Waite Performance Strategies LLC

Ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed or tense before a big game, as if the pressure is a bit too much? That's what we call performance anxiety. It's that nervousness or unease that can crop up when the stakes are high, affecting your ability to perform at your best.

Dr. Waite guides athletes towards a calmer, more focused mindset, empowering them to navigate high-pressure situations with confidence and excel in their performance.

Ever feel like your emotions are running wild, especially in the heat of competition? That's when emotion regulation becomes crucial. It's the skill of managing and controlling your emotions, ensuring they don't hinder your performance or well-being.

Dr. Waite, as a licensed professional counselor and certified mental performance consultant, specializes in guiding individuals through effective emotion regulation strategies. Through counseling and tailored mental performance techniques, she helps individuals gain control over their emotions, fostering a balanced and resilient emotional state for optimal performance.

Ever find it challenging to translate the skills honed in practice seamlessly to the day of competition? Ensuring that what you've perfected during training translates into top-notch performance when it truly counts can be a common hurdle.

Dr. Waite collaborates with her clients to bridge the gap between practice and competition. She guides athletes in ensuring that their practiced skills shine through when the pressure is on, facilitating a smoother transition to peak performance on game day.

Ever wondered how well you truly understand yourself, especially in the context of sports? This self-awareness is a crucial aspect of mental performance, impacting how you navigate challenges, handle stress, and optimize your strengths.

Dr. Waite assists clients in gaining a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This heightened self-awareness becomes a powerful tool for enhancing overall mental performance and well-being.

Ever find yourself searching for the perfect routine to mentally prepare for competition, ensuring you're in the zone when it matters most? Establishing a mental skills routine—especially before a big event—can be a game-changer in enhancing focus, confidence, and overall performance.

Dr. Waite leads athletes on the path to creating routines that align with their unique needs and goals. These routines become a powerful tool for optimizing mental readiness, allowing athletes to step into competitions with confidence and a focused mindset.

Ever felt the need for a clear roadmap to guide your athletic journey? Goal setting is the compass that directs your efforts, helping you define what you want to achieve and the steps to get there.

Dr. Waite assists clients in defining realistic, motivating goals tailored to their aspirations. With personalized strategies and support, she helps athletes navigate their journey, turning goals into tangible achievements.

Ever wished for an unyielding sense of belief in your abilities, both in practice and on the big stage? Confidence is the cornerstone of peak performance—empowering you to face challenges head-on and excel in your endeavors.

As part of learning and practicing all the aforementioned mental skills, Dr. Waite works with her clients to foster a resilient and unwavering sense of confidence that propels them to excel in sports and beyond.