Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Partner for Sustainable High Performance
Founded in 2007 by clinical psychologists Andy and James, Changing Minds UK pioneered a holistic approach to psychological services that integrates wellbeing with high-performance outcomes. Our methodology extends beyond individual focus to consider organisational contexts, enabling sustainable solutions for complex challenges. With a global reputation, we serve elite sports teams, business leaders, and HR professionals, delivering tailored strategies that enhance decision-making, team dynamics, and systemic resilience. Our team of 28 HCPC-registered psychologists combines clinical expertise with performance insights, supported by proprietary frameworks like the Performing Well model.We prioritise self-sufficiency in clients, reducing burnout while fostering long-term growth. Our work with World Cup-winning teams and Great Place to Work-certified organisations demonstrates our ability to drive measurable cultural and performance transformations. Backed by research collaborations with institutions like Bangor University, we continuously evolve our evidence-based practices. Our values of courage, curiosity, and compassion underpin every intervention, ensuring ethical, client-centric outcomes. With operations in 11 countries, we maintain a commitment to excellence through rigorous accreditation standards and continuous professional development.
Services
Talent Development
Leadership Coaching
Organisational Culture
High-Performing Teams
Workplace Mental Health
Change Management
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 18 years of pioneering psychological services for high-performance environments
- 28 expert performance specialists with HCPC registration
- Proprietary Performing Well framework for systemic, evidence-based solutions
- Proven impact with 13 Olympic medals and 30 long-term client partnerships
- Global reach across 11 countries including UK, USA, and UAE
Associations and certifications
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
What people say
Profound systemic impact
Outstanding advocacy scores
Significant trust improvements
Exceptional individual support
Sustainable cultural changes
Services
Talent Development
Our Talent Development service identifies and nurtures high-potential individuals through behavioural insights and retention strategies. Using tools like the SMART framework, we create self-sustaining systems that reduce turnover. Clients benefit from tailored programmes that align individual growth with organisational goals, ensuring long-term strategic advantages.
Organisational Culture
We build trust-led, high-performance cultures by addressing toxic dynamics and aligning values with strategy. Through processes like Walk the Floor assessments, we create cultural clarity that attracts top talent. Our interventions have helped organisations achieve Great Place to Work certification and measurable improvements in employee satisfaction scores.
Workplace Mental Health
Our Mental Health Champions programme trains staff to create psychologically safe workplaces. We provide 1-1 support and systemic strategies that reduce burnout while enhancing engagement. This approach has improved trust scores by 42% in client organisations and supported systemic cultural changes.
High-Performing Teams
We balance performance and wellbeing through adaptive strategies that embed sustainable habits. Our assessments identify collaborative excellence opportunities while mitigating burnout risks. Clients report 80% improvements in focus and 92% satisfaction scores from embedded team support programmes.
Leadership Development
Our Leadership & Executive Development programmes build resilient leaders through coaching and practical strategies. The Leading Well framework enhances psychological safety and decision-making agility. Participants gain tools for influence and stress management that directly improve organisational effectiveness.
People
Dr. Andrew Rogers
Co-Director
Chartered Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist with 20+ years' experience in elite sport, business, and mental health. Specialises in trauma-informed approaches to organisational resilience and performance. Developed psychological frameworks used by Olympic teams and Fortune 500 companies.
Dr. James Bickley
Co-Director
Consultant Clinical Psychologist with expertise in high-risk environments and performance psychology. Leads strategic development of mental health services across sports and corporate sectors. Recognised for creating systemic approaches to complex organisational challenges.
Dr. Sue Wood
Senior Clinical Psychologist
Specialist in organisational psychology with experience in elite football and corporate settings. Focuses on sustainable performance systems and mental health strategy implementation. Holds doctorate in clinical psychology from University of Birmingham.
Gemma Douglas
Senior Sport Psychologist
HCPC-registered sport psychologist with 15+ years in elite sport. Former lead psychologist for British Gymnastics and England Cricket Board. Expert in pressure training and transition management for high-performance athletes.
Dr. Chris Beaumont
Senior Sport Psychologist
Chartered Sport Psychologist with decade of experience in Olympic and professional sports. Specialises in coach development and sustainable performance environments. Delivers psychological support for Great Britain Cycling Team and corporate clients.
Questions
What psychological frameworks do you use?
We integrate clinical and performance psychology using proprietary models like Performing Well and SMART tool assessments.
How do you measure success?
Through quantifiable metrics like trust scores, burnout reduction, and performance outcomes validated by client testimonials.
Can services be tailored to specific industries?
All interventions are bespoke, adapting to sports, corporate, or public sector requirements with specialist expertise.
Do you offer remote support options?
Yes, we provide virtual workshops and coaching sessions with the same effectiveness as in-person delivery.
What accreditations ensure service quality?
All practitioners are HCPC-registered psychologists with additional specialisms in clinical and sport psychology.
How do you sustain organisational changes?
Through systemic embedding of psychological practices and ongoing coaching to reinforce new behaviours and strategies.
