SERVICES

SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUAL ATHLETES

• Focus Skills

• Positive Thought Techniques

• Eliminate Self Doubt

• Pre-competition Planning

• Career Transition from Sport

• Confidence and Mental Toughness Skills

• Effective Communication Skills

• Anxiety/Energy Management Skills

• Motivation and Consistency Skills

• Counter Perfectionism

• Goal Setting for Success

• Recovery From Injury

• Imagery/Visualization Skills

• Learn to Deal with Mistakes

SERVICES FOR TEAMS, COACHES, ATHLETIC DEPARTMENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS

• Team Leadership and Development

• Team Pre-competition Plans

• Understanding Child Development in Sports Workshops

• Effective Recovery from Injury

• Career Transition for Athletes

• Building Positive Team Communication

• Guided Imagery/Visualization

• Integrating the Freshman Athlete

• Team Confidence

• Individual Goal Setting and Motivation

• Positive Parenting Workshops

• Team Goal Setting and Team Credo

• Coaching Skills Workshops

Services for the Executive

• Personality assessment to increase insight and personal growth

• Visualization, body regulation and awareness tools to improve performance

• Goal-setting strategies for improved business performance

• Sport Psychology strategies to improve your corporate golf and tennis game

• Mental toughness, resilience and mindfulness to improve effectiveness

• We offer mental skills to improve your corporate golf and tennis game

Winning Edge Media

Winning Edge Psychological Services was founded by licensed psychologist Joe Lenac. Joe’s background includes training in clinical psychology as well as sport psychology. His training in both clinical and sport psychology provides Joe with the flexibility to understand not just sport psychology issues but personality and mental health issues as well. Because of this unique blend of training and experience Joe is frequently consulted by the media (television, radio, newspapers and magazines) to discuss and comment on sport psychology, sporting and personality related news. Joe is also a frequent speaker for teams, clubs, and athletic departments in the area of sport psychology.

Presentations and Public Speaking:

Joe’s presentations are tailored to the specific sport, age level, competitive level, and audience (athletes, coaches, parents, etc). His presentations focus on tangible skills that the athlete, coach, or parent can immediately learn and start using that day. Presentations provide Joe with the ability to introduce large numbers of athletes and coaches to sport psychology principles.

Contacting Us:

To arrange for a presentation please utilize our contact page; please fill in all fields and the type of presentation you are interested in. Our media page contains links to some of our past media spots as well as a listing of some of the clubs and teams we have worked with.

For Media Only:

If you have need to quickly contact Joe for a spot today please call 314-229-7361.

Recent Media links:

Audio interview on National Public Radio

Interview with Channel 5 KSDK on the Cardinals

Winning Edge Links

American Psychological Association

Positive Coaching Alliance

US Olympic Team

Association for Applied Advancement of Sport Psychology

Zone of Excellence

Australia Institute of Sport

National Strength and Conditioning

National Alliance for Youth Sport

OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER OUR CLIENTS.

TO TRANSFORM THEIR GOALS FROM FANTASY TO REALITY.

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GENERAL QUESTIONS

What exactly does a sports psychologist help with?

This is the most common question we receive. Many athletes and coaches know they want help with their mental “game”, but are not exactly sure what they need. At Winning Edge we teach specific mental skills to improve performance. The mental skills of sport psychology are the secrets that many elite and professional athletes rely upon daily. Mental skills training has developed through years of research and provide the athlete with tangible, concrete tools he or she can practice and implement.

How often do I meet with you?

This question is challenging to answer because each athlete is unique and has different needs. We suggest six to eight sessions which allow us to get to know each other, discuss your frustrations, and tailor a program specific to you. We often work with athletes for several months as well as years. Many of our athletes come in for six to eight sessions, and then return for regular “tune ups” and “refreshers” as they continue through their career. We also work with athletes over years, as they progress into a collegiate career, the minor leagues, majors, and finally as they retire from sport.

What are some of the reasons that athletes seek sports psychology?

This is the second most common question we hear. Athletes have many different reasons for seeking out a sports psychologist. The most common areas of referral are: anxiety, depression, recovery from injury, transition to a new competitive level (college, professional), confidence and mental toughness, learning how to relax, learning to manage and control emotions, anger and perfectionism, learning how to cope with setbacks, not achieving their chosen goals, improving focus, and career transition from sport.

Can I partner with you if I do not live in St. Louis or Vail?

Yes, we regularly work with athletes who live across the country. Telephone sessions, use of video phone services, and email help us communicate and implement your unique sports psychology plan.

Do you communicate with coaches?

Yes, we regularly communicate with coaches. However, coach communication is at the athlete’s discretion. If the athlete would like us to coordinate with his or her coach, we have the athlete (and parent if necessary) sign a specific release form which allows us to communicate.