Mental Performance Coaching for Soccer
Penalty kicks, red cards, and 90 minutes of decision-making — our providers help soccer players stay sharp, composed, and confident on the pitch.
Soccer is a game of constant decision-making under pressure. Where to pass, when to shoot, how to recover after conceding a goal — the mental demands never stop for 90 minutes. Our providers work with soccer players who want to sharpen their focus, build confidence, and develop the kind of mental toughness that shows up in the biggest moments.
From youth academy players developing competitive habits to MLS and NWSL professionals managing the grind of a full season, our providers understand the unique challenges of the game. They help with penalty-kick composure, pre-match preparation, managing frustration with referees, and staying mentally engaged through the tactical demands of modern soccer.
Your technical skills got you here. Let our providers help you develop the mental game to take you further. Browse soccer-specialized coaches and book a session.
Soccer Coaches
Browse vetted providers who work with soccer athletes. Read reviews, compare profiles, and book a session.
Kirsten Cooper, PsyD, CMPC
Performance Psychologist | Leadership & Culture Strategist | Transition Specialist
Lucinda Snyder, M.Ed
Mental Performance Mastery Coach
David Derus, Psy.D, LP
Sports Psychologist
Tom Smalley, MS, CMPC, CSCS
Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Suzanne B. Schimmel, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist — The CAP Project
Libby Triolo, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor and Mindset Coach for Athletes
Chase Hollander
Clinical Sport Psychologist
Kiley Smith, MS, CMPC
Building Confident, Focused Athletes - On and Off the Field
Jess Hanson
Helping Athletes Build Confidence, Handle Pressure &, Perform When It Matters Most
Elizabeth Brandt
Helping athletes through transition in and out of college athletes, and grief and loss.
Sami Gothberg
Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Mental Performance Coach helping athletes and high performers build resilience, confidence, and well-being through an integrative mind-body approach.
Danielle McDonough M.A.
Helping athletes optimize their mindset to maximize confidence, resilience, and performance — both in and out of the game.
Andy Suiter
Helping athletes and leaders perform at a high level while becoming the best version of themselves
Michael Muñoz
Former D1 football player helping athletes develop the mental skills to perform, lead & thrive.
Maddie Petry
Mental Performance Coach, IMG Academy I Performance Coach, Sarasota Paradise
Kaelene Curry
Master yourself, master your performance. (*Modified quote from the GOAT Ken Ravizza)
Natalie Golub
Building Confident, Resilient Athletes From the Inside Out, Specializing in Injury Recovery
Pete Kadushin
Mental Performance Coach for gifted performers who are successful, stuck, and ready to stop getting in their own way
Hannah Prieto, M.Ed., CMPC
Mental Performance Consultant | High Performance & Wellbeing
Melissa Streno
Licensed Clinical Sport Psychologist
Frequently Asked Questions
How does mental coaching help soccer players?
Mental coaching helps soccer players improve focus during matches, manage penalty-kick pressure, build confidence, develop pre-match routines, communicate better with teammates, and recover mentally from losses or mistakes.
Is mental performance coaching used in professional soccer?
Yes. Mental performance coaching is standard practice in professional soccer worldwide, from MLS and NWSL to European leagues. Many clubs employ dedicated sport psychologists.
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