Courtney Messina, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, is a licensed professional counselor in Texas and Colorado and a licensed chemical dependency counselor in Texas. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ole Miss (University of Mississippi) and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Texas at Tyler.
With more than a decade of experience in the behavioral health field, Courtney has served in both direct-care and leadership roles in outpatient and residential treatment settings. She currently serves full-time as the Director of Community Outreach for All Points North, part-time as a Senior Athletics Therapist for Texas Christian University, and as a Contract Athlete Provider for the Onrise network.
A former Division I soccer player, Courtney competed at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, and at Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi. With her background in sport, combined with her experience as a licensed clinician, it has been genuinely rewarding for Courtney to work with collegiate and professional athletes and collaborate with dedicated providers and advocates in the athlete mental health community.
Courtney is committed to continuing her work with elite athletes and partnering with colleagues to expand access to mental health resources for athletes who may be struggling with mental health or substance use challenges.
Kristy Bilbie-Bekius has a passion for supporting athletes, and empowering them to develop mental skills to positively impact their sports performance and overall mental wellness. Kristy is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan, a National Certified Counselor, and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Kristy founded Prepare to Perform LLC in 2023, a practice created to blend her passions to support athletes and teams. A teacher and helper at heart, Kristy has 25 years of experience in public education as both a teacher and a school counselor. From her experience working in education, Kristy brings the knowledge of child and adolescent development to her practice, which is beneficial when supporting athletes as they develop and mature in the worlds of youth sports to high school sports, and beyond. As a former college athlete and coach, Kristy understands the importance of being prepared both physically and mentally to perform in sport and competition. She also has an understanding of the different challenges athletes face and how to navigate them. Kristy provides comprehensive mental performance training that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual athlete. Her work centers on performance essentials such as: helping athletes reduce anxiety, increase confidence, and sustain motivation for competition. By implementing strategic habits, such as effective goal-setting and training routines, she ensures that clients are prepared for the demands of their sport. Kristy also specializes in building resilience, offering guidance for managing injury recovery and preventing burnout to ensure long-term health and success. Beyond her work with individuals, Kristy supports teams by focusing on the development of a strong, supportive, and mentally healthy team culture. Kristy works with teams to enhance communication skills, foster leadership, and improve overall cohesion, ensuring that the team’s mental game is as sharp as their physical one. Recognizing the vital role of the athletic support system, Kristy also empowers coaches and parents as key influencers. She provides them with the necessary tools to effectively support and cultivate the development of mental skills, creating a positive and supportive environment where athletes can thrive.
Areas’ of Expertise *Sports Performance *Coping Skills for Managing Stress *Anxiety *Self-Esteem *Confidence *Adolescents and Young Adults *Parent Support *Coach Support
I am a former Division I soccer player and a dedicated mental health professional with a passion for supporting emerging and elite athletes. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology/Anthropology from St. Mary’s College of California, followed by a Master’s in Education with an emphasis in Psychology, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy—both from Pepperdine University.
My clinical journey began at a community mental health non-profit agency, where I worked with children, teens, adults, and facilitated anger management groups while also serving as a clinical supervisor. Today, I run a private practice in the Bay Area, primarily working with children, teens, and adults.
My true passion lies in helping emerging and elite athletes of all ages and genders navigate the unique pressures of athletic life, including challenges related to anxiety, self-esteem, and identity. I find great joy in supporting these athletes as they learn to strike a healthy balance between having fun in their sport and working hard to reach their goals.
Specialties: Anxiety related disorders, self-esteem, and identity.
Workshops/webinars: Transforming negative self-talk, Creating visualization scripts, The power of affirmations. Topics done before: Introduction to Mindfulness, Integrating Mindfulness into Family Life, Anger Management tools, Creative Interventions for Children and Teens (for clinicians), and others that I have zero interest in revisiting.
Clients: Child, teen and young adult athletes experiencing anxiety related disorders, low self-esteem/self-doubt, and challenges related to identity. As for specific sports, I’m most familiar with team sports such as soccer, softball/baseball, and basketball, but also have experience working with solo sport athletes.
Sergio Trejo holds a Bachelor of Science in Developmental Psychology from Saint Mary’s College of California (2009) and a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of San Francisco (2011). He is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a deep-rooted passion for both athletic performance and mental wellness.
Sergio’s connection to sports psychology began in high school through the San Francisco Parks and Recreation Youth Golf Program, where he served as an Assistant Instructor. His early involvement focused on helping youth develop foundational golf skills and confidence on the course. This formative experience sparked a lifelong interest in the intersection of psychological development and athletic performance.
While pursuing his undergraduate degree, Sergio emphasized youth neurodevelopment, which further informed his approach to working with young athletes. During his graduate studies, he returned to the SF Park and Rec Youth Golf Program as Lead Instructor, balancing academic pursuits with hands-on instruction and mentorship.
Following his formal education, Sergio entered the mental health field, gaining licensure as an LMFT and working extensively with individuals and families across the greater Bay Area. His clinical work is informed by a deep understanding of developmental processes, emotional resilience, and mental conditioning.
In 2013, Sergio expanded his focus by immersing himself in Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), becoming a dedicated practitioner and eventually a competition coach. With over a decade of BJJ experience, he now specializes in helping athletes prepare mentally and physically for high-level tournaments. His coaching style integrates performance psychology, somatic awareness, and mindfulness practices to help competitors perform under pressure.
Today, Sergio seeks to bridge his diverse background in golf, martial arts, and psychotherapy to support athletes in developing greater self-awareness, mental clarity, and focus—both in and out of competition. His holistic approach aims to foster not only peak performance but also long-term personal growth and resilience.
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Junior athlete development, Identity Issues, and Mental Skills acquisition for Competition.
Clients: I would love to work with all types of athletes. I do specialize in Martial arts/MMA athletes as well as Golfers.
Workshop/webinars: I would be open to leading workshops and webinars. I’d be comfortable in doing most Mental Health topics and Mental Processes for elite Performance type topics.
I am an experienced Clinical Social Worker with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization industry with children, adolescents, and young adults. Majority of my mid-career has been working with unhoused families in shelter and providing clinical support and consultation to social services staff, non-clinical administrators, and incoming MSW/LMSW’s. I am skilled in crisis intervention, clinical supervision, & have strong leadership skills. I have recently transitioned my professional career into the higher education sector, supporting students mental health on campus. I provide direct counseling services to students, workshops, trainings, and consultation to administration, faculty, and staff, and clinical supervision and support to pre-licensed metal health professionals (interns, part-time clinicians).
I am also a private practice owner, based in New York; House of Therapy. I have advanced training in Perinatal Mental Health/PMAD’s & specialize in counseling athletes and their ecosystems. My practice emphasizes treating clients apart of the BIPOC community who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, & other significant life changes & challenges. I approach my work from a psychodynamic lens & use a trauma informed model in how I work with clients.
I hold a Post-graduate certificate in Clinical Supervision from NYU.
Specialties: My primary specialty is working with young adults who are engaged in high-performance and achievement-oriented environments, such as academics, athletics, the performing arts (theatre/acting), and high-stress helping professions at both the collegiate and professional levels. I commonly support clients experiencing anxiety, performance-related challenges, depression, body image concerns, low self-esteem, perfectionism, burnout, and complex relationship dynamics. Additionally, I have advanced training in clinical supervision as well as in the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs).
Workshop/webinars: I have provided basic mental health training to provide psychoeducation on college campuses, created and developed mental health emergency action plans (MH EAPs) for university athletics and Global departments with trainings, provided training on managing/recognizing compassion fatigue and burnout.
Clients: Athletes in a competitive High school setting, collegiate setting or professional capacity. I also enjoy working with their families and their partners or both as a couple.
Julie Shiller is a Mental Performance Coach and Associate Clinical Therapist (ACSW) with over 15 years of experience in coaching, youth development, and human performance. She is the founder of The Other 23 Hours Coaching, a practice dedicated to helping athletes, coaches, and parents build the mental, emotional, and behavioral skills that fuel high performance and long-term well-being.
With a background in strength and conditioning and a Master’s in Social Work, Julie integrates sport psychology, mindfulness, and habit formation to support youth, teen, and adult athletes—specializing in LGBTQ+ youth and girls’ and women’s sports, with a passionate focus on keeping girls in the game. Her approach includes self-talk training, mental imagery, breathwork, and the development of high-impact routines—addressing the often-overlooked hours beyond practice and competition.
Julie holds certifications as a Pain-Free Performance Specialist, ACSM Personal Trainer, and Precision Nutrition Coach. She is currently a CMPC applicant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and is working toward LCSW licensure in California.
Her mission is to help athletes and coaches not just perform—but truly thrive in sport and life. Julie also leads workshops for the Positive Coaching Alliance and is a dedicated advocate for equity and inclusion in girls’ and women’s sports, with a special commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
When she’s not coaching or presenting, you can find her lifting in the gym, hiking with her black lab Millie, or catching a women’s game. She’s all about movement, rest days, and making performance both fun and sustainable.
Specialties:
Mental performance coaching
Habit building and recovery
Confidence, motivation, and focus
Identity development outside of sport
LGBTQ+ affirming support
Resilience through injury, transition, or burnout
Bridging the gap between physical and mental performance
Populations I work with / would like to work with:
Athletes (youth, collegiate, elite, and professional)
Coaches and sport leaders
Members of the sport ecosystem including athletic trainers, parents of athletes, and support staff
Women and girls in sport
LGBTQ+ athletes and performers
High-performing individuals navigating pressure, perfectionism, and performance anxiety
Fitness professionals and recreational exercisers who want to deepen their mental approach to training and movement
Workshops / Webinars: Past presentations:
Championing Women’s Sports: A Holistic Approach to Athlete Development
The Other 23 Hours: Mental Performance, Recovery, and Resilience in Sport
Beyond the Game: Supporting Athlete Identity and Mental Health
Topics I’d like to present on:
Building habits that support high performance
Recovery as a performance tool
Supporting girls and women in sport
Identity development and transition out of sport
Burnout and perfectionism in athletes
Mental performance tools for coaches
For fitness professionals: Mental skills coaching for clients, supporting motivation and consistency, coaching beyond aesthetics
For exercisers: Shifting from punishment to purpose in fitness, building sustainable motivation, managing performance anxiety in the gym
Saundre creates safe and humanizing spaces for Black women to embrace their healing journey. She understands that race and gender creates different stressors for Black women. Her goal is to help black women curate and sustain a life they love. Her approach is influenced by Black feminist therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Saundre specializes in making therapy sessions conversational and down to earth. She received her master’s in social work from Howard University with a focus on African American mental health. Her undergraduate work was done at Saint Mary’s College of California where she studied psychology with an emphasis on adolescent and adult development. In her free time, Saundre enjoys going to concerts and hiking local trails with her dog.
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Florida. I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing client-centered therapeutic services. My experience includes working with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), end of life and Sports Social Work. I have worked with Clients in a variety of settings, such as homes, schools, clinics and agencies. I utilize multiple modalities including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness.
My name is Caprice Mottley, and I bring a unique perspective to clinical work through my background as a former collegiate soccer player and my deep passion for supporting athletes’ mental health. After completing degrees in Sociology and Social Work from Lake Michigan College and Andrews University and gaining international experience in humanitarian studies, I began my clinical career with diverse populations, including Veterans, underrepresented communities, and college students/athletes. My professional journey led me to the first-ever Social Work Fellowship at Notre Dame in 2020, where I focused on student-athletes and have since continued to specialize in this area. I am currently in the process of completing my Doctorate in Education in Global Sports Leadership at East Tennessee State University, further deepening my expertise at the intersection of mental health and athletic performance. My clinical interests include performance enhancement, post-injury adjustment, identity challenges in sports, and the mental well-being of current and former athletes. I integrate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) within a laid-back, conversational, and multicultural framework that honors each client’s lived experiences, particularly those navigating both the demands of athletics and personal identity.
Clients: Collegiate and Emerging Athletes
Especially those navigating identity development, performance pressure, or injury recovery
Athletes of Color/Black Athletes and Those Facing Multicultural Challenges
Athletes Recovering from Injury or Experiencing Career Transitions -post-injury adjustment, identity loss, and performance anxiety -clients working through grief, uncertainty, or identity shifts after injury or as they transition out of competitive sports
Athletes with Invisible or Chronic Illnesses
Female/Male and Nonbinary Athletes Navigating Gendered Expectations
Perfectionistic or High-Achieving Performers
Specialties: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization, Reprocessing (EMDR), Laid-back, conversational style, Multicultural framework that honors each client’s lived experiences, particularly those navigating both the demands of athletics and personal identity
Workshops/webinars I have led a variety of initiatives focused on mental health education, support, and advocacy within university settings. This includes facilitating the But You Don’t Look Sick process group, which created space for students navigating invisible illnesses, and leading the Black Mental Health Matters workshop, aimed at deepening understanding of mental health through the lens of the Black experience. In collaboration with the University of Notre Dame’s Law School, I helped organize and lead the BIPOC Racial Trauma Speaker Series, addressing the complex intersections of race and psychological well-being. I’ve also provided mental health consultations to a student body through the Let’s Talk program, offering accessible and informal support for mental health. Additionally, I’ve facilitated resilience training through the Penn Resilience Program for students, faculty, and staff, promoting emotional wellness and coping strategies across campus communities.
Born and raised in the Bay Area, Easa is a first-generation American-born Filipina. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of California, Davis. Soon after graduation, she began direct care work in a community-based mental health wraparound pilot program – first as a counselor, then as a community resource specialist. During this time, she participated in her first endurance event: the Maui Marathon. With her team, she raised funds to benefit the preservation of the historical International Hotel (“I-Hotel”) and Manila town Heritage Foundation in San Francisco. In 2007, Easa earned her Master of Social Work at Smith College School for Social Work.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Easa’s professional interests include working with underrepresented and underserved populations, social justice and advocacy, decolonizing mental health, embodied healing practices, and working with athletes. Her experience includes over 20 years of direct care and supervisory experience providing community-based mental health services to youth and families involved in juvenile justice, child welfare, and social services systems. She is passionate about direct clinical work and developing new clinicians, counselors, and coaches in the healing, helping, and performance professions. In 2022, she participated in her first endurance cycling events – a metric century cycling ride in Livermore, California and a full Century cycling ride in Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada. As an avid cyclist, endurance athlete, and yoga enthusiast, she is excited to expand her clinical practice to serve athletes and their ecology and is currently developing a private therapy practice to this end.
