My Story

Sport has shaped who I am. I’ve been competing since I was four years old—baseball, football, and basketball all the way through high school, before eventually finding my way into mixed martial arts in college. I didn’t just train—I built my life around it, pushing relentlessly toward a goal that meant everything to me.

Earning my black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and competing professionally were milestones—but more than that, it was about pushing limits, proving something to myself, and seeing how far I could go. The biggest fight hasn’t always been against an opponent, it’s been against myself.

As a professional athlete, I know what it feels like to have your body ready but your mind out of sync. I’ve battled fear of failure, pressure to perform, and expectations that pull me out of the present moment. In my sport, you only get a few chances to compete each year—so being “on” when it counts is everything.

Those experiences led me to a deeper question: How do we align physically, mentally, and emotionally to meet the moment? How do we perform with composure, stay present, manage arousal, and reframe our thoughts—so the pursuit becomes less about chasing victory and more about becoming who we’re truly capable of being?

I received my Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from the University of Tennessee Knoxville, where I built a strong foundation in movement and human performance. I went on to complete my Master’s in Sport & Performance Psychology, blending the mental with the physical to help others show up when it matters most. I’ve spent the past three years coaching MMA and currently continue to do so—an experience that not only sharpened my leadership but keeps me grounded in the realities athletes face. Alongside that, I work as a mental performance coach with athletes across a range of sports, helping them build the mindset, confidence, and self-regulation needed to perform and grow in high-pressure environments.

Why I Do This Work

I do this work because it matters. I’ve lived the highs, the lows, and everything in between. I know what it’s like to chase a goal so intensely it consumes you—and to wrestle with pressure, doubt, and expectation. I’ve also seen how confidence, composure, and resilience can transform the way athletes train, compete, and live. Most of all, it’s my purpose—to help people become their sharpest, most authentic selves.

“People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
— Theodore Roosevelt

My Coaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy is athlete-centered and relationship-driven. I aim to help athletes discover who they are — believing that self-awareness, the ability to understand what drives you and how to regulate your mind and emotions, is the foundation for both high performance and a fulfilling life. I walk alongside each athlete not just to teach techniques, but to ask better questions, inspire reflection, and support growth. Grounded in authenticity and connection, my approach adapts to the individual while focusing on developing core mental skills like confidence, focus, psychological flexibility, and emotional regulation.

We’ll work to align your mindset with your goals so that success feels not just achievable, but sustainable. Whether you’re in the gym, the cage, the field, the arena, or everyday life, this work is about much more than just winning. It’s about growth, fulfillment, and becoming who you were meant to be.