Mental performance coaching is a multifaceted field that involves enhancing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects to optimize an individual’s overall performance. As a sport psychology consultant, I work with athletes who want to take their mental game to the next level. I do this through consultations and evaluations in person, online, in the office, and in the field.
Any working relationship should be looked upon in the context of long-term performance and success goals and not as a Band-Aid, quick fix. Therefore, developing new mental skills while overwriting maladaptive tendencies takes time. It requires effort, practice, and the documentation and analysis of attempts to enhance performances. This practice is the gold standard of sport psychology.
When working with me on your mental performance, consider the following:
Individualized Approach: we will tailor our coaching sessions to your unique needs and goals.
Goal Setting and Achievement: We will set realistic and achievable goals, fostering a sense of direction and motivation.
Cognitive Skills Development: We will develop techniques and exercises you use to enhance mental functions such as focus, concentration, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Emotional Regulation: We manage stress, anxiety, and other emotions that may impact your performance.
Performance Evaluation and Feedback: You will receive constant biofeedback on your progress and constructive coaching.
Confidentiality and Trust: I cannot stress the importance of a confidential and trusting coach-client relationship, creating a safe space for you to discuss performance-related matters.
Professional Credentials: I am board-certified through the American Board of Sport Psychology. I have earned certifications as a Mental Game Coaching Professional through Peak Performance Sports LLC and Level 3 Sports Psychology. I am a professional member of the American Board of Sport Psychology, the International Society of Sport Psychology, and the American Psychological Association, Division 47: Society for Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology.
Kevin Goddu, PhD, ABSP, MGCP
