Athlete Performance & Mindset Coaching
Perform with pressure, not without it.
Performance and mindset coaching helps athletes develop skills for staying present, responding effectively to setbacks, and taking actions that support their goals, even when difficult thoughts and emotions show up.
Who It's For:
- Team sports athletes
- Recreational athletes pursuing performance goals
- Individual sport athletes
- Athletes returning after injury
- Fitness & physical training enthusiasts working toward challenging personal goals
Common Challenges:
- Performance anxiety
- Focus
- Fear of failure
- Confidence
- Motivation struggles
- Burnout and life balance
- Challenges returning to sport after injury or time away
These experiences are a normal part of athletic participation. You don't need to wait until things feel “bad enough” to seek support.
My Approach:
Many performance strategies focus on increasing confidence or reducing anxiety. While those goals can be helpful, difficult thoughts and emotions are a normal part of competition. We will focus on developing the following skills:
Present-Moment Focus
Learning to bring attention back to what is happening right now instead of getting pulled into worries about outcomes, mistakes, or future performance
Psychological Flexibility
Building the ability to respond effectively when challenging emotions, thoughts, or pressure show up
Values-Based Performance
Identifying the type of athlete and person you want to be, then practicing actions that move you in that direction
Resilience Through Setbacks
Developing skills for recovering from mistakes, losses, plateaus, and challenges without getting trapped in self-criticism
What Sessions May Include:
- Clarifying performance and personal values
- Managing competition-related anxiety
- Pre-performance routines
- Focus and attention training
- Goal setting and follow-through
- Responding to mistakes during competition
- Commitment to training plans
- Building sustainable habits
- Navigating setbacks and disappointments
- Increasing consistency in practice and competition
Working Alongside Coaches & Trainers:
Athlete Performance & Mindset Coaching is designed to complement, not replace, the work of coaches, trainers, strength and conditioning professionals, medical providers, and other members of an athlete's support team.
When appropriate and with permission, collaborative communication can help ensure support remains aligned with your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Is this therapy?
We focus on performance, mindset, values-based action, and cognitive behavioral skills development. It is not a substitute for mental health treatment or medical care.
Do I have to be struggling to benefit?
No! Many athletes seek support proactively to strengthen cognitive behavioral skills, improve consistency, or work toward specific goals.
What sports do you work with?
Any! The focus is less on the sport itself and more on developing skills that are effective under pressure.
Can parents be involved?
For younger athletes, parent involvement may be appropriate and can be discussed based on individual needs and preferences.
Ready to Learn More?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your goals and determine whether we're a good fit for you.
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