Think Better,
Ride Better.
Find Your Flow: Learn evidenced-based psychological tools from an experienced Performance Psychologist. Align your mind with your horse’s potential and build the partnership you need to succeed.
As a registered Performance Psychologist and active competitor in horse events, I understand firsthand the unique pressures riders face—because I’ve lived them!"
Deena Cooper
Equestrian Performance Psychologist
I work with riders across the entire range of the sport - from elite professionals looking for that 1% performance edge, to recreational owners reclaiming their confidence after a setback. No matter your discipline or your "level," mindset matters! That's why I’m here. I want to help you navigate the mental side of riding. Together, we’ll build the focus, resilience, and calm you need to be the partner your horse deserves and rider you've always wanted to be.
Who can benefit from
Performance Psychology?
For all riders, mastering the art of horsemanship is about more than just physical skill, it's a profound mental and emotional partnership with your horse. No matter the level you are at, the discipline you do, or the age you are, performance psychology can offer benefits that extend beyond the arena. Click on the images below to find out more.
THE RIDER BEHIND THE PSYCHOLOGIST
It’s easy to assume that because I’m a psychologist, I’m immune to show pen anxiety or the fear of getting hurt. But the reality is I’ve spent plenty of time at the gate, distracted by 'what ifs' and feeling completely overwhelmed.
My interest in sports psychology didn't start in a lecture hall - it started in the dirt. Honestly, it was the last thing I thought I’d be doing with my career! After navigating injuries and some truly difficult horses, I was left battling fear and deep self-doubt.
Before I taught anyone else how to master their mindset, I had to do the hard work to master my own.
This is the story of how I found my way back to the saddle and achieved the kind of success in the arena I never thought possible.
