Center for Sport and Performance Psychology

A successful performance generally is composed of three things.  First, one has to be physically prepared. Second, one has to be technically prepared in the skills and strategies of one’s sport or performing art. Third, one must also be mentally prepared with an optimal level of self-confidence and to able to focus and concentrate in the present moment.  Psychological skills training refers to the systematic and consistent practice of psychological skills and is a necessary part of performance success. 

Athletes and performing artists (e.g., dance, music, theatre) from a wide variety of sports and performing arts recognize the importance of the mental side of performance. More specifically, individuals involved with sport and performing arts understand that to perform at a peak and consistent level, one must possess and utilize a number of psychological skills.  

The Center for Sport and Performance Psychology provides comprehensive mental health services to athletes, performing artists, and populations in high stress professions with the opportunity to learn and develop psychological skills with a focus on increased self-awareness and self-regulation in order to consistently perform at your peak level, enhance confidence and resiliency, and to develop your full potential with the goal of achieving your best. We aim to help you reach your goals, enhance optimal performance, and to improve overall well-being on a consistent basis. 

The Center for Sport and Performance Psychology model of treatment and related services are consistent with the overall mission of the Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) which is “to unlock human potential through research-informed, client-directed, and compassionate counseling, psychological testing, research, and education.” The Center for Sport and Performance Psychology focus is consistent with the values of CBI that include providing evidence-based practices, strengths-based approach, compassionate care, and community engagement.