OUTPLAY

Mental Performance

Win from Within.

Independently run mental performance consulting business based in Chicago, IL with telehealth options to work with athletes all over the US!

Our Mission

Empowering athletes to grow, compete with joy, and build mental skills that last beyond sport. Through evidence-based coaching rooted in mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and values-driven action, we prepare athletes to meet challenges with clarity, confidence, and consistency.

Why Mental Performance?

The mental side of sport matters- a lot. Yet it is often overlooked. Athletes spend countless hours strengthening their bodies, but the most critical tool for consistent, high-level performance is often neglected: the mind.

Athletes might pursue mental performance coaching for:

  • Competitive anxiety or overthinking during competition

  • Loss of confidence after injury, mistakes, or poor performance

  • Difficulty managing emotions under stress

  • Lack of motivation, focus, or consistency in training

  • Burnout or mental fatigue

  • Navigating transitions (new team, new level of play, or retirement from sport)

  • Difficulty balancing school, sport, and life responsibilities

  • Wanting to better understand their mindset or internal experiences

  • Seeking a competitive edge beyond physical training

With Outplay, athletes will gain:

  • Improved self-awareness

  • Tools for understanding and regulating their emotions

  • Increased confidence rooted in values and preparation

  • Improved concentration

  • Tools for managing competitive anxiety and overthinking

  • Faster recovery from setbacks and mistakes

  • Improved communication and leadership skills

  • Clear goals that align with personal values

  • A healthier, more sustainable relationship with sport

  • Greater intention, consistency, and enjoyment during competition

OUTPLAY the pressure.

OUTPLAY your doubts.

OUTPLAY your mind.

Meet Gina

Mental Performance Consultant/Coach

As a lifelong athlete and experienced coach, I believe deeply in the power of sport to shape our personal development on and off the field. But being an athlete is also hard. The physical and mental demands can wear us down and sometimes make us forget why we started. I know that firsthand.

I grew up in Williamsburg, VA and spent most of my life as a competitive swimmer. Alongside my passion for sport, I’ve always been fascinated by people- how we think, feel, and operate in uniquely human ways. That curiosity led me to earn a degree in psychology from Colorado College, and ultimately brought me to Chicago to pursue a master’s in Performance, Sport, and Exercise Psychology at the University of Illinois Chicago.

Here, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside skilled mentors and gaining hands-on experience supporting both youth and Division I athletes. My consulting approach is guided by the values of acceptance, curiosity, growth, and authenticity. I strive to build trusting, supportive relationships with each client, empowering them to take ownership of their growth and move toward their goals with intention.

I founded Outplay to serve a diverse community of athletes and to do my part in making sport a healthier, more supportive space where young athletes can grow into confident, resilient, and well-rounded people.

Services and Fees

50-minute 1:1 consulting sessions with Gina. Sessions will be delivered virtually via Google Meet (in person sessions may be available to clients located in Chicago).

Receive individualized mental performance coaching tailored to your specific needs and goals.

Pricing Options:

  • Single session: $50

  • 4-session package: $150

  • 8-session package: $300

Gina is available to provide your team or organization with group sessions or workshops tailored to a need or topic of your choice. Sessions may be held virtually or in person for Chicago-based groups.

Workshops may include psychoeducation, group discussions, and activities.

Pricing will depend on the team’s specific needs.

Group Sessions/Workshops

Individual Consulting Sessions

***All payments will be sent through Venmo to @outplaympc***

Schedule a Free Consultation!

Ready to get started? Schedule a free 15-minute discovery call with Gina to discuss your consulting needs, goals, and expectations.

Based on your personal needs, we will decide on a training plan that works for your schedule.