Going for the Gold: Essentials of Optimizing High Stakes Performance

This introduction to the new and exciting field of performance psychology (PP) includes the application of psychological practice and science in such diverse fields as high stakes executive coaching, sport, stage, military special forces, and doctors engaging in high pressure practice. This interactive presentation will cover the roots, current applications, and core principles of PP practice. The program will include the presentation of additional training suggestions for those wishing to learn more about and engage in PP work.

• List at least three historical roots that form the foundation for the field of performance psychology.
• Describe at least three core practices of performance psychology across application populations and settings.

Stewart Cooper, PhD, ABPP, and Karen Cogan, PhD