Psychologist for Health, Performance and Life

Lydia Black is a registered psychologist specialising in performance psychology, mental health, and wellbeing. She supports individuals to improve their mental health, navigate life challenges, and perform at their best in sport, work, and everyday life.

Lydia is a psychologist who works with athletes, performers, and individuals seeking support with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, and major life transitions. Her approach is practical, evidence-based, and focused on helping clients build skills that translate into real-world change. 

As a psychologist, Lydia works in a client-centred, evidence-based way, drawing on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based strategies, Schema Therapy, EMDR for trauma, and Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) for eating disorders. She tailors therapy to each person, focusing on helping clients function more effectively, build resilience, and create lasting improvements in their wellbeing.

Sport and Performance Psychologist

With a background as an elite rower and coach, Lydia understands the demands of high-performance environments. She is part of the Australian Institute of Sport Mental Health Referral Network who are a a select group of psychologist’s across Australia working with athletes and coaches across all levels, from emerging talent to elite and professional competitors, including Olympians. She is also the contract psychologist for the Tasmanian JackJumpers.

Clinical, Academic, and Teaching Experience

In addition to her work as a psychologist in her own practice, Lydia is a lecturer and clinical supervisor in postgraduate psychology programs at the University of Tasmania. She is experienced in teaching and supervising emerging psychologists, and regularly contributes to training, workshops, and professional development in mental health and performance psychology.

Workshops and Presentations

Lydia delivers engaging workshops and presentations across sport, education, and organisational settings. Sessions are tailored to the audience and focus on practical, evidence-based strategies to support performance, mental health, and wellbeing.

Lydia has a strong interest in women’s mental health and supports clients navigating hormonal changes, perinatal mental health, and significant life transitions. Her approach helps clients better understand and manage the emotional and physical impact of these experiences.

Lydia also works closely with athletes and coaches, providing sport and performance psychology support to build mental skills, improve focus, manage stress, and navigate challenges both on and off the field.

Appointments are available in-person in Hobart and online via telehealth, offering flexible and accessible psychology support to suit your needs and schedule

Workshops and Group Training

Lydia delivers practical, evidence-based workshops and group training across sport, education, and organisational settings. Her sessions focus on building skills that improve mental health, wellbeing, and performance in real-world environments.

Workshops can be tailored to suit teams, schools, and organisations, and are available in Hobart or online across Australia.

Common workshop topics include:

  • Mental health in sport and high-performance environments
  • Managing anxiety and stress
  • Performance psychology and competing under pressure
  • Eating disorders in sport
  • Supporting young people and building family relationships
  • Perinatal and infant mental health

Lydia works with groups of all sizes, from small teams to larger organisations, and adapts each session to the needs of the audience.

Enquiries for workshops, group programs, and professional development can be made via email.

 

Performance Psychology Tools

Support for when things feel busy, pressured, or overwhelming.

Here you can access practical, evidence-informed tools to help you manage pressure, improve focus, and respond more effectively in everyday life. These can be used alongside therapy or coaching, or as standalone supports.

The online course provides a structured approach to building and applying core performance psychology skills. The downloadable guide offers a concise way to reset, refocus, and take your next step when things feel overwhelming.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral?
To access my services, a referral is not required. Simply contact me to schedule an appointment. However, if you wish to utilize funding options from Medicare Australia or private health funds, a referral may be necessary. If you have any inquiries regarding this process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.
How much will an appointment cost?

Individual appointments can range from between $183 – $210, you may be eligible for a partial rebate form you private health fund or from Medicare Australia. Please contact Lydia for more information. Please visit The Australian Psychological society’s site for more infomation on the cost of psychology in Australia. 

How do online appointments work?
After you book an appointment Lydia will send you a conformation email with a link to a meeting room. All you have to do is click on the link and join Lydia at the booked time. Payment can then be arranged via phone or if you are happy to pay online Lydia will instruct you on how to do that.
What equipment do I need for an online appointment?
You can use your phone, iPad, tablet, or computer. No special apps or equipment are needed.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?

Lydia is experienced in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Processing (EMDR), Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) for eating disorders, sport psychology, family therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Who do you work with?
Lydia works with children, adolescents, adults, small and large groups, parents and families.

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