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Ambition has a cost

 

Sleepless nights. Endless to-do lists. Always “on.” Stress creeping in even when you’re supposed to rest.

You’ve worked hard to succeed, but the truth is: pressure doesn’t switch off. And without the right tools, even the most driven people burn out.

Upgrade your inner game

 

The real advantage isn’t grinding harder… it’s learning how to think, lead, and recover in a way that’s sustainable.

That’s what Mental Advantage is about: giving you and your teams the clarity, focus, and resilience to succeed without losing yourself along the way.

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  • “Dr Slavin makes you feel like, with the right support and guidance, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.”

  • “A sign of great training for me is when I’m engaged throughout the day and leave full of wonder and a wish to tell others. Today did just that”

  • “I couldn’t believe how much effort and consideration you put into everything, how much you took care of us mentally and physically, and it really felt special to be a part of something so incredible.”

  • “I am so grateful for the time, energy, and dedication that Dr Slavin has shown, and the care, compassion and commitment he has given to every session.”

  • “Extremely informative and useful for my own personal development… a highly valued and memorable experience.”

  • “I really appreciated Matt’s knowledge, professionalism, pace and grounded humility.”

  • “Excellent. Dr Slavin is a sensitive professional who read the room and led the conversations and thought processes with intelligence and respect.”

  • “Matt was great and really took the time to get to know everyone. I felt invested as he cared about everyone and… he asked me questions I haven't asked myself! He is one of the most genuine people I have met.”

For Driven Individuals

1:1 psychology to sharpen focus, reduce stress, and stay strong without sacrificing your health or family.

For Leaders & Teams

Workshops, keynotes and consulting that build resilient, high-performing teams who can thrive under pressure.

For Media & Speaking

Keynotes, interviews, and expert commentary on stress, resilience and leadership psychology.

Meet Dr Matt

 

I’m Dr Matt Slavin, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Performance Consultant, and founder of Mental Advantage.

For over a decade, I’ve helped ambitious individuals and high-pressure teams perform at their best without burning out. My work spans healthcare, elite sport, education, and corporate leadership… always grounded in clinical psychology, neuroscience, and human-first leadership. To date, I’ve supported more than 300 clients and organisations and trained over 2,500 professionals through workshops, keynotes, and high-impact programmes. My insights have been featured on the BBC, Radio 5 Live, and Forbes.

At the heart of it all is one belief:
The sharpest edge in any field is mental.

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