M.A Sport Performance Psychology
Mental Performance Coach
Meet Chris
Hello! I’m Chris Shea, the Mental Performance Coach and face behind Formidable Performance. I hold an M.A. in Sport & Performance Psychology and am currently pursuing certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). My background in mental health as a case manager allowed me to work with a diverse range of clients, from NFL athletes to individuals with persistent mental illnesses, and everything in between. As a case manager, I developed key skills that seamlessly transfer to my role as a mental performance coach, including active listening and communication, empathy and understanding, problem-solving, goal-setting and planning, stress management, motivation and encouragement and more.
My passion for sports began when I was only 4 years old- I fell in love with the game of soccer. My love for the game provided me the opportunities to do some amazing things- play for the Olympic Development (ODP) Team in Colorado, train with semi-professionals regularly, win a high school championship, and eventually play collegiately. However, my athletic career was consistently riddled with injuries and set-backs- both mental and physical. These setbacks ultimately inspired the idea behind Formidable Performance. My mission is to help others transform their weaknesses into strengths and achieve success.
Outside of coaching sessions, I love spending quality time with my family and friends. I’m a proud fan of the Denver Nuggets and Manchester City, but my love for sports spans far and wide. I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and skiing, especially during the winter months.
With a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping others, I’m excited to support you in reaching your performance goals. Let's work together to unlock your full potential!
“I worked with Chris for five months, and I can’t recommend Formidable Performance enough. We focused on setting goals, improving my self-talk, and boosting my overall confidence. Chris's extensive experience in mental health and his genuine dedication to helping people really set him apart from other services I’ve tried. Each session not only helped me understand myself better but also gave me tools to improve my relationships and feel more confident at work. Chris truly cares about his clients' improvement, and it shows. The only reason I stopped working with Formidable Performance is because I achieved my professional goal and landed the job I wanted in a different state.”
— Hannah