The Athlete Mindset Program

The Athlete Mindset is a structured five-session program for high school and collegiate student-athletes of all competitive levels. Using evidence-based strategies from sports psychology, psychiatry, and elite athletic training, athletes learn to build confidence, improve focus, manage pressure, strengthen resilience, and develop the mental skills needed to perform at their best.

Each participant leaves with a personalized mental performance playbook they can apply in competition, training, academics, and everyday life.

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Program Format

Length:

5 - 8 sessions

Duration:

60-90 Minutes

Format:

Interactive & Skills-based

Settings:

Individual or Group

Sessions may be conducted individually or in group settings—including school teams, team captains, travel teams, or select athlete cohorts.

Why the athlete mindset matters

Student-athletes face unique mental pressures that physical training alone cannot address. These include:

Performance anxiety and fear of failure
High expectations from self, parents, coaches, and peers
Balancing academics, sports, social life, and recovery
Emotional reactions to wins, losses, injuries, and setbacks
Identity challenges—“Who am I outside of sports?”

The AthleteMindset helps students train their mind the same way they train their body; with structure, repetition, and expert guidance.

Doctors

Ayotunde Ayobello, MD

Dr. Ayotunde Ayobello is the Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He is a Yale-trained Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

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Program Leadership

All sessions are led by Dr. Ayotunde Ayobello who is a child & adolescent psychiatrist, former professional athlete and medical director of Greenwich Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.

Dr. Ayobello brings a unique integration of clinical expertise, sports performance insight, and real-world athletic experience to every session. His approach is grounded in the same evidence-based, compassionate care that defines Greenwich Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Now Offering In-person and Virtual Appointments

We integrate evidence-based therapies, supportive services and when indicated, pharmacologic support to meet the diverse needs of each child and family. Whether your child is struggling with a mood disorder, ADHD, school challenges, or social difficulties, we are here to provide the support and guidance they need to thrive.