Description
Mission:
How can faith enhance performance? The Sport & Performance Psychology (SPP) Division explores this powerful connection, equipping professionals to bring Christ-centered insight into high-pressure, high-performance environments.
Whether it’s on the field, the court, in the locker room, or the boardroom, the demand for skilled Christian mental health professionals in sport and performance settings continues to grow. This division is designed for those working in or aspiring to work in this dynamic field—helping athletes, performers, leaders, and teams thrive mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Join the SPP Division to connect with like-minded professionals, share expertise, and explore how biblical principles can foster excellence and resilience in all areas of performance.
Member Benefits:
- Quarterly Divisional Zoom Meet Up with Division Leader
- Networking opportunities at AACC Divisional Mixers at Conferences
- Savings on specialized resources and services
- Email: sppdivision@aacc.net, stay connected with your division, reach out directly with questions or updates, and engage with fellow members
Division Leader:
Ed Garrett, Psy.D., PsyD., BCMHC, CH-C., is the Chair of Undergraduate Psychology and Professor of Sport and Performance Psychology at California Baptist University, where he leads with purpose, passion, and a servant’s heart. Known as “Dr. G,” he brings over 30 years of athletic experience to his teaching, mentoring, and consulting work, including time with the Colorado Rockies and the 1996 Summer Olympics. An AASP Approved Mentor and Division Leader with the American Association of Christian Counselors, Dr. G specializes in helping athletes and performers develop confidence and cognitive skills to thrive both on and off the field. He founded and leads CBU’s International Sport Performance Practicum, taking students abroad annually to explore global perspectives in sport performance. Rooted in faith, Dr. G is driven by a calling to help others grow, overcome, and succeed, using the language of sport to inspire the next generation.
