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Sports Psychologist | Olympian | Consultant at Sport Ireland Institute

Jessie Barr

Jessie is a Sport and Performance Psychologist at the Sport Ireland Institute, supporting Olympic and Paralympic athletes across disciplines like cycling, swimming, and gymnastics. She was part of Team Ireland's staff at major events, including the Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024 Games. She also works at UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, aiding post-surgery recovery, and consults privately with athletes. A former Olympian in the 400m hurdles and relay, she retired in 2019, holding degrees in Psychology and Sport Psychology.