Mental Performance
Meet Your Coach
Coach Cami Duboy
Chilean-born and raised in Riverside, CT, Cami grew up competing in tennis, basketball and volleyball. She earned her psychology degree at UConn, spent seven years in human resources, then followed her passion into coaching — becoming a certified personal trainer and earning her Master's in Sports Psychology.
Cami believes the strongest athletes train the mind and body together. She creates an environment where athletes feel understood, motivated and pushed in the best ways — and leave with the mental resilience to match their physical work.
Why It Matters
Talent gets you there. Your mindset decides what happens next.
Every athlete has felt it: the practice that goes perfectly and the game that doesn't. The skills didn't disappear — nerves, doubt or one bad play took over. Mental performance is a skill set, and like speed or strength, it can be trained. At The Ave, we build it with the same standard we bring to every rep: clear tools, consistent practice, and real accountability.
What We Work On
The mental side of the game
Confidence
Build belief that holds up under pressure — rooted in preparation, not hype.
Focus
Lock in on what you control and tune out the crowd, the scoreboard and the noise.
Pressure & Nerves
Pre-game routines, breathing and reset tools so nerves become energy, not a barrier.
Bouncing Back
Move past mistakes in seconds, not quarters. Short memory, next play.
Returning From Injury
Rebuild trust in your body and handle the fear of reinjury as you get back on the field.
Goals & Motivation
Set clear goals, build daily habits, and stay driven through the grind of a long season.
Who It's For
Built for athletes at every level
How It Works
A clear, simple process
Intro Call
We talk through your sport, your goals, and where the mental side is holding you back.
Assess
Coach Cami maps your pressure moments, habits and self-talk to find the starting point.
Build Your Toolkit
Visualization, breathing, focus cues, self-talk and pre-performance routines — built for you.
Practice It
Short assignments between sessions so the tools become automatic, not just ideas.
Apply It
Put it to work in training at The Ave, in practice, and on game day.
Review & Adjust
Break down what worked after big moments and sharpen the plan for the next one.
Ways to Train
Choose your format
1:1 Coaching
Private sessions with Coach Cami, in person at The Ave or virtually.
Team Workshops
Sessions for teams, captains and coaching staffs — at The Ave or at your facility.
Paired With Training
Add mental performance to your training at The Ave for a complete, mind-and-body approach.
FAQ
Common questions
Is this therapy?
No. Mental performance coaching is education and skill-building focused on performance. It is not therapy or mental health treatment. If you or your athlete are dealing with anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns, we'll help you connect with a licensed professional.
Do I need to train at The Ave to work with Cami?
No. Mental performance coaching is available on its own, and it pairs well with any training program at The Ave.
How young can athletes start?
We work with athletes 12 and older. For athletes under 18, a parent or guardian is part of the intro call.
Can parents be involved?
Yes. We'll share the tools your athlete is working on so you know how to support them — and what to say, and not say, on the drive home.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes. 1:1 sessions can be held in person at The Ave or virtually.
Mental performance coaching at The Ave is educational and performance-focused. It is not psychotherapy, counseling or medical care, and it does not diagnose or treat any mental health condition. In a crisis, call or text 988.
Get Started
Ready to compete with a stronger mind?
Book a free intro call with Coach Cami and build your plan.