Andrew Ball
Bronte,NSW
Summary
Provisional Psychologist who grew up in country NSW, now with a background in elite sport and people management. Passionate about mental performance, wellbeing, and psychological flexibility in athletes. Experienced delivering assessments, evidence-based interventions, and an ambition to surround myself with and deliver performance programs and clinical intervention for coaches and high-performing and aspiring athletes. My major research will aim to explore elements surrounding mental health in retired athletes across the life span.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Athlete
Rugby Union
- First-hand insight into the psychological demands of multiple levels of performance – athlete and coach
- Lived experience working as, with and for athletes
- Dubbo Roos, SIC, Naas (Ireland), SURUFC, RDRUFC, Canberra Royals, NSW7s
Provisional Psychologist
ISN Clinic
02.2025 - Current
- Deliver mental skills training and profiling
- Support goal setting and resilience across lifespan
- Work within multidisciplinary teams to align mental strategies with personal goals
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
Peer Support Worker
Recovery Shared
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Provide CBT-informed interventions to clients, including adolescents and adults
- Improved client well-being by sharing personal experiences, coping strategies, and resources in a relatable manner.
- Work extensively with NDIS participants across lifespan
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in mental health support services.
Farming, Mining, Hospitality, Tutoring
Multiple Employers
01.2014 - 01.2022
Sports Coach and Mentor
Various Clubs (Australia & Ireland)
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Clongowes Wood College, Irelend - Rugby, Swimming, Athletics, Soccer, Cricket, student athlete mentoring
- St Ignatius College - Rugby
- St Johns College, USYD - Athletics
- Dubbo Rugby Club
Education
Doctor of Psychology (Clinical And Sports) - Clinical And Sport Psychology
ISN
01-2027
Advanced Graduate Diploma of Psychology - Psychology
Monash University
Clayton, VIC06-2023
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC01.2021
Skills
- Psychological assessment
- Therapeutic interventions
- Athlete mental health & wellbeing - prevention, intervention, maintenance
- Team dynamics & performance
- Half-time talk
- Cultural responsiveness
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Hobbies and Interests
- Rugby, surfing, research, health and fitness, fishing, travel
- Performance strategy and analytics
- Recovery and resilience
- Youth development
- Coaching & leadership
Timeline
Provisional Psychologist
ISN Clinic
02.2025 - Current
Peer Support Worker
Recovery Shared
02.2022 - 08.2024
Farming, Mining, Hospitality, Tutoring
Multiple Employers
01.2014 - 01.2022
Sports Coach and Mentor
Various Clubs (Australia & Ireland)
01.2012 - 12.2014
Athlete
Rugby Union
Doctor of Psychology (Clinical And Sports) - Clinical And Sport Psychology
ISN
Advanced Graduate Diploma of Psychology - Psychology
Monash University
Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology
Swinburne University
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