Sports

An athlete’s mental training is as important as his or her physical training. Using the proven techniques of sports psychology, I help teen athletes

• compete with confidence
• eliminate negative self-talk
• overcome self-limiting beliefs
• build mental toughness and effective thinking
• bounce back from mistakes with more determination and focus
• correct bad habits
• maintain focus under pressure and when dealing with intimidating opponents
• control aggression on the field or court
• mentally rehearse winning performances

A 2009 study at the University of South Alabama on female national basketball players revealed that the combination of motor imagery and physical practice was found to significantly improve motor performance.

See “Using motor imagery to learn tactical movements in basketball.” Journal of Sport Behavior, 32.2, June 2009, p. 189.