About Michael Huber, Mental Performance Coach

If you’re the parent of a young athlete, you’ve probably noticed that the older they get, the less they want to hear it from you, even when you have the answers.

I know that feeling well. I’m a father of teenage athletes, a longtime youth coach, and I played competitive baseball for more than 30 years.

That’s why I became a mental performance coach.

Young athletes don’t need another voice telling them what to do.
They need someone who listens, understands what they’re carrying, and helps them find their own way through the challenges in front of them.

What parents can count on

I listen first. Before we work on any skills, I get to know your athlete: what they want, what’s weighing on them, and how they think. When athletes feel heard, they’re more open to the work.
Your athlete’s sessions stay confidential. They can be completely honest with me. The one exception is if I’m ever concerned about their safety, and I’ll always be upfront with both of you about that.
You stay in the loop. We keep an open line of communication, so you know how your athlete is growing without them losing that trust.
No pressure. Our first conversation is free, and it’s about whether this is the right fit. It’s not about selling you anything.

What athletes can count on

This is your time. We’ll work on what matters to you, at your pace, so you can stay steady under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and be yourself, on the field and off it.

My background

I’m a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® with a master’s degree in Sport Psychology, and I work with athletes ages 14 to 22, in person in Central New Jersey and virtually.

Being trusted by young athletes and their families is a privilege I take seriously.

If this sounds like what your family needs, I’d love to hear your story.

My Core Values

Strengths-Based Coaching

I always want to demonstrate a positive attitude toward others. Certainly, there are times when honest and critical feedback will be required. However, I always do my best to emphasize what’s going well in our work together.

Accountability

I take pride in holding myself and others accountable. I will take responsibility when I make a mistake or do not perform up to your standards or my own. In turn, I expect that you will demonstrate the same level of accountability.

Intent > Content

I believe mental performance coaching should be tailored to your needs. Thus, I genuinely believe that the intention to serve you supersedes the skills or tools that I introduce in our sessions together.

Person > Performer

I believe in tending to the human being first and the athlete or performer second. Every aspect of your life affects performance. If you do not feel cared for as a person, then achieving your human potential will be very challenging.

Authenticity

I intend to be my true self at all times. I will not shy away from practicing in a manner consistent with who I am. I believe in the power of example and will do my best to model the behaviors that I would like to see from you.

What we work on

One-on-one coaching for athletes ages 14 to 22. I meet with athletes in-person in Central New Jersey and virtually. Here are examples of outcomes we might strive for together:

Building confidence that holds up under pressure
Quieting overthinking so they can play freely
Resetting after mistakes and setbacks
Making better decisions in the moments that matter
Navigating transitions, like high school to college
Being themselves when everyone is watching

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