Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their full potential by improving their mental performance. We believe in a strength-based approach, focusing on individual strengths to enhance motivation, focus, and grit. Our goal is to help our clients overcome self-sabotaging thoughts and habits, leading to increased confidence and success in their personal and professional lives.
Meet Dr. Dave
Dr. David Derus is a licensed psychologist and mental performance coach based in Wausau, Wisconsin. Through his coaching, Dr. Dave seeks to help athletes and teams develop the mental skills they need to succeed, such as confidence, stress management, and focus. By working with Dr. Dave, athletes and teams can improve their overall performance and achieve their goals both on and off the field.
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Dr. Dave's background as a former hockey player and his passion for sports, combined with his expertise in psychology, has positioned him as a highly qualified mental performance coach. With a deep understanding of the mental and emotional demands of high-level performance, Dr. Dave is dedicated to helping athletes and teams reach their full potential.
Meet Courtney Derus, Psy.D, Licensed Psychologist : Your Partner in Growth & Transformation
Courtney is a highly skilled Life & Executive Coach with extensive training and experience in guiding individuals toward personal and professional fulfillment. With a background as a licensed psychologist, she has spent years working with people from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate challenges, embrace their strengths, and achieve meaningful change.
As a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive coach, Courtney creates a supportive space where clients feel truly seen and understood. She takes an encouraging, strength-based approach, empowering individuals to take charge of their lives with confidence and clarity. Whether you're seeking greater work-life balance, leadership development, career transitions, personal growth, or deeper fulfillment, Courtney is committed to helping you get results.
How It Works
Courtney offers telehealth coaching in all 50 states, making it easy and convenient for you to access high-quality coaching from anywhere. Sessions are held via secure video calls, allowing you to receive personalized support from the comfort of your home or office.
Investment & Consultation
Self-pay options: Pay per session or purchase discounted packages for ongoing coaching.
Free initial consultation: Get to know Courtney, discuss your goals, and determine if coaching is the right fit for you—at no cost.
Your journey toward clarity, confidence, and lasting success starts here. Book your free consultation today and take the first step toward creating the life and career you truly want!
Committed to Helping You Succeed
His unique blend of athletic and psychological knowledge allows him to provide a personalized and effective approach to mental performance coaching. He understands that success in sports often depends on more than physical abilities, and that mental well-being is a critical component of peak performance.
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With a strong commitment to helping others succeed, Dr. Dave is passionate about using his expertise in mental performance coaching to make a difference in the lives of athletes and teams.