Is this sports psychology or therapy?

No. This is performance-focused mental resilience coaching based on sports science and Dr. Runyan's PhD research. It is not clinical psychology or therapy.

Who is this service for?

College (NCAA) and professional athletes who want to build mental toughness, perform under pressure, recover from slumps or injury faster, and protect their long-term mental health.

How are sessions delivered?

Primarily virtual (Zoom/phone). In-person available depending on location.

How do I get started?

Fill out the application form. Dr. Runyan reviews every submission and contacts qualified athletes within 48 hours for a free discovery call.

Hello

As a PhD in Sports Leadership with extensive research into the mental and emotional demands of high-level competition, Dr. Brandy Runyan offers evidence-based mental resilience coaching designed specifically for college and professional athletes. This is not clinical psychology or therapy — it is performance-focused mental skills training grounded in sports science, drawing from years of academic study, published research on athlete mental health, and real-world experience working with professional athletes through Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group, LLC.

The program helps athletes build unbreakable mental resilience so they can perform at their peak under pressure, bounce back faster from setbacks (injuries, losses, slumps, or off-field stress), maintain focus and confidence, and extend their careers with greater emotional control and well-being.

What the service includes:

One-on-one virtual or in-person coaching sessions (50–60 minutes each)
Customized mental skills training: goal-setting, visualization, pressure management, focus routines, self-talk optimization, and adversity recovery strategies
Practical tools and exercises you can use immediately in training and competition
Ongoing support between sessions via email or text (within reason)
Progress tracking and adjustments based on your season, upcoming games, or specific challenges

Benefits for athletes:

Stay locked in when stakes are highest
Turn setbacks into comebacks faster
Reduce performance anxiety and overthinking
Build lasting confidence that isn’t tied to wins/losses
Protect long-term mental health while chasing elite goals

Service Options (Flat-Rate Pricing – billed monthly or per package)

Option 1 – Weekly Resilience Call One private 1-on-1 coaching call per week with Dr. Brandy Runyan Ideal for athletes who want consistent, ongoing mental skills support throughout the season. ($299 per month with month-to-month service option)

Option 2 – Enhanced Weekly Resilience Package Everything in Option 1, PLUS:

Unlimited email/text access between sessions for quick check-ins or situational advice
Custom pre-game mental preparation routines
Post-game debriefs and mindset resets
Session recordings and written action plans Perfect for athletes facing high-pressure seasons, transitions (draft, transfer, pro debut), or recovering from injury/slumps. ($499 per month with month-to-month service option)

To get started, fill out the short form below. Dr. Runyan personally reviews every inquiry and will contact qualified athletes within 48 hours for a free 15-minute discovery call.