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I’m a performance psychologist, educator, and mental performance consultant with a passion for helping athletes and teams reach their peak potential. With a PhD in General Psychology (Performance Psychology emphasis), an MS in Sport Administration, and an MA in Counseling, I combine research-backed strategies with hands-on experience to improve focus, resilience, leadership, and overall performance.

I’ve worked with athletes across all levels—from youth and high school teams to semi-professional and NCAA athletes—designing individualized mental skills plans, leading workshops, and mentoring individuals to achieve both personal and athletic goals. My dissertation focused on athlete identity and transitions, giving me a unique perspective on the psychological challenges athletes face both on and off the field.

In addition to applied coaching, I have experience in student leadership and program development, having served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Chair of the Student Support & Advocacy Committee at the University of New Mexico. I’m also completing my CMPC certification, ensuring that my work reflects the latest best practices in mental performance.

I am passionate about integrating mental performance, leadership, and holistic development to empower athletes, teams, and individuals to thrive in competition, academics, and life.

I help athletes unlock their full potential by combining mental skills, resilience training, and leadership development. Whether you’re preparing for a big game, working on consistency, or navigating transitions in your sport, I provide strategies and tools to elevate your performance.

Specifically, I can help you:

Build Focus & Confidence: Learn how to stay in the zone, handle pressure, and perform consistently under stress.

Develop Mental Resilience: Overcome setbacks, maintain motivation, and bounce back stronger from mistakes or losses.

Enhance Decision-Making & Game IQ: Train your mind to make faster, smarter decisions during competition.

Set & Achieve Goals: Create a roadmap for your athletic and personal growth, with measurable steps and accountability.

Improve Team Cohesion & Leadership: Strengthen communication, trust, and leadership skills to elevate team performance.

Navigate Transitions: Prepare for changes in your sport, whether moving to a higher level of competition, recovering from injury, or planning life after athletics.

Through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and tailored performance plans, I provide athletes with practical, actionable strategies to perform at their peak—both on and off the field.

Every session is tailored to your goals, sport, and current performance level, combining practical mental skills, strategy, and personal reflection. A typical session might include:

Check-In & Goal Setting

Discuss recent performance, challenges, and mindset.

Set clear, actionable goals for the session and beyond.

Mental Skills Training

Focus on techniques such as visualization, concentration, self-talk, and arousal regulation.

Practice applying these skills in sport-specific scenarios.

Performance Analysis & Feedback

Review recent competition or practice performance.

Identify patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement.

Resilience & Focus Drills

Exercises to enhance confidence, stress management, and decision-making under pressure.

Simulate game situations to reinforce mental strategies.

Reflection & Action Plan

Recap session takeaways.

Assign exercises or mental drills to practice independently before the next session.

Each session is designed to empower athletes, strengthen mental resilience, and translate psychological strategies directly into improved performance on and off the field.

The best coach I ever had was someone who not only taught me the technical skills of the game but also emphasized mental toughness, resilience, and personal growth. They treated athletes as whole people, helping us develop confidence, leadership, and focus both on and off the field. What made them exceptional was their ability to listen, adapt, and inspire, creating an environment where every athlete felt supported and challenged to reach their full potential. Their guidance showed me that true coaching goes beyond wins and losses—it’s about cultivating character, mindset, and lifelong skills.

I am passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. I combine evidence-based mental performance strategies with real-world experience in sport, coaching, and leadership to help athletes build confidence, focus, resilience, and leadership skills.

I believe every athlete is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet individual needs—whether it’s preparing for high-pressure competitions, navigating transitions in sport, or developing lifelong skills off the field. Parents can trust that my goal is to support their athlete’s growth holistically, fostering both performance improvement and personal development.

With a PhD in Performance Psychology, experience coaching youth and high school teams, and applied consulting with athletes at all levels, I bring a combination of academic expertise, hands-on coaching experience, and mentorship to every session. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and motivating environment where athletes thrive.