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Mental Preperation
For Success

Proven mental performance coaching from someone who's stood where you stand and faced what you face

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Do you consistently perform below your potential in competitions despite excelling in practice?

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Is your confidence unreliable, disappearing precisely during the moments when you need it most?

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Do you find it challenging to maintain focus and concentration during critical moments?

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Has your performance been plagued by inconsistency that physical training alone hasn't fixed?

At Athletes In Transition, we understand the mental challenges that hold athletes back. Our evidence-based mental skills training helps you bridge the gap between physical talent and peak performance, giving you the confidence and focus to succeed in critical moments.

The mental performance Approach

Our evidence-based mental performance coaching gives you practical techniques to:

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Stay focused

during critical moments

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Build Confidence

that withstands setbacks

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Manage anxiety

for peak performance

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Develop Routines

that ensure success

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Quickly Recover

from mistakes effectively

Created by Dr. Leo Sullivan, a former athlete and licensed mental health counselor, our methods are specifically designed for the unique challenges athletes face.

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Our Mission

Our mission at Athletes In Transition is to cultivate a mental performance coaching that empowers athletes to perform at their best with confidence and resilience. We are dedicated to enhancing mental performance through evidence-based strategies, innovative techniques, and personalized support.

By integrating mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral methods, and specialized mental skills training, we aim to help athletes achieve excellence both in their sport and in their lives. We create a safe, non-judgmental space where athletes can develop the mental tools that make the difference between good and great performance—transforming potential into achievement.

Service Pathways


FOR ATHLETES

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Individual Mental Performance Coaching

Our personalized one-on-one coaching provides tailored mental skills training to help you overcome challenges like pre-competition anxiety, focus issues, and pressure management. Develop the mental edge that elevates your performance.

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FOR COACHES

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Team Mental Skills Development

Equip your team with collective mental resilience through dynamic group workshops that address team dynamics, confidence, and communication. Our coach-focused programs help you integrate mental training into your existing practice structure

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FOR AGENTS & ATHLETES

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Convenient Online Programs

Provide access to professional mental skills training through self-paced digital programs available anytime, anywhere. Perfect for remote athletes, busy schedules, or those wanting to supplement in-person training with ongoing resources.

EXPLORE ONLINE PROGRAMS

About Dr. Leo Sullivan

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Dr. Leo Sullivan brings a rare dual perspective as both a former elite athlete and a licensed mental health professional. As a Division I and professional football player, he experienced firsthand the intense mental demands of high-level competition. This background, combined with his Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology, gives him unique insight into the challenges athletes face.

Dr. Sullivan specializes in helping athletes overcome performance anxiety, concentration issues, and confidence barriers through evidence-based techniques. His integrated approach addresses both performance enhancement and overall well-being, creating personalized mental training programs that translate to real results in competitive environments. Athletes at all levels—from youth sports to professional competition—benefit from his ability to bridge the gap between athletic experience and clinical expertise.

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Ready to Build Your
mental performance?

Start with a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your specific challenges.

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Your mental game deserves the same dedicated attention as your physical training. All consultations are completely confidential and come with no obligation.