Dr Sarah Sinnamon

Psychologist

“Performance psychologist & author, specialising in music & performing arts. I provide evidence-based strategies for managing & enhancing performance experiences”

About Me

I help musicians and performing artists transform stage nerves into confident presence. Through evidence-based strategies, we explore practical tools to manage performance anxiety, motivation, focus, blocks, stress, and burnout. My approach is tailored for those navigating the unique pressures of the creative world. You'll find a collaborative space to build resilience. This helps you consistently deliver your best work and truly enjoy your craft.

Approach

We begin by mapping performance triggers and personal strengths, then translate those insights into concrete rehearsal and on-stage routines that you can practise between sessions. In work in Dublin and online, in English, sessions are structured and paced to suit your schedule—short focal practices, movement or breath work, and targeted cognitive tools. I draw on research-backed techniques to train attention, manage arousal, and build automatic responses so skills transfer under pressure. Musicians and performers who want steady, practical progress tend to find this focused, collaborative rhythm helpful.

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Basic Information

Dublin, Ireland

In-person & Online

Services

1 to 1 online sessions that implement evidence-based tools grounded in cognitive, sport, cbt, positive and coaching psychological principles.

Services Offered:

Free Consultation
A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.
Health Psychology
A branch of psychology that studies how psychological, behavioural, and social factors affect physical health, illness, and health-related behaviours.
Sport Psychology
A branch of psychology focused on the mental aspects of athletic performance, including focus, motivation, pressure management, and recovery from injury.
Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

Works With:

All ages

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Performance
The psychological factors (confidence, focus, pressure management) that influence how well a person performs in sport, academics, the arts, or work.
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