Sport Psychology | Nashville, TN
Helping your team establish the culture and mindsets needed to maximize the moment and achieve sustained success
We guide coaches, athletic directors, and entire organizations to build the culture and implement the mental tools needed to optimize performance and maximize success.
Hey coach, athletic director, team president, GM, any of these sound familiar?
Declining team morale
Lack of leadership or direction
Difficulty managing outside distractions
Mounting pressure and expectations to win
The stress of balancing sports with personal lives
Low levels of confidence, motivation, or enthusiasm
Patterns of mental health or performance-related issues
Uncertainty and confusion regarding roles and responsibilities
Disagreement and infighting over power, control, and decision making
Losing recruits, athletes transferring to new schools, or failing to sign free agents
We’ve got your back.
Supporting your organization in 3 key areas
From enhancing performance to boosting team culture and dynamics, we’re here to help your team harness the power of the mind and master their mental game. Schedule a consultation to learn how our sport psychology services can support your athletes in the following areas.
Organizational Climate and Team Culture
Establish a foundation that will last for years to come.
Clarify ethos, values, purpose, and vision.
Set up interpersonal structures and processes.
Establish roles, responsibilities, and performance standards.
Understand the relationship and influence of human behavior on performance.
Maximize the value of collective expertise and collaborative effort.
Identify, recruit, develop, and retain talent.
Team Dynamics
Let’s equip you to lead when it matters most.
Lead the charge and take your team to new heights.
Understand your role and responsibilities as a team leader.
Strengthen essential relationships with athletes, coaches, and others.
Customize your approach to different people and personalities.
Establish boundaries both in and out of sport.
Promote a healthy team culture.
Sports Performance
Let’s take their mental game to the next level.
Quiet overthinking.
Overcome fear of failure.
Reduce performance anxiety.
Navigate stress and pressure.
Eliminate unhelpful distractions.
Build respect, trust, and team cohesion.
A note from our founder
“Our sport psychology practice was born out of my experience helping athletes at NCAA institutions like Michigan, Missouri, and Vanderbilt, as well as pro athletes in the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB. We understand the importance of having mentally strong athletes and team leaders who can foster cohesive teams that trust each other to win in and out of sport.
Whether it’s enhancing individual performance, building a strong team culture, or strengthening team dynamics, our goal is to empower your athletes to reach their full potential and perform at their best, both mentally and physically.”
— Tim White, Founder of White House Sport Psychology
Hear What Others Are Saying
Testimonials
WHSP gave my team mental tools they can use daily
“WHSP shared multiple lessons with my team that included a mix of classroom style presentations and group discussions plus hands-on activities that were geared specifically for baseball and my team. All the activities and discussions were very helpful in giving my team mental tools they can use not just in baseball but in any sport. I highly recommend WHSP for anyone looking to get an extra edge in their sport!”
— Carter, Baseball Coach
Our team has drastically improved after working with WHSP
“Several of our players have worked with WHSP over the last few years and the improvements in those players’ mental game, and overall performance, is obvious. WHSP does a great job teaching our athletes what a winning mindset looks like as well as how to be flexible competing under pressure and circumstances out of their control.”
— Kortney Dalrymple, Hyden Beach Academy
We’ve helped organizations from across the country
Infuse a winning mindset throughout your team
Schedule a consultation
During our initial meeting, we’ll discuss your team’s goals, challenges, and aspirations so we can develop a customized plan tailored to your needs.
Get to work
Next, we’ll thoroughly review your organization so we can implement strategies that will enhance your team and each individual athlete.
Elevate your organization
Together, we’ll strengthen your team’s culture and the mental game of the individual athletes so they can optimize their performance and achieve sustained success.
Our resource hub for sport organizations
Check out these tips, tools, and resources to help your athletes master their minds and optimize their performance.
6 Foundational Approaches College Athletic Departments Should Consider When Fulfilling the NCAA’s Mental Health Best Practices
At White House Sport Psychology, we’re all about helping athletes feel their best and perform at their peak. With the NCAA’s new mental health requirements expanding to include all member institutions, college athletic departments have a unique opportunity to set a firm foundation for supporting their athletes while complying with the updated mental health best practices.
Why Athletic Directors, Coaches, and Staff Need to Look Beyond the Campus Counseling Center When it Comes to Sport Psychology and Mental Health For Athletes
NCAA member institutions have been trying to find creative solutions to their student-athletes’ mental health and performance needs for several years. New NCAA legislation mandates that colleges and universities provide accessible and appropriate resources.
Why Specialized Expertise Matters in Sport Psychology
Imagine needing surgery and turning to your primary care physician. While they possess general medical knowledge, they lack the specialized training and experience required for surgical procedures.
Similarly, just because your neighbor is married doesn’t mean they’re qualified to offer marriage advice. And, while a football coach and a tennis coach both coach, you wouldn’t ask a football coach to lead a tennis practice or a tennis coach to manage a football team.
Everything starts with a simple conversation
We help your athletes develop a winning mindset, regain their mental edge after injury, and take their game to the next level. At the organizational level, we help specific teams, athletic departments, and professional organizations solidify the cultures and climates that boost team cohesion, optimize performance, and maximize results.
Answering your questions about sport psychology
Whether you’re a coach, athletic director, GM, or team president, read 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 team or group sessions?
Team or group sessions for your organization will vary based on your needs and the time available. Most sessions are 30-60 minutes long but some are as short at 15 minutes or as long as multiple hours. Contact us directly to discuss your needs so we can customize a group session for you.
Can you travel to work with my team or organization?
Yes! We enjoy visiting with teams at their facilities and are happy to travel to your specific location. Contact us to learn more and discuss logistics.
Can you assist coaches and front office personnel?
Yes! Coaches and other team personnel engage in their own form of performance and face their own challenges that require support from a trained sport psychologist. We are happy to assist all members of the organization with their unique needs.
Can you help with player evaluations and development?
Yes! We have access to a variety of assessments that help organizations understand their current athletes as well as those they wish to acquire. These evaluations help organizations make more informed decisions as well as enhance the development of their current athletes.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes! Although we encourage in-person sessions, we recognize the challenges of a busy schedule (and the fact that some athletes live outside of middle Tennessee). That’s why we meet with clients virtually on an as-needed basis.
Do you help injured athletes?
Yes, the mental side of injury, surgery, and long-term rehab is one of our specialties. We help injured athletes improve their mind-body connection and build the mental tools and techniques they need to recover better, faster, and feel more prepared to return to their sport.
Do you offer sessions for support staff, parents, or other people connected to the team?
Yes! There is a lot of value in meeting with these groups and sharing insight into how they can be the best ‘team behind the team.’ In these types of sessions we provide guidance related to the things a staff member or parent can say or do when supporting their athletes and teams.