information and advice for anyone with concerns about the mental health of a child or young person.Childline 0800 1111Free, national helpline for children and young people in trouble or danger.NightlineListening, support and information service run by students for students.Other places you could go for supportAge Concern 0800 009966Infoline on issues relating to older people.Lesbian and Gay Switchboard020 7837 7324Provides information, support and referral services.Refugee Council020 7346 6700The UK’s largest organisation working with refugees and asylum seekers.Relate0300 100 1234Offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support.Counselling DirectoryA free, confidential directory of trained, professional counsellors and therapists in the UK.Teacher Support Network08000 562 561 A 24/7 telephone support line which gives teachers access to professional coaches and counsellors 365 days a year. The network also campaigns for change within schools and education policy in order to... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom is joined by batsman Marcus Trescothick, who revealed the depression and anxiety that robbed him of the England captaincy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The former Olympic athlete who speaks about his struggles with depression following the end of his sporting career Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear it here before anyone else! Sam Allardyce opens up to talkSPORT. The complete second series of On The Sporting Couch starts on Sunday 4th November at 8pm on talkSPORT with an in-depth interview with former England manager Sam Allardyce.On the Sporting Couch is hosted by sports broadcaster and psychotherapist Gary Bloom and is a ground-breaking and award winning series of programmes that addresses mental health issues in sport. It features elite sportspeople who have been brave enough to undertake an on-air therapy session to talk candidly about their struggles.Big Sam discusses the pressures and strain of being a Premier League manager, his addiction to the beautiful game, the fallout from his short lived reign as England boss and the personal stress that caused him.Over next ten weeks there’s the opportunity to hear some of the compelling episodes that were broadcast over the summer here on TalkSport and also plenty of new interviews with guests including Stiliyan Petrov, Sharron Davies and fellow Olympic medallist Katherine Merry.Stiliyan’s story of his battle with leukaemia is particularly inspiring after the former Aston Villa and Celtic midfielder was only given a 25% chance surviving.On the Sporting Couch starts on Sunday 4th November on talkSPORT. A podcast of each episode will be available on Acast so press subscribe now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rugby World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio is ‘On The Sporting Couch’ with Sports Psychologist Gary Bloom discussing how he recovered from family tragedy to become one of the best forwards of his generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a powerful and thought provoking episode England Lioness Eni Aluko discusses her identity, race issues and footballing success with Sports Psychologist Gary Bloom.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a fascinating interview with Andy Grant. The ex-Royal Marine has broken world records as amputee athlete after coming close to losing his life in Afghanistan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elise Christie is 'On The Sporting Couch' in the conversation with Gary Bloom. The British Short-track Skater and World Champion has twice missed out on Winter Olympic medals in 2014 and 2018 due to disqualification, controversy, injury and sheer bad luck.In this revealing and shocking interview Elise reveals all about her depression, fear of failure, the incidents that led to her self-harming and her determination to compete for that elusive medal at the Winter Olympics in Beijing in 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two times Ashes winner Steve Harmison opens up to Gary Bloom about how he won his battle with depression and anxiety he suffered during and after his cricket career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.