Sports & Performance
Whether you’re an athlete, a professional in a high-pressure field, or someone striving for excellence in your craft, the mental and emotional side of performance can make all the difference. Sometimes the challenges you face can feel like barriers that hold you back from performing your best or enjoying the process. Together we can explore what’s getting in your way and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
I work with athletes at all levels from team sports and USport or ACAC competitors to professional and National athletes, in addition to professionals in demanding careers like law, medicine, corporate roles, and academia. I understand the pressures and expectations that come with performing at a high level or navigating fast paced environments. Whether you’re dealing with competition nerves, recovering from injury, managing stress, or navigating life after sport or performance, I’m here to support you.
At In Your Element, our focus will be on building your mental skills, strengthening your resilience, and helping you move toward the outcomes that matter most to you. My approach is tailored to your needs, and together we’ll practice strategies that help you perform and live at your best.
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GROUP/TEAM SESSIONS:
I also offer team and group educational sessions on topics like confidence, visualization, managing pressure, recovering from mistakes, and goal achievement. Email me at info@inyourelementpsych.com so we can design a session that fits your group’s needs. $400 per hour (all materials included).
In-person and Virtual (located across Alberta) appointments are available.
Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 1:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Friday: 11am-6pm
Saturday: 11am-6pm
60-minute session: $235
90-minute session: $353
I am not currently accepting practicum students or offering supervision for provisional psychologists.
Areas I Can Support You With:
Injury recovery and return to play
Being sidelined by injury can be frustrating and discouraging. I can support you in rebuilding confidence as you return after surgery, concussion, or rehab. This might also mean coping with not being able to participate in your sport or move your body in the way you’re used to, managing setbacks, dealing with persistent pain, or handling the fear of re-injury.
Building confidence
Whether it’s stepping onto the field, into a classroom, or into a big interview, confidence can make all the difference. Together we’ll work on building the self-belief you need to show up authentically and perform to your ability in athletics, academics, or other high-pressure settings.
High school, USport, and ACAC athletes
Balancing school, training, competitions, travel, and your relationships can feel overwhelming. I can help you find strategies to manage these demands while keeping space for your friendships, family, and personal well-being.
Professional athletes
At the elite level, the mental and emotional demands can feel just as intense as the physical ones. I work with you on navigating pressure, expectations, and performance while also finding balance in your relationships and life outside of sport.
Sport parent support
As a parent, it can be tough to know how best to support your child in their sport. Together we can navigate the stressors and demands of youth sport so you feel equipped to encourage your child while keeping family life in balance.
Transition out of competitive sport or performance
Stepping away from competitive environments can feel like losing a piece of yourself. I provide a space to help you process that change, adjust to new routines, and explore what comes next for you.
Performance anxiety
Nerves before a game, competition, or big moment are normal, but sometimes they can get in the way. I’ll help you find tools to manage anxiety so you can perform with clarity and confidence.
Increasing focus and concentration
When distractions or pressure pull you out of the moment, it’s hard to perform your best. We’ll work on strategies to stay present, locked in, and focused when it matters most.
Managing burnout and depression
When motivation is low and fatigue or overwhelm take over, it can feel hard to keep going. Together we’ll work on understanding what’s behind the burnout, finding balance, and creating space for rest and renewal.
Time management and motivation
Balancing training, school or work, and personal life isn’t easy. We’ll find strategies that help you stay motivated and organized without burning out.
Relationship skills
Whether it’s improving team communication, managing conflict, or strengthening personal relationships, I can help you develop skills that create healthier, more supportive connections.
Performing under pressure
When the stakes are high, staying calm can be tough. We’ll work on tools that help you stay steady, confident, and focused even in the biggest moments.
Concussions
Beyond the physical recovery, concussions often bring emotional and psychological challenges. I support you in managing these symptoms and adjusting to the changes they bring.
Exploration of athletic identity
Your sport is a big part of who you are, but it’s not all of you. Together we’ll explore who you are outside of your performance and build confidence in your identity beyond athletics.
Perfectionism
If high standards are keeping you stuck, we’ll work on creating more realistic expectations and learning to move forward after mistakes.
Recovering from mistakes and setbacks
Losses and failures are part of performance, but they don’t have to define you. I’ll help you build resilience and bounce back stronger.
Support for athletes away from home
Whether it’s homesickness, independence, or adjusting to a new environment, I’ll support you in building strategies to feel more grounded and confident.
Retired athletes in recreational settings
If stepping into recreational sport feels frustrating or discouraging after competing at a higher level, I can help you reconnect with movement in ways that feel joyful and meaningful.
Learning new sports
It’s not easy to be a beginner again. I’ll support you in building confidence, patience, and skills as you step into something new.
Outdoor and adventure sports support
Outdoor and endurance sports bring their own unique challenges. Whether it’s nerves, safety concerns, or managing risk in activities like ski touring, road cycling, mountain biking, or trail running, I’ll help you feel prepared and supported.