Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

02/27/2026

📣 Volume 38, Issue 1 of the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology (JASP) is out now!

This issue dives into athlete and gamer experiences, mental health in sports, mindfulness for performance, the dynamics of psychological safety, and more.

Check it out here: https://conta.cc/4rExK6o

02/26/2026

What if coaching focused less on problems and more on solutions?

AASP’s newest blog explores Solution-Focused Brief Counseling and how this strengths-based, future-oriented approach can help coaches support athletes through challenges, build confidence, and drive performance.

Read the full article here:

The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is the leading organization for sport psychology consultants and professionals

02/25/2026

📩 Check your inbox!

AASP recently emailed an invitation to participate in a 15-minute survey supporting the study Expansion of Sport Psychology Employment Opportunities and Compensation Trends in North America.

The research team is examining how sport psychology careers and job pathways have evolved from 2020-2025 to better understand current professional trends and training routes in the field.

The survey was sent to:
• AASP Professional, Early Professional, and Senior Members
• Certified Mental Performance Consultants® (CMPCs)
• CMPC Approved Mentors
• CMPC applicants approved to test or pending review
• Anyone who held Professional or Early Professional membership within the past 5 years

If you received the invitation, your participation is greatly appreciated. Your feedback will help inform the future of the profession!

02/25/2026

February’s AASP featured podcasts cover strategies for managing emotions, advancing inclusive teaching in sport psychology, and reflections on leadership in the field. Tune in for insights from Kai Laird, CMPC, Dr. Amber Shipherd, CMPC, and a conversation with AASP’s 35th President, Dr. Kensa Gunter, CMPC. Featured episodes include:

🔹 The Mental Golf Show - Neutralizing Negative Emotions with Kai Laird, CMPC

🔹 The Performance Psychcast - Equitable and Innovative Teaching Practices for Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology Educators featuring Dr. Amber Shipherd, CMPC

🔹 AASP & Answered with Drs. Brandonn Harris and Megan Byrd, CMPCs - A Conversation with AASP's 35th President, Dr. Kensa Gunter, CMPC

Listen to the full episodes here: https://bit.ly/AASP-FeaturedPods

02/24/2026

Call for CE Workshop Proposals!

Have insights to share? Submit your Continuing Education (CE) Workshop proposal for a chance to lead a session at the AASP Annual Conference. These workshops offer in-depth learning and help CMPCs meet recertification requirements.

Submissions are due by March 16, 2026. Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4gEd8Fr

02/23/2026

📣 Don’t forget to submit nominations for the four open AASP Executive Board positions!

We’re looking for leaders who are eager to make an impact and help define the future of our organization.

Nominations are due March 2, and terms begin in October 2026.

Learn more and submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/47BRT5M

02/20/2026

We’re celebrating a major milestone for the AASP Performing Arts Special Interest Group (SIG)! 🎭

The SIG hosted its first annual virtual conference in January, bringing together nearly 500 attendees to share insights, research, and experiences in the performing arts and sport psychology.

Read more from SIG Coordinator Mitchell DeSimone and learn how to get involved here: https://bit.ly/3LXakdd

02/19/2026

Check out these recent articles from SELF, The Cleveland American, and University of Illinois Chicago, which feature AASP Members Meredith Wekesser and Marvin Delos Reyes, and AASP President Hillary Cauthen.

Visit the Members in the News page to read more articles featuring AASP members: https://bit.ly/AASP-MemsintheNews

02/18/2026

Ramadan Mubarak/Kareem! As this holy month of fasting, prayer and reflection begins, may it bring you peace, gratitude and time with those who matter most.

Wishing all love and peace!

02/18/2026

Journal for Advancing Sport Psychology in Research (JASPR) has named its Paper of the Year!

This study explores how psychological inflexibility shapes retired elite competitors’ reactions to retirement, and how flexible thinking skills can help protect against symptoms of depression and anxiety during this major life transition.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3O4FVdv

02/17/2026

Wishing our AASP community a Happy Lunar New Year! Here’s to a year of health, happiness, and success.

02/16/2026

There are only two weeks left to submit your abstracts for AASP’s 41st Annual Conference!

Submissions close on Monday, March 2. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the program! Learn more and submit here: http://bit.ly/3YWAVtK