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Mental Performance Coaching for Hockey

The speed, the physicality, and the pressure of playoff hockey — our providers help players stay composed and confident when it matters most.

Hockey moves fast — and so do the mental demands. Split-second decisions, physical play, and the emotional swings of a game require players who can stay composed under pressure. Our providers work with hockey players at every level, from youth programs to the NHL, helping them build the mental toughness the sport demands.

Whether you are a goalie managing the pressure of being the last line of defense, a forward trying to break out of a scoring drought, or a defenseman working on composure in your own zone — our providers understand the position-specific challenges of hockey. They help you develop pre-game routines, manage adrenaline, and stay focused through the pace and physicality of the game.

The best players in hockey are not just skilled — they are mentally tough. Browse our hockey-specialized providers and start building the mental game that elevates your play.

Hockey Coaches

Browse vetted providers who work with hockey athletes. Read reviews, compare profiles, and book a session.

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Pete Kadushin

Mental Performance CoachExecutive Coach

Mental Performance Coach for gifted performers who are successful, stuck, and ready to stop getting in their own way

Executive CoachingFocus & ConcentrationLeadership Coaching+4 more
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Natalie Golub

Mental Performance Coach

Building Confident, Resilient Athletes From the Inside Out, Specializing in Injury Recovery

Confidence BuildingInjury Recovery (Mental)Mental Skills Training+1 more
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Kirsten Cooper, PsyD, CMPC

Licensed Therapist

Performance Psychologist | Leadership & Culture Strategist | Transition Specialist

Sports PsychologyLeadership CoachingCareer Transitions
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Andy Suiter

Mental Performance CoachExecutive Coach

Helping athletes and leaders perform at a high level while becoming the best version of themselves

Career TransitionsConfidence BuildingLeadership Coaching+9 more
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Andie Martin

Mental Performance Coach

Empower athletes and performers to unlock their full potential both in and outside of a performance context

Confidence BuildingFocus & ConcentrationMental Skills Training+2 more
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Jess Hanson

Mental Performance Coach

Helping Athletes Build Confidence, Handle Pressure &, Perform When It Matters Most

Sports PsychologyPerformance CoachingMindfulness & Meditation+6 more
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David Derus, Psy.D, LP

Licensed TherapistMental Performance Coach

Sports Psychologist

Sports PsychologyInjury Recovery (Mental)Career Transitions+13 more
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Lucinda Snyder, M.Ed

Mental Performance Coach

Mental Performance Mastery Coach

Confidence BuildingInjury Recovery (Mental)Leadership Coaching+7 more
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Kiley Smith, MS

Mental Performance Coach

Building Confident, Focused Athletes - On and Off the Field

Confidence BuildingInjury Recovery (Mental)Leadership Coaching+8 more
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Danielle McDonough M.A.

Mental Performance Coach

Helping athletes optimize their mindset to maximize confidence, resilience, and performance — both in and out of the game.

Confidence BuildingInjury Recovery (Mental)Leadership Coaching+9 more

Frequently Asked Questions

How does mental coaching help hockey players?

Mental coaching helps hockey players manage game-speed pressure, develop pre-game and between-period routines, build confidence, handle the physicality of the sport, and maintain focus and composure during high-stakes moments.

Do NHL teams use mental performance coaches?

Yes. Mental performance coaching has become standard in the NHL, with most teams employing dedicated sports psychologists or mental performance staff. Many of our providers have worked directly with NHL organizations.

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