Mental Performance Coaching for Performers
Learn more about what mental performance coaching is, sport and performance psychology, me, my practice, my clients, and how I help them to optimize their performance, their mindset and their wellbeing.
What is the science of Sport & Performance Psychology?
The field of sport and performance psychology focuses on enhancing the mental skills and well-being of athletes, performers, and individuals striving for peak performance. It involves the application of psychological principles and strategies to optimize mindset, improve performance outcomes, manage stress and pressure, build confidence, foster resilience and so much more. As a mental performance coach, I use the principles of sport and performance psychology support to help individuals unlock their full potential and achieve excellence in their chosen field.
Lyssa Wopat, M.S. CMPC
Performentality, LLC Founder and Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC)
Lyssa Wopat, M.S., CMPC, completed her Master’s degree in Sport & Performance Psychology at Lock Haven University, and her bachelor’s (BFA) degree from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
After earning her BFA, Lyssa went on to dance professionally with the Georgia Ballet, where she performed both as a soloist and as part of the corps de ballet in ballets such as Les Sylphides, Carmen, Sleepy Hollow, The Nutcracker, and many more.
After retiring from her professional career, Lyssa obtained a Master of Science degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Lock Haven University, equipping herself with the knowledge and expertise needed to help individuals unlock their full potential and enhance their well-being.
Lyssa has worked with a wide variety of athletes and performers, but specializes in work with dancers. Through her comprehensive approach, Lyssa combines her deep understanding of the physical and psychological demands of dance to guide dancers optimizing their performance, enjoyment and well-being all through mental skills training.
By merging her artistic background, academic achievements, and genuine care for others, Lyssa is dedicated to helping individuals embrace their inner strength, achieve their goals, and thrive in their craft.
As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC), I apply the research and evidence-based principles of sport and performance psychology in my work with performers across many performance domains, helping them to optimize their performance, mindset, and wellbeing.
I am trained to work with you to identify, develop, and implement the mental skills necessary for you to perform your best and to enjoy doing so.
My Practice
My Clients
Performers
Dancers, musicians, actors, gymnasts, figure skaters and other performers work with Performentality, LLC to develop the mental skills necessary to performance their best in the studio and on the stage.
Athletes
Athletes from a variety of different sports work with Performentality, LLC to develop the mental skillset they need to perform optimally. We work with youth, high-school, collegiate, professional, amateur and competitive athletes.