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OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE, WELL-BEING, AND GROWTH
CANADIAN SPORT PSYCHOLOGY ASSOCIATION
CSPA Professional Members: British Columbia
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Yoshia Burton, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Biography: The science of performance is something Yoshia has been drawn to his entire life. The relentless pursuit of holistic excellence through mental and physical training that is driven by science and executed with passion is what guides Yoshia's practice. He has worked in high performance sport as a trainer, a recruiter, a scout, a coach, and now as a Mental Performance Coach, and he has refined his skills and knowledge over the past 20 years to have a very deep understanding of what elite performance truly is and how to achieve it.
Yoshia currently owns two personal training studios and employs 18 Kinesiologists. He has developed and created an Athlete Performance Academy partnered with the Abbotsford School District, and has experience working in amateur, university and professional sport. Yoshia's professional practice as a mental performance consultant is not limited to sport. Yoshia enjoys working with anyone who wants to perform at their best when it counts the most. He is also a father of two young sons. Him and his wife enjoy calling the Fraser Valley their home.
Language(s): English
location. Abbotsford, BC
email. yoshia@sportspsych.net
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John Coleman, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner of Axis Consulting, Calgary Sports Institute
Biography: Dr. John Coleman helps people achieve high performance by connecting them with their internal engine to conquer fear and unleash their unique brilliance. John has an expanded vision for the clients he works with that has helped individuals and teams win dozens of medals on the Olympic and Paralympic world stage.
His approach for consistent success involves using proven methods that draw on empirical knowledge and intuitive insights and is inclusive and applicable to anyone seeking to raise the level of their performance to realize their full potential.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Mental Health First Aid - Accredited
Language(s): English, French
location. Victoria, BC
email. apusiak@gmail.com
phone. 403-688-7023
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David Cox, PhD, R. Psych
Mental Performance Consultant & Registered Psychologist
Professional Affiliations: Department of Psychology, Simon Fraser University
Biography: David Cox is a clinical psychologist and professor in the clinical psychology training program in the Department of Psychology at Simon Fraser University. He serves as a sport psychologist to numerous provincial, national, and professional athletes, sports teams, and organizations. He is also currently the Chair of SportMed BC.
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. cox@sfu.ca
phone. 250-490-1628
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Scott Donald, MKin
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Mental Performance Consultant, Soul Performance
Biography: Scott Donald is a mental performance consultant currently living and working in Vancouver, BC. Inspired by his experience as a competitive runner and motivated by the belief that we always have access to our best state of mind, he prepares athletes with the tools they need to be more calm, confident, and focused.
For the past 4 years, Scott has worked with several high-performance teams including BC Speed Skating, Table Tennis North, and Curl BC. His passion for mental performance compliments his drive to learn and grow through every opportunity and challenge.
Self-described as a mindful optimist and inspired creator, Scott owns and operates Soul Performance, a company devoted to helping athletes be their best in sport and life.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Sport Education Certificate in Mental Performance Foundations, Canadian Sport Institute Pacific
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. scott@soulperformance.ca
website. www.soulperformance.ca
linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-donald-722193133/
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Laura Farres, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant and Registered Clinical Counsellor
Professional Affiliations: CEO, Mind in Motion Consulting; Instructor, Sport Science Department, Douglas College; Supervisor, MPC Program, Douglas College Athletics; Adjunct Professor, Theatre Department, UBC
Biography: Laura has a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Ottawa and is trained in educational and performance psychology. She is a registered clinical counsellor (RCC), a chartered professional coach (ChPC), a certified mental performance consultant, and professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association. She has worked in the field as a mental performance consultant (MPC) for over 25 years. She applies her knowledge and skills as an MPC and RCC to sport, exercise, and health contexts through her private practice, Mind in Motion Consulting, receiving referrals from Canadian Centre from Mental Health (CCMHS) and the Mental Health Network (MHN). She is also an Associate Director and faculty member in the Master of Counselling program at City University in Canada (Vancouver). Finally, Laura has formal training in supervision and has mentored numerous up and coming professionals in the field of mental performance through Mind in Motion’s MPC mentorship program.
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. drlaura@mindinmotion.ca
phone. 604-512-3256
website. www.mindinmotion.ca
twitter. @DrLauraMPC
linkedin. ca.linkedin.com/in/laurafarres
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Leanne Fielding, MA
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Canadian Certified Counsellor, Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Biography: Leanne has a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She is also a professional member of the Canadian Sports Psychology Association. Leanne has twenty years of counselling experience in a wide variety of settings within the counselling profession. She has been a Child and Youth Mental Health Clinician with Langley Child and Youth Mental Health for over 10 years. Through her private counselling practice, Leanne also provides Mental Performance Consulting to individuals, and groups of athletes including provincial and varsity teams.
Language(s): English
location. Kamloops, BC
email. lfielding68@gmail.com
phone. 778-960-6999
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Dave Freeze, MA
Mental Performance Consultant
​Professional Affiliations: Owner, RippleRock Consulting, Consultant, Team BC
Biography: Dave has a diverse background that includes years of international athletic competition, wilderness guiding, business ownership, and a proven track record as an executive coach, counsellor, and human performance consultant.
As a performance specialist, Dave focuses on how the mind can be used as a powerful tool to change behaviours, attain goals, and achieve athletic, business, and personal success. Over the past fifteen years, he has provided one-on-one performance coaching to thousands of clients. Dave's unique perspective and track record of proven results are used by a wide variety of clients ranging from sport organizations, teams, and individual athletes competing at the local, provincial, national, and world level. Through programs tailored to specific needs, Dave works with his clients to develop a clear vision and build belief systems and expectations that will lead to higher performance and accomplishment.
Dave's philosophy is simple and he knows one thing for certain: Better is Always Possible. And whether you're a business executive, performing artist, or an athlete, he can help you Get There.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Clinical Hypnosis, Trauma Informed Practice, Suicide Prevention, Critical Incident Stress, and Emotional Freedom
Language(s): English
location. Kamloops, BC
email. dave@ripplerockconsulting.com
phone. 250-318-1099
website. www.ripplerockconsulting.com
twitter. @ripplerockboss
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/david-freeze
facebook. facebook.com/davidfreeze
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Roger Friesen
Mental Performance Consultant
location. Abbotsford, BC
email. roger.friesen@ufv.ca
phone. 250-318-1099
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Christie Gialloreto, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, CGHeadcoach Consulting; Canadian Sport Institute-
Pacific; Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association; College of Alberta
Psychologists; Canadian Psychological Association.
Biography: Christie is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant working with the
Canadian Sport Institute-Pacific; a Canadian Certified Counsellor; a Certified High-
Performance Practitioner by Sport Scientist Canada and a Registered Psychologist
(College of Alberta Psychologists). She has been a member of the Canadian Sport
Psychology Association (CSPA) since 2000 and has served as the British Columbia
Regional Representative (2020-2023), the Supervision Sub-Committee Chair, and
current member (2021-2023), and a longtime Professional member of the Association of
Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
She holds a Master of Science in Athletic Counselling from Springfield College, MA.,
and has supported individuals and teams in all competitive levels including recreational,
professional to Olympic (2014, 2018, 2020) and Paralympic (2022). Most recently she
was able to attend and serve the Team Canada athletes at the Tokyo Olympics (Rowing
Canada) and the Beijing Paralympics (Canada Snowboard). Christie also serves as an
external consultant with the Pacific Institute of Sport Excellence in Victoria, working with
athletes and performers within the local community.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Christie continues to enjoy networking
and learning through continuing education opportunities in areas such as Mental Health
First Aid for Youth, Thought Technology Biofeedback, CBT, Anxiety, Depression, Grief
work, QPR, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Positive Psychology, Critical Incident
Debriefing, Safe Sport and attending industry Conferences.
Language(s): English
location. Victoria, BC
email. cgheadcoach@gmail.com
twitter. @HEADcoachpro
linkedin. ca.linkedin.com/in/CGHHeadcoach
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Zarina Giannone, PhD
Registered Psychologist
Professional Affiliations: Associate Psychologist, Vancouver Psychology Centre; Associate Psychologist, Canadian Centre for Mental Health in Sport; Adjunct Professor, University of British Columbia; Psychologist, BC Lions Football Club
Biography: Dr. Zarina A. Giannone is a Registered Psychologist and Mental Performance Consultant in British Columbia. She holds a specialty practice in the assessment and treatment of psychological issues experienced by athletes and other performers in evaluative and pressurized contexts like the arts, business, law, and emergency medicine professions.
Dr. Giannone offers mental health and mental performance services to adolescents and adults from diverse sports, competition levels, and personal backgrounds. Her personal history of playing high-performance soccer has positioned her well to work with driven, passionate, and achievement-oriented individuals. She is skilled at using a wide range of therapies that address the unique needs of each client/team and is committed to helping people perform up to their potential.
Dr. Giannone is also an Adjunct Professor in the Counselling Psychology Program at the University of British Columbia. Her award-winning research focuses on identity development and intervention among athletes undergoing sport career transition.
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. zarina@drzarinagiannone.com
website. www.drzarinagiannone.com
phone.
linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/zarinagiannone/
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Keith Hamilton, PhD(c)
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations:
Biography: Keith offers mental performance services to both individuals and teams. Being a former high-level athlete, he knows firsthand the pressures and challenges of consistently performing at an elite level. Keith works collaboratively with each athlete and team to come up with the best way to reach their performance goals. He takes a curious, inclusive, and non-judgemental approach to this work to ensure that his clients feel supported throughout the process. He enjoys working with elite to grassroots level athletes and teams to increase performance and enjoyment of their sport. Keith completed a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University and is currently pursuing his PhD in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University. He has also worked closely with his supervisor, Dr. David Cox, in both practice with Tennis Canada and research with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. keithhamiltonmpc@gmail.com
phone. 250-863-9210
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Geoff Hackett, MHK
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Mind Power MPC; Consultant, Canadian Sport Institute Pacific
Biography: Geoff Hackett has a Masters in Human Kinetics (Sport Psychology) from the University of Windsor. He is the owner of Mind Power MPC and is an MPC at the Canadian Sport Institute - Pacific. In addition to consulting, he works out of PacificSport Vancouver Island, a provincial sport hub that services physical literacy and development programs to athletes, coaches, and parents, and is a technical coach at Nanaimo United Football Club. In his spare time, Geoff enjoys spending time outdoors where he can be found hiking, skiing, and fishing around Vancouver Island.
Language(s): English
location. Nanaimo, BC
email. mindpowermpc@gmail.com
website. www.mindpowermpc.com
twitter. @mindpowermpc
linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/ingeoffhackett-443b8974/
facebook. facebook.com/mindpowermpc
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Trevor Hale, PsyD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Head First Champion Mindsets, CEO Trevor Hale Consulting, Mental Performance Consultant SportMedBC, British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, Faculty of Douglas College - Sport Science Department
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Biography: Trevor's personal history as a high-performance athlete helped him explore the boundaries of human performance. Initially, this was through testing his own physical and psychological limits in a personal pursuit of sport excellence, and later through the study of Psychology and Human Movement Studies. Professionally, Trevor works with individuals and teams in sport, business, and everyday life to explore, challenge, and expand their potential. His goal is always to support and challenge people in achieving their goals--regardless if you are an Olympic, developmental, or recreational level athlete; business leader; or someone looking up to their performance, Trevor can help you achieve your maximum potential. Trevor's life-long personal and professional pursuit of excellence, and international professional experience in sport and performance psychology gives him a breadth of knowledge and experience that uniquely qualifies him to support you to develop your talent and maximize your potential.
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During these uncertain times, Dr. Trevor Hale would like to offer his assistance to athletes and their family members in dealing with uncertainty, anxiety, and grief, and loss over the postponement or suspension of most competitions. Trevor realizes this is a significant shift for many athletes and poses a considerable challenge to remain focused and excited in light of all the other health concerns they may have for family and friends.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Doctor of Sport and Performance Psychology (PsyD), Master of Science (MSc), Bachelor of Human Kinetics (BHkin), Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Member of Canadian Sport Psychology Association (CSPA), Sport Psychology/Mental Performance Coach for multiple National and Provincial teams.
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Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. trevor@trevorpsych.com
phone. 778-223-2749
website. www.trevorpsych.com
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Sharleen Hoar, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Coastal Human Performance; Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Lethbridge; Mental Performance Consultant, Canadian Sport Institute-Pacific
Biography: Sharleen Hoar (Ph.D.) has been supporting elite and aspiring performers of all ages to achieve personal and performance excellence since 1996. She is a professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association (CSPA) and is a Mental Performance Consultant with the Canadian Sport Institute - Pacific and the National Coaching Institute (Victoria). Dr. Hoar is an Adjunct Professor with the University of Lethbridge (Lethbridge, AB). She actively publishes her research on self-regulation and emotion management for sport performance. Dr. Hoar's commitment to practical and scientific understanding of the psychological foundations of performance excellence affords a cutting-edge approach towards training others to achieve personal and performance excellence.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: High Performance Certified (Sport Scientist Canada); LEAD training certificate; Biofeedback (HRV training), Mental Health First Aid (2014); Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment (MBTI) Certification (2013); Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation-Business (FIRO-B) Certification (2015).
Language(s): English
location. Victoria, BC
email. sdhoar@gmail.com
phone. 778-678-8088
twitter. @sdhoar
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/sharleenhoarphd
facebook. facebook.com/Coastal-Human-Performance
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Renee Hock
Mental Performance Consultant
location. Vancouver, BC
email. renee@mindinmotion.ca
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Alex Hodgins, MHK
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Apex Performance Consulting; Canadian Sport Institute - Pacific
Biography: Alex Hodgins is a highly accomplished mental performance coach with a specialization in both individual and team performance, as well as leadership and culture development. He was the mental performance coach for the Canadian Women’s Soccer Team who captured bronze (2016) and gold (2020) at the Olympic Games. He now works with the Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Whitecaps, as well as two other Canadian Olympic programs. Alex helps teams create winning cultures and he coaches athletes to play with clear intentions and confident minds. He utilizes advanced techniques like biofeedback, mindfulness and pressure management strategies to deliver consistent performances under the most challenging situations. His calm demeanor and his natural teaching abilities has benefited some of the most talented athletes across the country. He is a lifelong learner, pursuing personal and professional growth everyday. Alex resides in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Certified in Neurofeedback Delivery, High Performance Certification (HPC)
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. hodgins.alex@gmail.com
website. www.csipacific.com | www.kambioperformance.com
twitter. @AlexHodgins6
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Danelle Kabush, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Kabush Consulting, Instructor, Camosun College, Contractor, CSI - Pacific
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Biography: Danelle holds a PhD in Psychology and an MA in Sport Psychology from the University of Ottawa. For her doctorate, Danelle looked at how coaches and athletes communicate about training plans in endurance sports and how such communication influences athletes' self-determined motivation. Her master's thesis concentrated on focusing skills in the sport of mountain biking.
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For over a decade, Danelle has worked as a Mental Performance Consultant with several national sport teams via the Canadian Sport Institute including biathlon, cross-country skiing, box, goalball, short and long track speed skating, paracycling, athletics, cycling, and rowing. Along with teaching sport psychology at Camosun College, Danelle works with parents, individual athletes, teams, and coaches to optimize mental preparation for performance and wellness in sport. Danelle is a three-time Xterra World Championship Medalist, a former Professional Mountain Bike Racer, and an NCAA Division One Collegiate All-American in Track. During her off-road triathlon career, Danelle competed for the Luna Pro Team between breaks to give birth to her two children.
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Danelle enjoys blogging on topics related to motherhood, and sport and performance psychology at www.danellekabush.com. She resides in Victoria BC, Canada.
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Language(s): English, French
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location. Victoria, BC
email. danellek@gmail.com
phone. 250-507-2020
website. www.daneelekabush.com
twitter. @danellekabush
linkedin. ca.linkedin.com/in/danellekabush
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Kolin Kriitmaa, EdD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Fortitude Consulting Ltd.
Biography: Kolin is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (AASP) and Mental Performance Consultant (CSPA) with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry. He holds a Bachelor of Human Kinetics in Physical Education and Masters in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia, an MBA from Athabasca University, and Doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology from University of Western States. Kolin grew up playing multiple sports before choosing hockey and embarking on a competitive playing career. After University he worked for Hockey Canada, before coaching Junior Hockey. After his coaching career he moved on to work with Olympic Athletes and eventually with a National Hockey League Player Agency where he realized the missing link for players was mental skills, habits, and building resilience. This combined with athlete wellness is where developing athletes have the opportunity to further their game. Kolin is an avid golfer and lives just outside Vancouver in White Rock, BC.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: NASM - Nutrition Coach, Canadian Mental Health Commission - Mental Health First Aid
Language(s): English
location. White Rock, BC
email. hello@fortitude365.com
phone. 866-762-8777
website. www.fortitude365.com
twitter. @Fortitude_365
facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Fortitude365
linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kolin-kriitmaa-bhk-mhk-mba-edd-cmpc-0680757/
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Cait Leavitt, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Cait Leavitt Consulting
Biography: Cait holds a Master’s in Psychology with a focus on sport and performance applications. Cait is committed to helping clients discover and embrace their strengths to achieve their version of personal success, on and off the field. Cait works with a wide range of ages, sports and competitive levels. Cait has a specific interest in helping athletes through the psychological aspects of injury recovery, specifically concussions. Cait achieves this through leveraging her personal experience and combining it with research she conducted and evidence-based approaches. Cait enjoys working with clients from all walks of live to help them thrive within the sporting environment, overcome challenges and harness an overall sense of wellbeing.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: NASM - Nutrition Coach, Canadian Mental Health Commission - Mental Health First Aid
Language(s): English
location. North Vancouver, BC
email. caitleavitt@gmail.com
website. caitleavitt.ca
linkedin. www.linkedin.com/in/caitleavitt
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Andrei Mandzuk, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Founder, Mzk Performance; Instructor, Douglas College
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Biography: Andrei is a Mental Performance Consultant and Professional Member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association (CSPA). He is an endlessly curious educator, coach, and presenter, who holds a Masters of Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, and has extensive experience providing sport psychology and skill acquisition support to elite athletes. In conjunction with his work in applied sport psychology, he also teaches Canada's next generation of sport science professionals as an Instructor at Douglas College.
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He has a passion for fostering growth mindsets, educating experientially, and creating environments that build up others to reach their potential. Andrei believes in taking a collaborative approach to mental performance, delivering complex topics with simple messages, and creating climates of mastery.
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Having competed in cricket, soccer, rugby, and ultimate throughout his time as a provincial, university, and international athlete, Andrei can now be found climbing, running, and skiing in British Columbia. On any given weekend, you can find him coaching youth rock climbing, exploring the local mountains, or brewing tea and planning his next big adventure...
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Mental Health First Aid, Canadian Mental Health Association; Certified Personal Trainer, American Council on Exercise; Athletic Blues, Bangor University
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. info@mzkperformance.com
website. www.mzkperformance.com
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/andrei-mandzuk
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Lauren McBride, EdD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Excel 2 Excellence Consulting; Consultant, Canadian Sport Institute; Staff Psychologist, University of British Columbia Counselling Services
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Biography: Lauren holds a Doctoral Degree in Counselling Psychology with a focus on Sport Psychology from Boston University. Lauren began her interest in mental performance while competing internationally as an alpine ski racer for 10 years. While completing studies in Boston she spent time working with both high school and collegiate teams as well as received clinical training in both inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
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Lauren is currently registered as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. She has been working as a sport psychology consultant with a range of athletic levels and sports in BC for the past 12 years and recently had the opportunity to support athletes at the Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. Lauren also currently works as a staff psychologist at the University of British Columbia's Counselling Services.
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. excel2excellenceconsulting@gmail.com
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Greg McDonnell, MEd
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, McDonnell Counselling, University of Victoria
Biography: Greg McDonnell has worked in the area of social service delivery for 25 years. Currently, he is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BC Association of Clinical Counsellors) and has owned a successful private psychotherapy practice in Whistler BC since 2007. In his private practice, he specializes in trauma healing, family systems, couple and individual therapy. He is also a member with the Canadian Sport Psychology Association and provides Mental Performance Consulting.
Greg has worked collaboratively with a complex range of individuals, communities, cultures, and sport groups on projects related to Health and Social Development. Greg also consults with several sport groups in Canada reviewing and identifying needed supports in the area of mental performance and goal setting (most notably the Canadian Sports Institute). Many moons ago, Greg played elite-level basketball, he has competed competitively in running, triathlon, road, and mountain bike racing. He is a reviewer for the Canadian Journal of Counselling.
A believer in leading a balanced lifestyle, Greg can otherwise be found with his family or with the wind in his face while skiing, mountain biking, surfing, or travelling.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
Language(s): English
location. Whistler, BC
email. mcdonnellcounselling@gmail.com
phone. 604-935-0968
website. www.mcdonnellcounselling.ca
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Saul L. Miller, PhD
Registered Psychologist
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Dr. Saul L. Miller & Associate
Biography: Dr. Saul L. Miller is one of North America's leading performance and sports psychologists. He is the author of 8 books, including: Performing Under Pressure, Why Teams Win: 9 Keys to Success, and Hockey Tough: A Winning Mental Game.
Dr. Miller consults with sport teams, corporations, and health organizations across North America. The focus of his work is enhancing performance, team building, and helping people achieve success while dealing effectively with pressure, stress, and change.
In sport, he has worked with the New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Dodgers, Rams, Clippers, and Kings, St. Louis Blues, Vancouver Canucks, Nashville Predators, plus numerous European pro teams, PGA Tour golfers, and Olympians from USA, Canada, and Europe in over 30 different sports.
A graduate of McGill University and the Institute of Psychiatry, University of London (PhD Clinical Psychology) his works reflect his study of Eastern disciplines, Western psychological thinking, and over 35 years of front-line experience consulting with some of the world's top performers.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Numerous workshops (conducted and attended), authored 8 books including: Performing Under Pressure: Gaining the Mental Edge in Business and Sport - Why Teams Win, 9 Keys to Success - Hockey Tough: A Winning <ental Game - The Complete Player - Sport Psychology for Cyclists - A Little Relaxation
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. drmiller@saulmiller.com
phone. 778-887-2526
website. www.saulmiller.com
youtube. https://goo.gl/TNBfrK
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Anne Muscat, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant, RCC, CCC
Professional Affiliations: Mynd Matters Consulting, Association of Applied Sport Psychology, Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback, Professor Langara College
Biography: Dr. Anne Muscat is a founding member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association and has been in the field for over thirty years. Anne is excited to be a Mental Performance (MPC) and Mental Health (MH) for a number of National Teams and Individuals. She has consulted with athletes/individual from recreational to elite levels. Working at Olympic and Paralympics Games since 2000 and she was also an MPC for 4 cycles of the Canada Games. Dr. Muscat also supervises students to fulfill their CSPA supervision/internship hours. Her PhD explored Career-Ending Injuries of Elite Athletes and Identity Changes during Retirement. Anne is passionate and grateful to be able to work with a wide variety of athletes and sport organizations.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Bio and Neurofeedback, Somatic Institute Training, and Concussions, Mental Health First Aid.
Language(s): English
location. Vancouver, BC
email. annemuscat@me.com
phone.778-838-0271
website. www.myndmatters.net
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Carl Nienhuis, PhD Candidate
Mental Performance Consultant
Biography: Aside from a couple of years spent in Ottawa while completing a Master's in Human Kinetics, Carl has spent the majority of his life nestled in BC's beautiful Fraser Valley where he strives to maintain a delicate work-life balance in order to spend as much time as possible with his wife and four children.
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Outside of building Lego mansions suitable to house Barbie and her friends, Carl teaches in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Fraser Valley, coaches with UFV's women's volleyball, actively supports numerous athletes and performers across a wide range of disciplines and competitive levels, and is slowly completing his PhD research on play. Carl's performance support is built on holistically integrating the mind, body, and spirit into an understanding of competition as a mutual striving towards excellence.
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Language(s): English
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location. Fraser Valley, BC
email. carlnienhuis@gmail.com
phone. 604-615-9548
twitter. @carlnienhuis
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Duncan O'Mahony, MA
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Canadian Certified Counsellor, Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, PhD Candidate, University of Alberta
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Biography: Duncan brings a wealth of experience to the field of mental performance. Having dual training in both counselling psychology and sports psychology, Duncan is equipped to work with many different individuals and teams. Currently, he is a crisis clinician working for his local health authority specializing in the assessment and treatment of suicidal and homicidal youth. Over the past 5 years, his private practice has moved away from purely mental health to performance-based and now he works a lot with athletes with concurrent mental health concerns.
He is a former professional athlete having played in the CFL as both a kicker and punter. He was an all-star and Grey Cup champion during his playing days. While playing football at UBC and during his professional career Duncan had the opportunity to work with sports psychologists to help sharpen his game. This firsthand experience, along with his education and professional training gives Duncan the unique experience and confidence to work with many different athletes and teams. Currently, he is working with athletes all over the country who represent their local, provincial, collegiate, and national teams.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: CBT for Depression, Suicide, & Anxiety The Beck Institute; Emotion Focus Family Therapy; DBT for Adolescences and DBT for Substance use; Motivational Interviewing Level 1; Grief and Loss Training for Professionals
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Language(s): English
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location. Lower Mainland, BC
email. duncan@trinityperformanceconsulting.com
phone. 604-799-1739
website. www.trinityperformanceconsulting.com
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Donna Perry, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Donna Perry Consulting; Professor, Capilano University; Registered Clinical Counsellor, Mental Performance Consultant
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Biography: Donna Perry is a Mental Performance Consultant (MPC), a member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association (CSPA), the founder/owner of Donna Perry Consulting, and a tenure track professor at Capilano University. She has worked with elite to professional athletes providing guidance to acquire the mental skills necessary for performance excellence, sport, leisure, health, and life pursuits. Donna is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) taking an Eco-therapy approach to counselling working with athletes in their natural settings and providing cognitive-behavioural interventions. She has served as a Mental Performance Consultant at National and International sporting events facilitating efforts to encourage the highest performance level possible, through quality program delivery and emotional support provided to athletes in preparation for their events. She looks forward to helping you aspire, believe, conceive, and achieve those things you choose most in your life.
"We are in charge of creating our own personal realities. Let's embrace the process of life as we venture into new experiences and realms and enjoy those that we are currently involved in." ~ Donna Perry
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Registered Clinical Counsellor; Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT)
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Language(s): English
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location. Langley, BC
email. info@donnaperryconsulting.ca
phone. 604-807-2049
website. www.donnaperryconsulting.ca
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/donna-perry-439a728
facebook. facebook.com/Donna-Perry-Consulting-53283864588/
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Bruce Pinel, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant, Registered Clinical Counsellor
Professional Affiliations: RCC & MPC, Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence; RCC & MPC, Tall Tree Integrated Health; RCC & MPC, RebalanceMD; Adjunct Professor, University of Victoria
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Biography: Dr. Pinel has a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC), and has worked in high performance sport for over 30 years - including being a member of Team Canada at the Olympics, Paralympics, Commonwealth Games, Pan Am Games, and numerous World Championships and other international events. Dr. Pinel has a strong background working in mental preparation routines, performance on demand, team dynamics, injury management & health rehabilitation, managing stress & anxiety, high-performance lifestyle routines, athlete wellness, and career planning / transition from elite sport. In addition, Dr. Pinel has a proven record of working collaboratively with other sport science and health care providers towards achieving team / individual goals, and athlete health & wellness. Please visit www.drbrucepinel.ca for more information on services provided.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Mental Health First Aid - Accredited
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Language(s): English
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location. Victoria, BC
email. drbrucepinel@gmail.com
wesite. www.drbrucepinel.ca
phone. 250-896-2383
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/drbrucepinel
facebook. https://www.facebook.com/drbrucepinel/
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Veronica Planella, PhD Candidate
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Instructor, University of Victoria, Owner, MVP Performance Strategies
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Biography: Veronica’s passion lies in the collaboration with highly motivated individuals, accompanying and mentoring them on their journey of discovery and exploration on how to be their best.
She crafts the conditions that inspire individuals to ascertain their sense of purpose. Veronica’s unique and innovative approach to mental performance education and coaching involves focused preparation, deliberated implementation strategies, perspective, and joy.
She played international field hockey and carries her passion for the game into her professional practice involving coaching effectiveness, expertise development, cultivating a community of excellence, performance analysis, long-term athlete and coach development, sport-parenting, and career transitions.
She is finalizing her doctorate, and since 2009 she has been a Senior Academic Instructor at the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria.
Veronica’s practice is enriched by working with varied endeavours of human aspirations with individual, team, and diversability sports, in aboriginal, national, and international communities. From grassroots to Olympic and World champion levels, those who have worked with Veronica attest to her tremendous ability to promote personal and team growth.
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Language(s): English, French, Spanish
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location. Victoria, BC
email. myplanella@gmail.com
phone. 250-886-7042
linkedin. https://ca.linkedin.com/in/m-veronica-planella-97b6388
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Alison Quinlan, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, KaizenMind Mental Performance Consulting
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Biography: Alison is a Mental Performance Consultant working out of Victoria, B.C. She focuses on action planning for continual improvement. She enjoys working with athletes from a variety of sports with a specialized focus on gold, tennis, and soccer.
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Language(s): English
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location. Victoria, BC
email. alison@kaizenmind.ca
phone. 250-812-9778
website. www.kaizenmind.ca
twitter. @alisonq24
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Tanya Richman, MACP
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Tanya Richman Counselling & Consulting; SD #48 Counsellor; BCACC, Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Biography: Tanya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Mental Performance Consultant in private practice living in the Whistler/Pemberton area for the past 29 years. She sees mental health and mental performance as opportunities to help athletes' mental, emotional, and physical capacity while encouraging positive relationship with self, others and the larger community. Believing people are experts in their own lives, Tanya works collaboratively in identifying strengths and using them. Having a holistic approach and having worked in schools and in private practice she supports athletes in their sport focus and performance as well as the other influences in their lives such as school, work, relationships, society, and culture, to name a few.
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Holding a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (City University), a Bachelor of Education (McGill) and a Bachelor of Arts, psychology (Dalhousie), she later chose to incorporate mental performance consulting and participated in supervised training with Douglas College learning to support athletes, coaches, and teams.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Mindfulness Teacher Training (Level 1, Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic), Mental Health First Aid (Mental Health Commission of Canada), Certificate in Innovative Leadership (Simon Fraser University)
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Language(s): English
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location. Pemberton, BC
email. tanya@tanyarichman.com
phone. 604-966-6230
website. www.tanyarichman.com
linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyarichmantherapy/
twitter. @tanyarichman
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Whitney Sedgwick, PhD
Registered Psychologist
Professional Affiliations: Psychologist, UBC Counselling Services, Mental performance lead, UBC Athletics, Mental performance consultant, Swimming Natation Canada
Biography: Dr. Whitney Sedgwick is a licensed psychologist at the University of British Columbia’s Counselling Services and the lead Mental performance consultant for UBC varsity athletes.
Whitney completed a master’s degree in sport psychology at McGill University and a doctorate in clinical-developmental psychology at Suffolk University in Boston. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at UBC School of Human Kinetics and has taught sport science/psychology courses across North America. She’s co-authored a book on mental training for triathletes, a textbook chapter on personality in sport, and 30+ articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Whitney has worked as a mental performance consultant for 25 years, with individual and team athletes, including a year at I.N.S.E.P., the French National Sport Institute, in Paris. She was on the Medical Services team at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics, has worked for the Canadian Sport Institute, and currently with an NSO providing service to National team athletes/coaches.
She’s also a former national-level coxswain in rowing.
Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. whitney.sedgwick@ubc.ca
phone. 604-822-3811
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Saul Shrom, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Centre Court Mental Performance
Biography: Dr. Saul Shrom is a mental performance consultant based in Vancouver, Canada. After an NCAA collegiate and professional tennis career, Saul relocated to the UK to study sport psychology – completing both MSc and PhD degrees. Saul’s PhD research investigated the psychology of transitioning from junior/collegiate tennis into the professional game. Saul consulted British Canoeing, England Athletics, and Loughborough University while living in the UK and has since begun working as a mental performance coach with the high-performance tennis program at Hollyburn Country Club. Saul has extensive experience in tennis working with players from around the world, as well as with coaches to better develop psychologically informed training environments. Outside of his tennis work, Saul is the mental performance coach for the men’s volleyball team at Capilano University. Although his competitive tennis days are behind him, Saul continues to actively pursue fitness, sport, and health related challenges to test his sport psychology principles and to keep his mind sharp for his clients. Saul believes his top characteristic as an ‘MPC’ is his ability to develop strong, trusting relationships with his clients and serve as a rock for them in their demanding lives in the high-performance realm.
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Additional trainings/ certifications: Tennis Canada Certified Instructor
Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. saul@centrecourtmentalperformance.ca
phone. 778-713-3404
website. https://www.centrecourtmentalperformance.ca/
instagram. @centrecourtmentalperformance
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Shelbi Snodgrass, MC, RCC, CCC
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Co-Founder, Snodgrass and Duff Performance Consulting and Counselling; Consultant, University of British Columbia
Biography: Shelbi is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), a professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association (CSPA), and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) though the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Her formal training is in the area of mental health, addiction and recovery, and performance psychology. She has worked in the field as an applied practitioner for over seven years. Shelbi has supported Team Canada athletes and worked with various provincial organizations and post-secondary institutions within British Columbia. Additionally, She is the chair of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee with the CSPA. Her approach to consulting and counselling centers around collaboration, the exploration of healthy identity development, self-empowerment, and leadership skills. Shelbi values a systems perspective to behaviour and nurturing the human being in the performer. She aims to create a safe and inclusive environment for individual clients and teams. Shelbi believes sustainable growth requires community, conscious decision making, and a lifestyle commitment towards achieving goals within and outside of sport.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Registered Yoga Teacher
Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. snodgrassandduff@gmail.com
website. www.snodgrassandduff.com
phone. 778-819-2488
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Keltie Sommer, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner, Keltie Sommer Counselling & Performance Consulting; Registered Clinical Counsellor, BCACC; Mental Performance Consultant, CSPA.
Biography: Keltie Sommer is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Mental Performance Consultant, Professional Member, CSPA. She works with individuals, athletes, and teams providing guidance to support mental wellness and mental performance through the exploration of core values and strengths. Keltie is passionate about helping others increase their self-awareness through curious and compassionate self-reflection. She focuses on helping individuals, athletes, and teams in strengthening their ability to take purposeful and practical actions in sport performance settings and in life. Keltie has experience consulting in person and virtually with athletes from a variety of sports including; soccer, rugby, softball, hockey, rowing, curling, surfing, etc.
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Born and raised in Prince Edward Island, and now based in Vancouver, BC, Keltie has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from St. Francis Xavier University and a Master of Science in Sport Psychology from California Southern University.
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email.connect@keltiesommer.com
website. keltiesommer.com
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/keltiesommer/
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Kyle Stewart
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Owner/Director, Koncium Mental Training; Mental Performance Consultant, Hockey Canada Men's National Programs (U-17's); Mental Performance Consultant, Carleton University Women's Soccer Program; Contractor/Consultant, Canadian Sport Institute Ontario
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Biography: Kyle Stewart (MHK, BA Hons.) is a Mental Performance Consultant who is a specialist in mental skills training, performance optimization, and mental preparation strategies. A Professional Member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association, Kyle is the founder of Koncium Mental Training, a premier mental performance consulting business in the Ottawa region. In addition to his wealth of experience working one-to-one with individual clients of various high-performance sports, Kyle consults with multiple provincial-level teams and clubs across the country. Notably, Kyle serves as a Mental Performance Coach with Hockey Canada’s National Men’s Under-17 Program for their high-performance development camps and international competitions. Locally, Kyle has worked with multiple collegiate level sports, dozens of sporting organizations, as well consulting outside of sport in performing arts and corporate sectors. Kyle’s consulting style focuses on training individuals in achieving personal excellence through a collaborative process that emphasizes the development of mental skills applicable to sport and life. Kyle works with individuals of all skill levels, ages, and in all performance domains.
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Additional training/certifications/workshops: Mindfulness Teacher Training (Level 1, Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic), Mental Health First Aid (Mental Health Commission of Canada), Certificate in Innovative Leadership (Simon Fraser University)
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, B.C.
email. director@koncium.com
phone. 613-793-4181
website. www.koncium.com
twitter. @SportYoda
linkedin. linkedin.com/in/kylealanstewart
facebook. facebook.com/koncium
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Zoran Stojkovic, MSc
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Founder & Mental Performance Consultant, Kizo Performance; Mental Conditioning Coach, St. Michaels University School
Biography: Zoran Stojkovic is a Mental Performance Consultant, a high-performance tennis coach, and a husband.
Zoran believes that to work with high performers, we must be high performers ourselves. He trains and conditions his mind and body so that he can perform at his peak and provide the best to the performers he works with. Living a high-performance lifestyle allows him to prepare athletes to be at their best.
The love for coaching and human performance led Zoran to complete a MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology, and create Kizo Performance. KP equips athletes, coaches, and organizations with mental skills to be their best and to do so with a smile on their face.
Additional training/certifications/workshops: Tennis Canada Certified Instructor
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Language(s): English, Serbian, Croatian
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location. Victoria, BC
email. kiss.performance@gmail.com
phone. 778-533-7551
website. www.kizoperformance.com
instagram. https://www.instagram.com/kizoperformance/
linkedin. https://linkedin.com/in/zoranstojkovic/
facebook. https://www.facebook.com/KizoPerformance/
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Shaunna Taylor, PhD
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Clinical Counsellor, Private Practice; Professor, University of British Columbia
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Biography: Dr. Shaunna Taylor is the Executive Director of PacificSport Okanagan, and she is committed to developing athletes and coaches in the BC Interior. She is an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia in the High-Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership program, and is the Co-Chair of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association. Shaunna was formerly a coaching consultant at the Coaching Association of Canada, and she sits as a member of the SportMedBC High-Performance Committee, and the International Paralympic Committee's (IPC) Women in Sport Committee.
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She has been consulting with coaches and athletes from grassroots to the Olympic/Paralympic level for over 15 years, involved in athlete and integrated team support for over 6 Major Games cycles. Shaunna has a special interest in providing a holistic sport system that promotes equity, fair play and accessibility for all. Her current research interests are projects pertaining to coaching athletes with a disability, promoting positive self image in sport, and adding to a sport landscape that empowers female athletes and leaders.
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Shaunna earned her doctoral degree in Health Sciences (Sport Psychology) from the University of Ottawa, and is a certified clinical counsellor. Her services may be eligible for 3rd party insurance coverage, and she is a service provider to nationally carded athletes through the Canadian Sport Institutes in BC, ON and QC. (Sliding fee scale available).
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Language(s): English, French
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location. Kelowna, BC
email. shaunna.taylor@gmail.com
website. www.shaunnataylor.ca
twitter. @ShaunnaPsyched
linkedin. www.linkedin.com/in/shaunnalynntaylor
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Rachel Walker, PsyD
Registered Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Founder, PsychFlex Unlimited
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Biography: Dr. Walker is a licensed counselling and sport psychologist specializing in working with athletes with a focus on both performance and mental health concerns. She has experience working with adolescent, collegiate and professional athletes. Dr. Walker earned her Master of Science in Performance Psychology from the University of Edinburgh, and received her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Counselling Psychology/Athletic Counselling from Springfield College. As the former Director of Psychological Health and Performance at the University of Colorado Boulder, Dr. Walker oversaw athlete mental health and wellness programs including clinical services, performance services and team interventions, and coach education. She has vast experiences in training and supporting elite athletes, coaches, and teams at the individual and team level from a mental health and mental performance lens. Dr. Walker is a Licensed Psychologist in Colorado (LP #5077), and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC #620). Dr. Walker grew up in Whistler, BC, and started skiing on Whistler Mountain as a toddler, and then competed as an elite alpine ski racer which sparked her passion in mental health and mental performance for athletes. She is thrilled to be home working with athletes in Canada.
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Language(s): English
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location. Squamish, BC
email. psychflexunlimited@gmail.com
website. www.psychflexunlimited.com
linkedin. @Psych.Flex
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Jessie Wall, PhD, R. Psych
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliation(s): Owner, Dr. Jessie M. Wall Counselling & Performance Consulting; Vetted Practitioner, Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport
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Biography: Dr. Wall offers sport and performance-focused mental health care services to help athletes achieve their performance goals while preserving their well-being. With training in counselling and sport science she is passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential through a person-centred approach. She brings her former experience as a competitive figure skater, professional figure skating coach and varsity rugby player to her work with athletes. Over the past 10 years, Dr. Wall has provided counselling and sport psychology services in university health and counselling centres and private practice settings. She has experience working with athletes and teams competing at provincial, national and Olympic levels. Sports she frequently works with include gymnastics, figure skating, hockey, soccer, volleyball, basketball, swimming, track and field, speed skating, sailing, golf and rowing. Dr. Wall is a Registered Psychologist (#2688) with the College of Psychologists of BC and a professional member with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (RCC #10534). Her services are covered by most extended health plans. Education: PhD in Counselling Psychology (UBC), MA in Counselling Psychology (TWU) and BSc Kinesiology (U of A).
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Additional training/certifications/ workshops: Level 1 & 2 Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT); Level 1 & 2 Observed and Experiential Integration (OEI) Trauma Processing Therapy; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills Training; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Poly-Vagal Approach to Working with Complex Trauma.
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. jessie@jessiemwall.com
phone. 604-900-8510
website. http://www.jessiemwall.com/
linkedin. www.linkedin.com/in/drjessiemwall
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Corrina Winder, MA
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: Certified Disability Management Professional CDMP
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Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. corrina.roth@gmail.com
phone. 778-232-9662
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Dani Wilson, MA
Mental Performance Consultant
Professional Affiliations: MPC, Canadian Sport Psychology Association
Biography: Dani holds a Master’s Degree in Sport Psychology from The University of British Columbia. Her Master’s Thesis Manuscript, which explores self-compassion and mental toughness in elite women athletes, was recently published in the journal: Psychology of Sport and Exercise. Aside from research, Dani runs her own business working as an MPC with a variety of teams and individual sport athletes. She has worked with several Olympic and World Championship level athletes, varsity teams such as UBC Women’s Golf, Rugby and Soccer, Douglas College Men’s and Women’s Basketball and most recently has taken on a mentorship role as MPC for Team BC at the 2019 Canada Winter Games.
She uses a humanistic, strengths-based approach to her consulting, drawing on her strong theoretical knowledge base, experiences as an athlete herself and now, her own research. Reflecting on her experiences playing varsity soccer and basketball, mental skills training was sparsely offered. Dani believes that when delivered in a systematic and consistent way that promotes practice, patience and persistence, mental skills have the potential to improve performance and overall well-being. The opportunity to offer this sort of potential to aspiring athletes is the driving force behind Dani’s passion for sport psychology.
Language(s): English
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location. Vancouver, BC
email. daniwilson17@gmail.com
phone. 604-616-5767
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