Our goal is to assist clients in performance enhancement skills that they can apply anytime and anywhere. Our mental performance consultants, including sport performance consultants, provide tailored guidance.
Diane L. Finley, Ph.D., a mental performance consultant, earned her degrees at Louisiana State University (M.A.) and the University of Maryland College Park (Ph.D.).
Dr. Finley is a highly experienced performance consultant with over 30 years in performance and consulting. As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), she brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. Additionally, she is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and is license eligible in Maryland, making her a trusted resource for those seeking consultation in Maryland.
Dr. Finley is affiliated with AASP and Division 47 (Exercise and Sport Psychology) of the American Psychological Association. Furthermore, she serves as the Treasurer of the Mid-Atlantic Consortium of Sport and Performance Psychology.
She works as a mental performance consultant with athletes and performers across various levels of competition, from recreation leagues to professional sports, and with individuals of all ages, including children and seniors. In addition to her work in sport, she consults with performing artists, businesses, and boards of directors, providing insights as a performance consultant.
As a mental performance consultant, I offer a complimentary phone conversation to help you determine if my services as a consultant align with your needs.
I work as a mental performance consultant with individuals on a variety of performance-related skills and issues. My services include performance enhancement, life coaching, and mental skills training, all aimed at improving overall effectiveness.
As a mental performance consultant, I collaborate with teams and groups on mental skills training and performance enhancement, focusing on strategies that can be applied in various performance contexts.
Mental performance consultants specialize in helping individuals enhance their performance across various domains, whether it's on the field, in the boardroom, or on stage. Some key areas that these sports performance consultants focus on include:
Stress Management - Learn how to cope with stress effectively.
Goal Setting - Set realistic and achievable goals.
Motivation - Identify what truly motivates you.
Focus - Develop essential focusing skills.
Attention - Learn valuable concentration techniques
Life coaching is for individuals who need feedback and insights from an outside source, much like the support offered by a mental performance consultant. It's important to note that coaching is not therapy; instead, it fosters a collaborative relationship aimed at stimulating action. People often consult coaches when they feel dissatisfied with the direction their life or career is taking, when evaluating choices—be it personal or professional—or when they need a little 'nudge' to move forward. Life coaches, including specialized sports performance consultants, can assist with various areas:
Stress Management - Learn how to cope with stress.
Goal Setting - Set realistic and reachable goals.
Motivation - Identify what motivates you.
Relationships and Communication Issues - Learn to get along with those around you.
Managing Transitions - Navigate the transitions in your life effectively.
Anxiety Reduction - Discover techniques to reduce your anxiety.
Career Issues - Gain clarity on what to do with your life.
I understand that each person's situation and needs are unique to them. As a mental performance consultant, I would love to hear more about what you're looking for.