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PRESSURE POINTS
MENTAL PERFORMANCE

Built for Pressure.
Helping athletes perform when it matters most.

Mental performance training for athletes who want to compete with confidence, stay composed under pressure, and trust themselves in the moments that decide outcomes

Youth • High School • College • Professional Athletes
Individual • Team • Performance Programs

Licensed Mental health therapist of 15+ years

certified mental performance consultant (cmpc)

trusted by athletes, teams, executives, & healthcare professionals

ABOUT PRESSURE POINTS MENTAL PERFORMANCE

You don’t need more motivation.
You need a system that works under pressure.​

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At Pressure Points Mental Performance, we specialize in helping athletes who:

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  • Struggle with confidence despite strong ability

  • Get stuck in their head during competition

  • Have a hard time bouncing back after mistakes

  • Perform well in practice—but not in games

 

This isn’t generic mindset work.
It’s a structured approach to building mental skills that transfer to competition.

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The Pressure Points System
 

A structured, assessment-driven approach to building mental skills that show up in competition.

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Composure

Staying steady after mistakes and in high-pressure moments

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Confidence

Trusting your ability without overthinking or forcing it

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Focus

Locking in on what matters—and letting everything else go

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Mental Preparation

Showing up ready, not reactive

Each athlete begins with a mental performance assessment (including tools like ACSI-28), followed by a personalized plan with clear goals and progress tracking

Gold Sports Trophies
Real Work. Real Situations.

This is applied, in-the-moment training—not just conversations.

Athletes learn how to:

  • Reset after mistakes in real time

  • Manage nerves before competition

  • Stay out of overthinking during play

  • Build confidence that holds up under pressure

Sessions are active, practical, and tailored to the athlete’s sport and situation.

MEET THE OWNER

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Darci Freeman

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Darci Freeman is the owner of Pressure Points Mental Performance. She is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) and a licensed clinician with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Darci works with athletes, leaders, and other performers to reach their full potential by teaching mental skills and providing unique interventions to address their individual struggles. She also offers coaching around emotion regulation, focus, and self-confidence for teens and adolescents. Darci specializes in developing emotional intelligence and building resilience.

"The Shoreline Royals brought on Darci to sharpen our mental game skills this last season where we won two tournaments and the league playoffs. Darci was able to connect and relate with our guys allowing them to optimize their performance and minimize their fears and anxiety." 

Coach Tim Lee, Club Baseball

Elite athletes train their bodies relentlessly—but the true game-changer lies in mastering the mind. Sports performance psychology bridges the gap between potential and execution, helping athletes build resilience, sharpen focus, and thrive under pressure.

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Why Mental Training Matters

Physical talent can take an athlete far, but mental strength determines how well they perform when it counts. Through tailored mental skills training, athletes can develop:
✅ Unshakable Confidence – Overcome self-doubt and step into competition with a winning mindset.
✅ Focus & Concentration – Learn how to tune out distractions and stay locked in on the moment.
✅ Emotional Control – Manage nerves, frustration, and pressure with proven psychological techniques.
✅ Resilience & Grit – Bounce back from setbacks and turn challenges into fuel for growth.

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Mental Skills Training for Athletes

At Pressure Points Mental Performance, we offer evidence-based strategies to strengthen the mental game, including:

  • Visualization & Imagery – Rehearse success mentally to improve performance physically.

  • Pre-Game Routines – Build confidence and consistency with structured mental preparation.

  • Mindfulness & Stress Management – Stay composed and present, even in high-pressure moments.

  • Goal Setting & Motivation – Define clear, actionable steps to fuel long-term success.

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Work With a Mental Performance Coach

Whether you're an individual athlete, coach, or team looking to enhance performance, we provide customized training to help you thrive when pressure peaks. Reach out today to take your game to the next level!

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