Dr. Sara Mitchell brings over seven years of experience from her previous role as the first full-time Sport Psychologist devoted to the Paralympic Division at the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, where she served as the Sport Psychologist at the 2016 Rio, 2018 PyeongChang and 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games for the for the U.S. Delegation; as well as numerous World Championships, World Cups, and domestic events. For her work with Paralympic athletes and teams, Sara has received two Order of the IKKOS Medals for her work at the Games, and is a recipient of the 2018 Colorado Springs Health Care Heroes Award.
In her approach, Dr. Mitchell works with individuals to develop the mindset and mental skills necessary to perform consistently at the highest level by helping them access their individual strengths, connect with the present moment; unlock creativity and resourcefulness; and thrive under pressure and in daily life.
In addition to expertise in performance enhancement, mindfulness, and sleep/recovery, Dr. Mitchells’s background also includes comprehensive training and experience working with individuals struggling with clinical (e.g., mood disorders, disordered eating behaviors, substance use, trauma) and adjustment issues (e.g., transitional stress).