Book Private Mental-performance Lessons with Coach Mikah

I’m a mental performance–focused coach with a B.A. in Sport Psychology, an M.A. in Sport Management, and current graduate study in Applied Sport Psychology. I’ve coached middle school and high school cross-country athletes and bring the perspective of an NCAA All-American in both track and cross-country. My coaching style is a blend of science, structure, and genuine care. I focus on helping athletes build confidence, strong habits, emotional control, and resilience, which are skills that translate far beyond sport. I’m passionate about athlete development and committed to helping each athlete grow in a supportive, professional, and high-energy environment.

My approach helps athletes perform better by holistically strengthening both the physical and mental sides of their sport. I teach athletes how to manage pressure, build confidence, set practical goals, create consistent routines, and stay focused when it matters most. Using proven sport psychology strategies such as visualization, self-talk, pre-performance routines, attention control, and emotional regulation, I help athletes compete with clarity rather than stress. Whether you’re trying to break through performance plateaus, build better habits, or develop the mindset of an elite competitor, I’ll give you tools that are practical, reliable, and tailored to your needs and personality.

Training sessions combine physical skill development with mental performance work. We’ll start by holistically checking in on goals, confidence levels, and recent performances. From there, we move into structured training: drills, pacing work, running mechanics, or sport-specific technique, all matched to your age and skill level. Throughout the session, I integrate mental skills such as breathing strategies, focus cues, visualization, and self-talk to help you learn to stay composed and consistent under pressure. We end sessions by reviewing what went well, what we’re improving next, and a simple mental assignment or habit to practice during the week. Every session is individualized, supportive, intentional, and designed to help you grow as both an athlete and a person.

The best coach I ever had was someone who balanced high standards with genuine care; they saw me as an individual first and an athlete second. They communicated clearly, built trust, and understood that training and well-being go hand in hand. They challenged me, but they also listened. That philosophy helps shape my approach by empowering athletes, respecting their individuality, and developing both their performance and their confidence. Their leadership taught me the value of patience and trusting the process, ethical decision-making, and the responsibility coaches have in shaping character, not just results.

Athletes and parents should know that I coach with professionalism, integrity, and respect, values grounded in the AASP Code of Ethics and within my competence as a mental performance coach. I provide developmentally appropriate training, communicate clearly, protect confidentiality, and keep athlete well-being at the center of every decision. I combine my background in sport psychology with technical coaching to help athletes build confidence, healthy routines, emotional control, and strong mindsets that last a lifetime. I never take a one-size-fits-all approach; every athlete gets individualized attention and a supportive environment where they can grow at their own pace. My goal is to help athletes perform their best and develop the tools to thrive in both sport and life.