My story
Athletics have shaped my life from an early age, eventually leading me to compete in collegiate soccer and earn All-American honors. What others didn’t see was the internal struggle—performance anxiety, low confidence, negative body image, and constant self-doubt. I often felt stuck in my own thoughts without the tools to understand or navigate them. Looking back, that experience sparked my passion for the work I do today.
After college, I transitioned to elite ultramarathon racing, competing in events up to 100 miles, including UTMB 176k and Lavaredo 120k. As an athlete, I actively practice the mental skills I now teach—focus, composure, reframing, and resilience. Through setbacks, DNFs, and challenging seasons, I’ve learned how to respond with intention rather than emotion.
My curiosity and personal experience led me to immerse myself in sport psychology and human performance, earning certifications and advanced education to better understand the psychological and physiological foundations of peak performance. Beyond academics, my journey with sport psychology has been transformative. It has reshaped how I train, compete, and engage with my sport—not from a place of fear or pressure, but from a place of freedom, curiosity, and alignment with my values.
My goal is to share that knowledge and lived experience with others. I aim to help athletes and performers cultivate a resilient and flexible mindset, develop individualized skills to manage adversity, and engage with their craft in a way that unlocks their full potential. Whether you're chasing a finish line, a PR, a breakthrough in confidence, or simply wanting to understand your inner world better, I’m here to help you navigate the mental side of performance so you can show up as your best, most authentic self.
Education & Certifications
Education:
2025: Doctorate in Sport & Performance Psychology; University of Western States
2019: Master’s in Applied Sport Science and Coach Education; East Tennessee State University
2015: Bachelor’s in Psychology; Warren Wilson College
Certifications:
Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) — Association for Applied Sport Psychology
ACE Certified Health Coach — American Council on Exercise
NASM Certified Personal Trainer — National Academy of Sports Medicine
My Philosophy:
My role is to help athletes and performers understand their thoughts, beliefs, and emotions so they can respond with clarity, confidence, and resilience.
In our work together, we’ll focus on four key areas:
Self-Awareness – noticing the patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior that influence performance.
Engagement – actively practicing mental skills both in and outside of sessions.
Self-Regulation – learning to manage emotions, attention, and stress.
Continuous Growth – building a mindset that embraces challenges and adapts over time.
I don’t aim to erase doubt or eliminate negative thoughts. Those are normal and part of being human. Instead, I equip clients with tools to accept unproductive thoughts without letting them dictate behavior. Together, we work to shift internal narratives, strengthen confidence, and stay focused on what truly matters: effort, growth, and values-driven performance.
My approach is collaborative and personalized. I see every athlete as a unique puzzle, and I tailor strategies to fit your goals and personality. I also believe in preparing athletes for life beyond sport by fostering identities rooted not just in performance, but in who you are as a whole person.