Steve Peters

Psychiatrist & Performance Coach

  • Founder & CEO of Chimp Management
  • Former Expert Advisor to the World Anti-Doping Agency
  • Senior Honorary Clinical Lecturer at Sheffield Medical School
  • Bestselling author of ‘The Chimp Paradox’, ‘A Path Through The Jungle’, ‘The Silent Guides’ & ‘My Hidden Chimp’

Discover Steve Peters’s biography of published work below.

The Chimp Paradox, Book Cover
The Chimp Paradox
The Silent Guides, Book Cover
The Silent Guides
My Hidden Chimp, Book Cover
My Hidden Chimp
A Path Through The Jungle, Book Cover
Path Through The Jungle

When Steve Peters is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Optimising the Performance of the Human Mind
Building Resilience: The Basis for Success
How to Turn Stress into Action
Embracing Change to Create Opportunity
Creating High Performance
Leadership: It’s All in the Mind? Insights for Effective Leaders
Addressing Health and Wellbeing

Steve Peters is a highly regarded psychiatrist and performance coach known for his expertise in mental health and high performance. As a motivational speaker, Steve is sought after for his unique ability to explain the complexities of the human mind and its impact on performance. With years of experience working with elite athletes, corporate leaders, and public figures, Steve is often hired to speak on mental resilience, stress management, and optimising human potential. His speaking engagements inspire audiences to unlock their full potential by better understanding how the brain functions under pressure.

Steve’s journey began with a medical degree from St Mary’s Medical School at London University, followed by a prestigious membership at the Royal College of Psychiatrists. His early career in medicine was marked by numerous academic achievements, including a CCST in General Adult and Old Age Psychiatry and a Master’s degree in Medical Education. Steve’s expertise and dedication led him to become the Clinical Director of Mental Health Services for the NHS and an influential figure in the psychiatric field. These roles, combined with his work on the Examination Panel of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, helped solidify his standing as a leading authority in mental health and high-performance psychology.

In recent years, Steve has taken his career to even greater heights, focusing on performance psychology in the sports world. As the founder and CEO of Chimp Management, a consultancy specialising in mindset and performance coaching, he has worked closely with high-profile clients like the British Cycling Team and Olympic champions such as Sir Chris Hoy and Victoria Pendleton. Additionally, Steve has collaborated with elite sports professionals like Ronnie O’Sullivan and Liverpool FC, enhancing their mental approach to performance. His book, ‘The Chimp Paradox’, has achieved widespread recognition, making him a leading voice in self-development and mental health.

Steve Peters is hired for his ability to translate complex psychological principles into actionable strategies for success. Whether addressing athletes, executives, or general audiences, he speaks on key topics such as resilience, leadership, and performance optimisation. His deep expertise, combined with his relatable delivery, makes him a highly sought-after speaker for those looking to achieve excellence in any field.

Official Testimonials

Steve Peters is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Steve Peters is a truly inspirational speaker with content that resonated so well with our delegates. His expertise, engaging approach and ability to convey clearly were complemented by his humour and down-to-earth approach. This connected with the delegates and motivated them. There is still much talk of Steve Peter’s session back at the office and it certainly put the icing on the cake at our event.”

Intercontinental Hotel Group

“He was brilliant. We could not have asked for better”

National Housing Federation

To enquire about Steve Peters for your event or corporate function, simply contact us via agent@high-performance-speakers.com or call a booking agent on 0203 0070 319.