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Learn about the work of a sport psychologist and how they help Texas A&M athletes thrive both on and off the playing field.
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Introduction
Dr. Michael Gervais is a world-renowned sport psychologist who has worked with some of the top athletes and teams in the world. He is currently the mental training consultant for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks, and he has also worked with the US Olympic team, National Hockey League teams, and Major League Baseball teams.
Dr. Gervais is also a professor at Concordia University in Montreal, where he teaches a course on mental training for athletes. He is passionate about helping athletes reach their potential both on and off the field of play.
In recent years, Dr. Gervais has been working with Texas A&M University’s athletic department to help their athletes thrive both mentally and physically. He has helped the Aggies win multiple national championships, and he was recently named the university’s Sport Psychologist of the Year.
Dr. Gervais’ work with Texas A&M has shown that mental training can have a profound impact on an athlete’s performance. He has helped the Aggies develop a culture of excellence that is based on mental toughness, resiliency, and a commitment to constant self-improvement.
If you are an athlete or a coach who is looking to take your game to the next level, then you need to check out Dr. Gervais’ work. His book “High Performance Habits: How To Become A Peak Performer” is a must-read for anyone who wants to reach their full potential in sports or in life.
What is sport psychology?
Sport psychology is the scientific study of how psychological factors influence athletes and how athletes can use psychological principles to improve their performance. Many people think of sport psychology as just mental training or visualization, but it is much more than that. Sport psychologists use a variety of techniques to help athletes achieve their goals.
###What do sport psychologists do?
Sport psychologists work with athletes at all levels to help them improve their performance and reach their goals. They may work with athletes who are trying to overcome difficulties, such as anxiety or bad habits, or they may work with athletes who are already performing well but want to take their game to the next level.
Sport psychologists use a variety of techniques, including:
– counseling
– psychotherapy
– mental training
– relaxation training
– mental imagery
The benefits of sport psychology
Dr. Jennifer Stout is a sport psychologist who works with athletes at Texas A&M University. She helps them thrive both on and off the playing field.
Her work with athletes has shown her the many benefits of sport psychology. “The main goal of sport psychology is to help athletes perform their best,” she says. “But it can also help athletes manage anxiety, deal with injuries, and overcome obstacles.”
Dr. Stout says that the techniques of sport psychology are not just for elite athletes; they can be helpful for anyone who wants to improve their performance in any area of their life.
Whether you’re an athlete or not, if you’re looking to perform your best, sport psychology may be able to help you reach your goals.
How sport psychology can help Texas A&M athletes
Athletes are under constant pressure to perform at their best. They may feel like they have to be perfect all the time, which can lead to anxiety and stress. Sport psychology is a form of psychological counseling that can help athletes cope with these pressures.
Dr. Trent A. Petrie is a sport psychologist who works with Texas A&M athletes. He helps them overcome mental hurdles so they can perform their best on the field or court.
Dr. Petrie has worked with athletes from all over the world, including Olympians and professional athletes. He has also helped many students who play sports in high school and college.
Dr. Petrie’s work with Texas A&M athletes began in 2012, when he was hired as the head of the school’s sport psychology program. He has since helped many Aggie athletes thrive in their sports.
In 2018, Dr. Petrie was named the Director of Mental Health and Sport Psychology for Intercollegiate Athletics at Texas A&M University. In this role, he provides psychological support to all Texas A&M student-athletes.
If you are a Texas A&M athlete who is struggling with anxiety or stress, reach out to Dr. Petrie for help. He can provide you with the tools you need to succeed in your sport and in life!
Meet the sport psychologist helping Texas A&M athletes
Dr. Kate Hays is a sport psychologist who works with the athletes at Texas A&M University. She is originally from Canada and has worked with athletes of all levels, from amateur to professional. Dr. Hays believes that 90% of success in any field is mental, which is why she is passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential.
In her work with the Texas A&M athletics program, Dr. Hays provides mental training to help athletes improve their focus, motivation, and confidence. She also helps them to develop healthy coping strategies for dealing with stress and anxiety. In addition to working with individual athletes, Dr. Hays also provides support to the coaching staff on how to create a positive team environment.
Whether it’s helping an athlete overcome a slump or teaching a coach how to better support his or her team, Dr. Hays is dedicated to helping the Aggies succeed on and off the field.
Conclusion
Dr. Gervais has worked with athletes at all levels, from high school to the Olympics, and he is now the sport psychologist for Texas A&M University. He is a strong advocate for the importance of mental training for athletes and he has helped many athletes overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
