Sport Psychology Specialist
Jeff Ruser, Ph.D, CMPC, is a seasoned mental performance consultant with over a decade of experience assisting high performers across various levels of competition. Specializing in youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletics, he emphasizes the critical role of mental training in achieving excellence.
Currently serving as the Sport Psychology Specialist at the University of Notre Dame, Dr. Ruser collaborates with Division I athletes and teams to enhance their mental performance and address specific mental health needs.
With a Ph.D. in Counseling and Sport Psychology from Indiana University, Dr. Ruser is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) accredited by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Dr. Ruser offers expertise in mental performance enhancement, athlete mental health and wellness, athlete development, coach consultation, and talent identification and selection.
Testimonial by Indiana University Athletic Department (July 2020). Video accompanies Ruser’s article “Mastering Motivation".
Consulting Philosophy
Mental performance and training sets high performers apart from others in their pursuits of excellence—highlighting the importance of training the mind. I collaborate with each client to identify their needs and goals, creating a customized plan for achieving these goals efficiently. By addressing underlying issues directly, and recognizing that true high performance is a journey of perseverance and endurance, athletes and executives are equipped with mental skill for sustaining self-sufficient high performance and attaining their goals.