Jess Hanson

I’m a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) and founder of Cognelite, where I work with competitive athletes to build confidence, handle pressure, and perform consistently at a high level. With a Master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Denver, I combine evidence-based strategies with real-world experience as both an athlete and coach. I specialize in helping athletes navigate challenges like performance anxiety, fear of failure, injury recovery, recruiting pressure, and identity beyond sport. Together, we develop practical mental skills ,like confidence, focus, and emotional regulation, that translate directly into performance when it matters most. As a former collegiate athlete and current coach, I understand firsthand how demanding sport can be. My approach is direct, collaborative, and tailored to each athlete, with the goal of helping them not only perform better, but build a healthier, more sustainable relationship with their sport and themselves.