Where Mental Health Meets Sports Performance
Helping coaches and parents support athlete focus, confidence and self-regulation - led by Sean Flikke, Mental Health Counselor and Coach
Meet Coach Flikke
I’m Sean Flikke - youth sports coach and Mental Health Counselor.
I work with coaches and parents who are trying to figure out how to support athletes who need more than traditional coaching.The players who:
• Struggle to focus
• Shut down after mistakes
• Act out during practice
• Lose confidence quickly
• Or just don’t seem to “fit” the system These are not “problem players.” They’re athletes who need a different approach.My work sits at the intersection of mental health and athletic performance, helping you handle the moments that matter most - so more kids succeed in sports and in life.
Who I Help
Coaches
You want to:
• Handle difficult player behavior more effectively
• Improve focus and engagement in practice
• Build stronger team culture
• Coach with more confidence in high-pressure momentsParents
You want to:
• Help your child succeed in sports
• Support emotional regulation and confidence
• Communicate better with coaches
• Make sports a positive experience again
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What I Offer
(ways I can help)
1) 1:1 Coaching SessionFix One Player Situation
If you have a specific situation that keeps showing up, this is the fastest way to solve it. 👉 Walk away with:
• A clear plan
• Specific language to use
• Practical next steps
2) Coaching Course
3) Coach Them All: Implementation LabLive coaching support for real team situations.
This is where we take everything from the CTA training and apply it to your actual athletes.👉 Inside the Lab:
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• Practice adjustments
• Communication strategies that work
• Q&A with real scenarios]{red
4) Parent Guide
The Sports Playbook for Neurodivergent Athletes A practical guide to helping your child:
• Prepare for games
• Handle emotions
• Build confidence
• Navigate challenges in sports
5) Free Guide for Coaches '5 Things Coaches Should Never Say to a Struggling Player' Most coaching mistakes aren’t about effort - they’re about communication.Download this free guide and learn:
• What to avoid saying
• What to say instead
• How to build trust quickly👉 Enter your email to get instant access
What Coaches Are Saying
“Prior to our talk, he was easily distracted and disengaged. Using (the tools) you suggested has brought him into every team discussion!" - Coach D.
"Using tools from you and Coach Ballgame, his effort is through the roof! He's far mare engaged...and his skills are showing a lot of improvement" -Coach McK.
"I couldn't be more proud of these two but there are other stories where techniques and topics we covered are working (outside of baseball too)!" - Coach D.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out AloneLike parenting, the hardest moments in coaching are the ones no one prepares you for.
But those are the moments that define you as a coach.Let’s work through them - together.
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Sean Flikke
Mental Health Counselor | Youth Coach