About Our Team

With more than 25 years of experience, I founded BSPP in 2012 to serve performers across all levels and domains. As a dually-trained Sport and Performance Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Psychologist, my expertise is in working at the intersection of the two specialties. I combine a grounding in performance psychology research and principles with a deep background in psychological trauma and understanding of psychological health.

I have worked with elite performers in all realms, including leaders in Big 4 consulting firms, Olympic, professional and college athletes, and musicians from world-renowned symphony orchestras. I am also a founding member of the Performance Psychology Collective. I have served on the faculty at Boston University, teaching and supervising Master’s and Doctoral students in the Sport & Performance Psychology specialization within the Counseling Psychology program. I also provide training and consultation to other professionals and organizations across the country and have authored numerous publications, lectured at universities, hospitals and medical school programs, and presented my work at local, national, and international conferences and trainings.

In addition to my sport psychology background, I have expertise in trauma, having specialized in trauma treatment, provided training and consultation to other professionals in the field of traumatic stress, and conducted research on cutting-edge trauma treatments for more than 15 years. Prior to joining Boston University, I served as Program and Clinical Director at the Trauma Center and Metrowest Behavioral Health Center at JRI. I am trained in EMDR and Critical Incident Stress Management. Check out the book I co-authored, “Treating Adult Survivors of Emotional Abuse and Neglect: Component-based Psychotherapy” (Guilford Press, 2018).

Throughout my childhood I participated in competitive tennis. As an adult I discovered the joy of cycling and triathlons. Though my goal has never been to break records (except my own), fitness and sport bring energy and fun to my life and provide an outlet for my competitive spirit. The White Mountains of New Hampshire are now my home and playground, where I love playing pickleball, cycling, attempting to cross-country ski, and doing CrossFit, but am equally happy curling up with a good book and my three Jack Russell terriers.

As both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, I draw on training in both clinical and sport psychology interventions to work with performers of all domains, experience, and level of skill. My aim is to create a client-led, collaborative environment that allows individuals to work toward their goals for not only performance, but for their overall mental well-being.

I have had the pleasure of working with a wide range of athletes and performers from across many skill levels. This includes high school, college, professional, and Olympic athletes, high-level classical musicians, theater actors in both community and Broadway productions, and even professional video game competitors. I have also had the opportunity to teach mental skills workshops to athletic teams, lead training sessions for coaches, and provide mentorship to aspiring mental performance consultants on their educational journey.

On the clinical side, I have trained and worked in a number of unique settings to develop specializations in trauma and LGBTQ+ identities. I provided equine-assisted trauma treatment to children and adolescents with the Justice Resource Institute in Boston, MA. I also worked as both researcher and therapist for the Behavioral Medicine Department at Massachusetts General Hospital, where I aided in the development and implementation of clinical psychotherapy trials for individuals living with HIV. Most recently, I have been providing outpatient care for clients of all kinds at Sanative Counseling and Wellness Center. I am also trained in Brainspotting for the treatment of trauma and other mental health/performance concerns.

Sports have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember — especially while growing up in Philadelphia as a Philly sports fan. I spent many years jumping from season to season of softball, basketball, soccer, and horseback riding, until eventually landing on field hockey, where I went on to play Division I as a goalkeeper at the University of Richmond and coach for local Virginia club teams. Since retiring from hockey, I’m staying active through weightlifting, hiking around the beautiful scenery of Southern Maine, and being “reasonably” competitive in rec kickball. But you might also find me hanging out inside with my two kittens and my gecko, Dave, when the New England weather gets a little dicey.

As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), I aim to work alongside my clients to foster sustainable performance excellence both in sport and in life. I use my foundation of sport psychology and clinical training to help performers optimize outcomes and improve consistency in all domains. In addition, I provide mentorship to professionals seeking to become a CMPC.

My experience ranges from working with youth, collegiate, and Olympic athletes to supporting coaches, performing artists, directors and corporations in their pursuit of performance excellence. I have worked within collegiate environments at Harvard University, Boston University, and the University of Oklahoma. I also bring expertise in youth athletics, supporting school-based programs, traveling leagues, and individual elite performers.

Rather than focusing on “being mentally tough” all the time, I emphasize practical mental skills such as present-moment focus, emotional awareness, confidence under pressure, and values-driven action. My work is grounded in modern sport psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), helping athletes perform well because of their internal experiences, not in spite of them. Throughout all my work, I strive to build strong relationships with my clients through my core values of connection, awareness, and authenticity.

I grew up playing soccer and was a competitive dancer; today, I continue to tap dance while also enjoying any activity that’s as close as possible to a lake — staying close to my Minnesota roots. If you were to find me anywhere in Boston, it’s most likely exploring the Commons, trying out a new fitness class with friends, or visiting one of the many Tattes.

As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), I partner with my clients to develop sustainable mental skills grounded in an attunement to the present and a process-focused mindset that enhances personal growth. I also seek to help my clients understand their identities within and outside of performance domains to support mental well-being and flourishing.

My experience ranges from working with youth, collegiate, amateur, and professional athletes to collaborating with coaches and teams across NCAA Divisions. I have worked within collegiate environments at Harvard University, Boston University, Providence College, The University of Massachusetts Boston, Emmanuel College, and The University of Wisconsin Steven’s Point. I also bring expertise in psycho-social recovery from athletic injury.

I believe that sport and performance have the power to foster connection, enhance well-being, and encourage positive growth of the mind and body. At the same time, performance domains can become a source of stress, anxiety, and obligation, drastically impacting wellness and performance outcomes. In working with clients, I prioritize building relationships guided by my core values of trust, authenticity, and understanding. From there I aim to collaborate with clients to determine skills that fit their needs, support their goals, as well as encourage growth in the pursuit of performance excellence.

As a former Division I soccer player, sport, competitive spirit, and collaboration/teamwork have been pillars of my self-understanding tracing back to my youth. These days you can find me competing in summer soccer leagues around Boston, challenging myself to level up in the gym (currently in pursuit of the perfect pull up), cheering on New England sport teams, and searching out the best iced coffees the city has to offer.