Sport Psychology | Nashville, TN
Helping pro athletes master their mental game
You’re a pro now and your livelihood depends on your performance. Prioritizing your mindset is no longer a luxury— it is a necessity. Let’s get to work.
Hey athlete, trailblazer, all-pro, starter, visionary, any of these sound familiar?
Overwhelming stress, pressure, or expectations
Difficulty adjusting to life as a professional athlete
Trouble breaking out of a mental block or performance slump
Distracting "noise" from local media, fans, social media, and others around you
Struggling to perform at a consistent level
Facing a make or break moment (e.g. contract year, prove it deal, winning in the postseason, etc.)
Fear of re-injury, losing your spot on the roster, or getting back to the athlete you were before your injury
Questions about your current motivation and drive
Difficulty balancing your professional life with your personal life (e.g. significant other, family)
Concerns about mental health and wellbeing
Questions about retirement and life after sports
We’ve got your back.
Supporting pro athletes in 4 critical areas
Whether you value discretion or want to make your mental game part of your platform, we’re here to guide you from start to finish. Schedule a consultation to better understand what it’s like to work 1:1 with our sport psychology team in one of the following areas.
Sports performance
Quiet overthinking.
Overcome fear of failure.
Manage performance anxiety.
Navigate stress and pressure.
Eliminate unhelpful distractions.
Address unrealistic expectations.
Manage the effects of fans, media, sponsorships, etc.
Injury recovery
Develop pain management techniques.
Minimize the risk of isolation and loneliness.
Maintain meaningful connections to the team.
Add mental tools that enhance rehabilitation exercises.
Overcome fear of reinjury and regain trust in your body.
Return to sport with confidence.
Team dynamics
Promote a healthy team culture.
Lead the charge and take your team to new heights.
Understand your role and responsibilities as a team leader.
Strengthen essential relationships with coaches, teammates, and others.
Personal Life
Balance your life with your career.
Solidify your personal values and identity.
Care for your mental health and wellbeing.
Establish boundaries both in and out of sport.
Navigate transitions into adulthood, family life, and more.
Prepare for a fulfilling and meaningful life after sport.
Sustain a sense of purpose during retirement.
We help pro athletes master their mind and their game
Everyone thinks when you get the contract or make the roster, it means you’ve arrived. We know better.
While going pro is certainly something to celebrate, the reality is your journey is far from over. Working on your mental game at this stage in your athletic career has moved from luxury to necessity.
Here at White House Sport Psychology, we help pro athletes like you hone your mindset with proven sport psychology techniques so you can live your dream and make the most of this life-changing opportunity.
Hear What Others Are Saying
Testimonials
A rare combination of sport performance and mental health support
“The staff at White House Sport Psychology is exceptional. Athletes love them because they have a special ability to be relatable and make the mental skills and strategies they teach easy to understand and actionable. Any athlete looking to optimize their performance and mental well-being would be lucky to work with White House Sport Psychology.”
Athletes like you are playing smarter
(not just harder)
A new mindset paves the way for a pro-ball contract
“Xavier” was a talented men’s basketball player who rarely received the recognition he deserved. But despite his performance and observable success, he often struggled on the inside, wondering if he’d ever reach his goal of playing professionally.
When he came to us, we explored the different layers of his struggles and uncovered the impact they had on his mindset and overall game. With a deeper understanding of his mind and several new techniques designed to enhance his focus and concentration, he was able to let go of distracting thoughts and emotions—thus maximizing his performance on the court.
Transforming his mindset and mental resilience led to a successful tryout and paved the way to a life-changing pro basketball contract.
Note: Names in the stories above have been changed to protect the privacy of our clients.
We’ve worked with athletes and teams from:
Master your mind, master your game
Schedule a consultation
During our initial meeting, we’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and aspirations as a pro athlete so we can develop a personalized plan tailored to your needs.
Get to work
With your goals established, we’ll begin implementing customized strategies and support to enhance your performance as an athlete and well-being as a person.
Elevate your game
Together, we’ll strengthen your mental game so you can optimize your performance and maximize your success. We’ll also support your mental health and wellbeing so you can live a fulfilling life outside the world of sport.
Our collection of resources for professional athletes
Check out these tips, tools, and resources to help you master your mind and optimize your performance.
What is Sport Psychology?
There is a lot of confusion around sport psychology and how it’s different from traditional psychology. And, when you’re an elite or high-performing athlete, it’s important to know the differences so you can make an informed decision and get back to performing at your highest level.
Are Mental Blocks Real?
When athletes talk about mental blocks, they are usually talking about a situation where they know how to do a specific skill but their mind gets in the way. we need to do more than simply recognize that the mind-body connection exists. We need to train the mind in addition to training the body.
Embracing Vulnerability: The Hidden Strength in Sport Psychology
Vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness. By prioritizing mental health and sport psychology training you can unlock your full athletic potential.
Your career rests on your mindset
We help pro athletes take their mental game to the next level so you can always be at your best. Remember, the body can only go as far as the mind will take it so make sure you train your mind, train your body, and train to WIN! Your career depends on it.
Answering your questions about sport psychology
See these answers to our most common questions.
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What sports do you work with?
At WHSP we work with athletes competing in ALL sports including:
- Team sports
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- Football, Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, Hockey, Softball, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, etc.
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- Individual sports
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- Tennis, Golf, Gymnastics, Diving, Figure Skating, Swimming, Running/CC/T&F, Triathlon, Ski/Snowboard, Mixed Martial Arts, etc.
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- Other sports
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- X-Games/Extreme sports, CrossFit Games, Equestrian, Climbing, Free Diving, Jockey/Horse racing, etc.
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- We also work with adaptive athletes and teams competing in sports adapted and designed for their abilities.
Do you offer traditional mental health services too?
How long are your sessions?
How often do you typically meet with clients?
Do you offer virtual appointments?
What does a typical session look like for an individual athlete?
We like to combine two main things in your sessions:
- Discussing your concerns in a way that helps you develop a deeper understanding of the issue as well as why it is troubling you.
- Teaching and practicing mental skills, strategies, and techniques you can use to help you manage those concerns more effectively both in your sport and in daily life.
Are you able to help an injured athlete?
Have you worked with professional athletes before?
Yes, many of our clients compete at the elite levels of sport including professional athletics.
Do you offer diagnostic testing for ADHD?
Yes, whether you are looking to clarify IF you (or your child) live with ADHD or you (or your child) already have a diagnosis and need an updated assessment, we can complete the testing you need to formally confirm (or not) an ADHD diagnosis.
- NOTE: Completing the testing process is an evaluation and does NOT automatically mean you (or your child) will receive an ADHD diagnosis.
- NOTE: For athletes who are subject to drug testing protocols, our testing process includes the elements that you need to receive a medical exemption for various medications that are often used to treat ADHD
Do you talk to parents or coaches about the things an athlete tells you in sessions?
It is important for our clients to know that we treat their privacy with the utmost respect and dignity. As an adult you have specific rights and privileges regarding your privacy. Specific questions about privacy and how we maintain confidentiality will be reviewed during our first session and can be discussed during ANY of your appointments.
What else can you do to help me protect my privacy?
We understand and value your desire for privacy, especially as someone who is easily recognized in public. We intentionally use an office that is “tucked away” from highly visible roads, shopping centers, and businesses. We also use strategic approaches to scheduling appointments that minimizes the likelihood of crossing paths with the general public.