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Is Your Child Losing Confidence in Sports?
Every parent wants to see their child thrive in sports. But when your young athlete starts doubting themselves, getting frustrated, shrinking under pressure, or talking about quitting — it’s hard to know what to say or do.
That’s exactly what we help with.
Dr. Patrick Cohn and our team of certified mental performance coaches have worked with thousands of young athletes across every sport for over 30 years. Using our proven Mental Edge system, we give kids and teens the mental skills to compete with confidence, bounce back from setbacks, and enjoy sports again.
Virtual sessions via Zoom make it easy — no commute, no scheduling headaches. Your child can meet with a world-class mental coach from your living room.
By engaging in online sports psychology, athletes enhance their mental preparation and game-day performance. Feedback from virtual sports psychology sessions can propel athletes to newfound levels of success. Virtual sports psychology is a proactive approach to addressing mental health in sports.
“Ashley wanted me to let you know that she placed very well at her competition this past weekend, thanks to you! She won the short, won the long, and had her personal best. She now looks at her competitions like ice shows and has fun. It is really nice to see her thoroughly enjoying the skate. She is very focused and very confident. We definitely attribute this to you.”*
~Brenda Glassco, Skating Parent
It’s no secret that sports success is linked closely to an athlete’s mental toughness. If your young athletes struggle to perform well in competition, are frustrated with their performance, talk about quitting or display low confidence levels, mental game training can help. Both you and your young athlete can learn how to build mental toughness and improve performance with sports psychology coaching for kids. Learn more about virtual sessions.
How Young Athletes Benefit from Mental Coaching
Most young athletes who under perform in competition aren’t lacking talent or effort — they’re lacking mental skills. Here’s what we teach them:
To become mentally tough, young athletes need to learn how to:
- Build confidence that transfers easily from practice to competition.
- Define and manage the high expectations and beliefs that lead to frustration and discouragement
- Supercharge focus and confidence before competition
- Let go and quickly move on from mistakes, losses and setbacks
- Manage distractions and negative self-talk to perform with laser-like focus.
Joining our virtual sports psychology programs can significantly improve your athlete’s focus and performance.
What Parents Learn from Working with a Mental Game Coach
To be an effective and influential sports parent, you’ll learn to:
- Assess what you might be doing or saying to hurt your athlete’s confidence
- Say and do the right thing to your athletes to boost their confidence before and after competition.
- Help your athletes thrive in sports with four key questions you should always ask after games.
- Encourage your athlete to play their best without pressuring them
- Understand what is holding your athlete back from a relaxed and focused performance in competition.
- Apply mental toughness skills to boost performance, make lasting changes and help your child succeed in both sports and in life.
One-on-one coaching — whether virtual or in person — is the fastest way to create real, lasting change. And unlike most coaching programs, we work with both the athlete and the parent. Because what you say after a game matters just as much as what happens during it. Call us at 888-742-7225 with any questions.
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In mental performance coaching sessions, virtual sports psychology is a foundational element for success…
“Don’t wait until your athlete hits a snag to get help with mental training or the mental game. At that time, it might be too late. “Invest in a sports psychologist or mental performance coach long before your might need it.”
~Max Browne
“Most importantly, in just a few session the mental coaching has already helped her and that is what really matters!”*
~Reena Kelly, Gymnastics mom
About Patrick J. Cohn, Ph.D
Dr. Patrick Cohn is the founder of Peak Performance Sports. Dr. Cohn has worked with athletes and teams worldwide from a variety of sports backgrounds. As the president and founder of Peak Performance Sports (Orlando, Florida), Dr. Patrick J. Cohn is dedicated to instilling confidence and composure, and teaching effective mental game skills to help athletes, teams and corporate professionals perform at maximum levels.
In addition to working with athletes and teams, Dr. Cohn teaches parents, coaches and athletic trainers how to help athletes achieve peak performance through mental game skills. Learn more about virtual session with a mental performance coach.
Dr. Cohn is known for making complex mental skills practical and immediately usable — athletes often report breakthroughs within the first two sessions.
About Jaclyn Ellis, M.S., MGCP
Jaclyn Ellis, M.S., MGCP, is a mental performance coach for Peak Performance Sports. She earned a Master’s degree from Illinois State University. Her passion is working with athletes, coaches and parents to enhance both performance and enjoyment of sports.
Jaclyn’s background as a competitive athlete herself means she connects quickly with young athletes who feel like no one truly understands the pressure they’re under.
She has a background in competitive sports including soccer, volleyball and tennis. She also performed in advanced show choirs for many years. Additionally, she was a competitive youth head soccer coach in Bloomington, IL.
She has provided mental performance coaching to youth and elite athletes in various sports. Jaclyn has experience using cognitive programs like NeuroTracker and Eye Matrix to improve an athlete’s eye-tracking movements and cognitive functioning. Learn more about virtual session with a mental performance coach.
About Lane Schwatz, M.S., MGCP
Lane Schwarz is a mental performance coach with a Master of Science in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology from Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he carried a perfect 4.0 GPA. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Allied Health Science from Luther College, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a 3.88 GPA.
Lane is working toward earning his Certified Mental Performance Coach (CMPC) designation through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and is completing the Mental Game Coaching Professional (MGCP) certification, trained directly by Dr. Patrick Cohn of Peak Performance Sports, LLC.
Lane’s calm, conversational style is especially effective with athletes who are skeptical or resistant to the idea of mental coaching at first.
Learn more about virtual session with a mental performance coach. Contact us to learn more about how virtual sports psychology can help your young athlete excel.
About Carolyne Lawley, M.S., MGCP
Carolyne is a mental performance coach for Peak Performance Sports. She earned a Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of North Texas. She played collegiate basketball and was also a competitive track and field athlete in high school. Following college, she continued her athletic career by playing two years of professional basketball in Europe.
Carolyne has coached basketball and track at both the youth and high school levels. She is currently completing the requirements to become a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through AASP, as well as a Mental Game Coaching Professional (MGCP) with Peak Performance Sports, LLC. Coach Carolyne has provided mental performance coaching to collegiate athletes. Learn more about virtual session with a mental performance coach.
Our Coaching Programs Include:
- Young Athlete’s Mental Aptitude Assessment (YAMAP)
Every program begins with our proprietary Young Athlete Mental Aptitude Assessment (YAMAP) — a diagnostic tool that identifies exactly what mental barriers are holding your child back. There’s no guesswork. Your athlete’s program is built around their specific challenges from day one. - Parent Assessment
Our parent assessment is used to determine how you can best support your young athlete. - Pre-game and Post-game Checklists
These checklists help parents know what to say and do before, after and during a competition. - Personalized Mental Game Plan
Your athlete will be given a custom game plan based on their specific challenges. The mental game plan will act as a road-map for their mental training sessions. The mental game plan will outline exactly what mental strategies will help their performance. - Weekly Coaching Sessions
Four, 45-minute coaching sessions conducted via Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, in person or over the phone. Each session is designed to teach your athlete how to apply mental strategies for practice and games. They will work directly with one of our coaches and learn how to improve their mindset and performance. - Unlimited email correspondence with our staff
You are welcome to email our staff with any and all questions you have during the course of your athlete’s mental training program. - Our Exclusive Mental Edge Workbooks
You and your athlete will receive our exclusive workbooks that will allow you to review and apply mental game strategies between sessions.
Improve Your Mental Game From Anywhere In The World
We work with athletes in all 50 states and internationally. If your child has a device and an internet connection, we can work together. Parents tell us virtual sessions are actually more convenient — no driving, no waiting rooms, and athletes tend to open up more in their own environment.
Complimentary 15-Minute Online Coaching Session
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Find Out How Your Athlete Can Benefit From One-on-One Mental Coaching!
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Tell us about your athlete and we’ll reach out within one business day to schedule your free call. In 15 minutes, you’ll know whether our program is the right fit — and what’s been holding your child back.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old does my child need to be to benefit from mental coaching?
We work with young athletes as young as 12 years old through college age. The sessions and language are always adapted to your child’s age and maturity level. Many parents are surprised at how quickly even young athletes respond to simple mental skills training.
How is this different from seeing a therapist or counselor?
Mental performance coaching is not therapy. We don’t treat mental health conditions — we teach mental skills. Think of it like working with a pitching coach, but for the mind. We focus on confidence, focus, composure, and consistency in competition. If a child needs clinical support, we will let you know.
My child seems fine emotionally. Do they really need this?
Many of our best results come from athletes who are performing well but want to take it to the next level. You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit. Mental coaching is a proactive investment — like strength training for the brain. The earlier athletes build these skills, the bigger the advantage.
How does virtual coaching work? Will it be as effective as in-person?
Sessions are conducted via Zoom and are just as effective as in-person coaching. Dr. Cohn and our coaches have worked with athletes all over the world this way for years. Your child can join from home, a hotel room, or anywhere with an internet connection.
What if my child is resistant or skeptical?
This is very common. Most kids come in a little guarded and warm up quickly once they realize the sessions are conversational, not lecture-based. Our coaches are experienced at building rapport with young athletes. Parents are often amazed at how engaged their child becomes by session two. Contact us for help with this challenge.
How many sessions will my child need?
Most athletes start with a four-session program, which includes the AMAP assessment, a mental game plan, and four weekly coaching sessions. Some athletes continue beyond that to deepen their skills. We’ll give you an honest recommendation after the first session.
Will I as a parent be involved in the sessions?
Yes. Parent involvement is a key part of our approach. You’ll learn what to say and what not to say before and after competitions, four key questions to ask after games, and how to support your athlete without adding pressure. Many parents tell us the coaching changes how they show up at games just as much as it changes their child.
Is there a guarantee?
We stand behind our work and have helped thousands of athletes over 30+ years. Results vary by athlete, but we’ll tell you honestly after the first session whether we believe the program is a strong fit. Our free 15-minute consultation is the best place to start — no commitment, no pressure.
How do I get started?
Call us at 407-909-1700 fill out the contact form on this page. We’ll schedule your free 15-minute consultation so you can ask questions, share what your child is struggling with, and find out if our program is the right fit.
What Sports Parents Say About our Coaching
“Our son is a 10-year old amateur motocross racer who Coach Miller has helped for the last several months. We have seen noticeable improvements in his ability to continue pushing rather than giving up when something does not go his way during a race or if something happens that he was not expecting. His intensity level has increased, and he has become more focused on his goals rather than his expectations. We are thankful for Coach Miller’s assistance to help our son learn how to handle and deal with the mental side of his riding and on-track performance.”*
~Chad and Courtney Keller
“I want to thank you for the great work you are doing with Ty. He seems to be soaring with confidence right now. We are flying out to see him pitch next weekend. He threw well Friday night and is drawing a lot of interest from several Division 1 schools.”*
~Randy Sullivan, Baseball Parent
“Michelle had the best weekend of soccer she has ever played. She was relaxed, did not get frustrated with herself or teammates, and never once ‘shut down.’ Numerous parents noticed a difference in her composure and attitude. Thanks again for EVERYTHING… Michelle is in a very good place right now!”*
~Diana, Michelle’s Mother
“Autumn has been doing AWESOME! Her speed and decision making are drastically better. She is much more confident, and the results are showing. Thanks again for all your help with Autumn. She is really doing well and I’m confident much of it comes from your help!”
~Brian Criste, Racing Parent
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Disclaimer
*Testimonials found on this site are examples of what we have done for other clients, and what some of our clients have said about us. However, we cannot guarantee the results in any case. Your results may vary and every situation is different. No compensation was provided for these testimonials.