The Mind’s Eye On...

Motivation is one of the key pillars to ensure an athlete is in the right mindset to perform at their best. 
Join Dr Kacey Oiness and Dr Shawn Zeplin as they explain about how athletes can find their motivation and use it to perform at their best.

When it comes to sport, regardless of the level of competition athletes are bound to feel pressure.
Joined by Dr Kacey Oiness and Dr Shawn Zeplin as they discuss how they help athletes to not just handle but to thrive under pressure.

One of the greatest tests that any athlete will face is injury.
Their confidence can suffer; their motivation can dip and often they feel a loss of who they are. This can lead to poor adherence to their rehabilitation program, reinjury or a loss of form upon return.
Dr Kacey Oiness and Dr Shawn Zeplin discuss how athletes can return from their injury layoff feeling confident in their body and mind.

Former Olympian turned Sport Psychologist Dr. Andrea Wieland joins Ryan Miller and Dr. Shawn Zeplin to speak about her book The Confident Performer.
In this conversation Dr. Wieland emphasizes the significance of self-awareness as the foundation for personal growth and performance and discusses the essential health fundamentals that support well-being and the core mental skills that can enhance performance in athletes.
 

This episode explores the innovative approach to mental performance at Colby College, highlighting how they are leading the way in Division III.
Head of Performance Dr. Anne Beethe and Mental Performance Coach Beaux Myers discuss the integration of mental performance into the athletic program, the challenges faced, and the positive changes observed in athlete engagement and performance.
They also emphasize the importance of technology, particularly the Optimize Mind Performance platform, in enhancing mental training and accessibility for athletes.

Dr. Jess Bartley, Senior Director of Psychological Services at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, discusses her role in overseeing mental health and performance for Team USA athletes.
With the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy less than 100 days away, Dr. Bartley shares insights into how her team is preparing for their delivery of mental health and performances services across multiple athletes' villages.
She shares insights on the differences between working with collegiate and Olympic athletes, the unique challenges faced by Paralympic athletes, and the importance of providing continuous support throughout the Olympic cycle.
Dr. Bartley speaks the need for a multimodal approach to mental health services, leveraging technology and a large network of providers to meet the diverse needs of athletes. She also highlights the emotional journey of athletes during competitions and the critical support required during the post-Olympic transition.
 

Dr. Tyler Webster, Associate Athletic Director for Counseling and Sports Psychology at Santa Clara University, discusses her role in supporting student-athletes' mental health and performance.
Dr. Webster shares insights on how she has built the Broncos' Mental Performance Department from the ground up, the evolution of mental health services, and the importance of collaboration across departments.
The conversation also touches on the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals on athletes and the integration of technology in mental performance enhancement.
 

Join Dr. Shawn Zeplin and Dr. Kacey Oiness as they discuss confidence and the strategies, they've used with athletes to build and maintain it.
 
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