CMPC® Mentorship: Your Path to Excellence in Sport & Performance Psychology
The journey to becoming a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC®) represents a significant milestone in your professional and personal development. At The Performance Pursuit, we offer comprehensive mentorship that sets you up for success in achieving this prestigious certification.
What is CMPC® mentoring and the benefits?
Certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® demonstrates to clients, employers, colleagues, and the public that you have met the highest standards of professional practice in the field of sport & performance psychology.
Each of our consultants are Certified Mental Performance Consultants® and provide mentorship to developing professionals who are in the process of applying for certification.
Our consultants provide CMPC mentorship in various ways which include but are not limited to face-to-face mentorship, electronic mentorship, and live/video session observation.
How to Become a Mental Performance Coach
If you're passionate about helping others and have an interest in psychology, sports, and performing arts, becoming a certified mental performance coach might be the right path for you. Here's how you can get started.
Steps to Becoming a Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Educational Background: A graduate degree in psychology, sports science, or a related field is often beneficial. This foundational knowledge will help you understand the psychological principles behind mental performance and helping athletes optimize performance.
Gain Experience: Work with athletes, teams, or in environments that challenge mental resilience and mental health. Practical experience is invaluable in understanding the real-world applications of mental coaching.
Certification Programs: Enroll in a mental performance consultant certification program such as the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) Certification. These programs such as AASP offer specialized training and credentials that enhance your credibility as a coach or consultant.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest research and techniques in the field. Mental performance coaching is an evolving discipline, and staying informed will help you provide the best service to your clients.
Why CMPC® Certification Matters
Nationally Accredited by NCCA
Demonstrates highest professional standards
Validates expertise to clients and employers
Proves comprehensive knowledge across key domains:
Professional Ethics
Sport Psychology
Sport Science
Psychopathology
Helping Relationships
Psychological Foundations
Why Choose the Performance Pursuit for Your Mentorship?
Our mentors are all current certified mental performance consultants who have experience providing services in most professional environments, giving you insights into real-world applications of performance psychology principles and current industry trends.
Our program offers multiple mentorship formats including:
Face-to-face sessions for direct, personalized guidance
Electronic mentorship for convenience and accessibility
Live and video session observations for practical skill development
Case consultation to develop your clinical reasoning
We provide Comprehensive Support Throughout Your Journey:
Guidance on meeting certification requirements
Regular feedback on your consulting approach
Support in developing your professional identity
Practice in applying theoretical concepts to real situations
Assistance with certification application materials
Understanding Mental Performance Coaching
Mental performance coaching is a process that focuses on enhancing an individual's mental skills to improve performance and personal growth. It's not just about dealing with stress or anxiety; it's about mastering focus, motivation, and confidence to perform at your best consistently. Whether you're an athlete, a business professional, or someone looking to improve personal growth, mental performance coaching can provide the tools you need to succeed.
What Does a Mental Coach Do?
A mental performance consultant works with clients to develop strategies that boost mental toughness. This includes setting goals, maintaining concentration, managing stress, and building confidence. Coaches use a variety of techniques, including visualization, mindfulness, and cognitive restructuring, to help clients overcome mental barriers.
Benefits of Mental Coaching for Athletes
For athletes, mental coaching can be a game-changer. It helps in sharpening focus, improving motivation, and building resilience. These skills are crucial during high-pressure situations, like competitions or when recovering from injuries. Mental coaching empowers athletes to push their limits and achieve their goals.
Before You Schedule Your CMPC Mentorship Consultation
To make the most of our consultation, please review the following requirements. Our mentorship program is designed for individuals actively pursuing the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®) credential and who are ready to begin (or continue) accumulating their mentored experience hours.
1. You Must Be Pursuing the CMPC Credential
Our mentorship is intended for graduate students and professionals who are working toward CMPC certification. Candidates should be enrolled in or have completed a master's or doctoral degree in sport psychology, psychology, sport science, or a closely related field, as required by the CMPC certification pathway.
2. You Must Secure Your Own Applied Experience
The Performance Pursuit provides mentorship—not placements.
Before beginning mentorship, you are responsible for obtaining your own applied experience opportunity where you can work directly with athletes or other performance populations.
This may include opportunities with:
Schools or universities
Athletic teams
Private practice
Performance organizations
Military or tactical populations
Performing artists
Other approved performance settings
Your experience must involve eligible mental performance consulting activities that align with CMPC requirements.
Ready to Get Started?
If you've secured (or are actively securing) an applied experience opportunity and are ready to begin your CMPC mentorship journey, schedule a 30 minute consultation. During this call, we'll review your current progress, answer your questions, and determine next steps.