The Psychological Side of Sport: How Your Mental State Affects Performance--with Dr. Kensa Gunter, PsyD, CMPC

Dr. Kensa Gunter is a clinical and sport psychologist based in Atlanta, GA where she provides individual counseling, mental skills training, and consultation services to athletes and organizations. In this episode, we discuss:how psychological factors play into sportwhether or not athletes are open to mental health discussionshow to manage pre-competition anxietyHow the idea of perfectionism play into an athlete’s mental healthHow athlete’s can balance the idea of wanting to win/be the best and also not beat themselves up if they don’t win.the definition of mental toughness and how can athlete’s harness itConnect with Dr. Gunter or visit her website. Apply to work with Natalie for 1-on-1 nutrition coaching! Have questions or want to request a show topic? DM us @greenletesCheck out Natalie's book 📕: Planted Performance