About Me

Hi, I'm Dan Mickle

Cognitive Performance Coach
I founded Soul Performance Academy, which focuses on performance psychology consulting. I currently hold or have held certifications as a Certified Mental Coach (CMC), Positive Psychology Practitioner (PPP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Practitioner, and Certified Life Coach, and I am an Associate with the American Psychological Association (APA). I am a regular lecturer at various volleyball, sports, and corporate national conferences on coaching, performance psychology, and mental training topics. I reside in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with my wife, Teri, daughters Morgan and Lily, and son, JD.   I am currently pursuing my doctorate in health sciences (DHSc) with a focus on coaching considerations for the neurodivergent population.  I hold a master's degree in Sports Psychology and a bachelor's degree in Sports Management and Coaching from the California University of Pennsylvania, as well as a second master’s degree in Learning Technology and Media Systems from the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.   I look forward to working with you and learning more about your story! To read my full bio, please click here.   Thank you,

Online Courses Available

Visit Soul Performances Academys virtual campus to see all the online courses that are offered.

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Areas of Training

I offer a wide variety of training topics for individuals and teams.  My programs are custom designed to help you achieve the best possible results.  My training is offered in various delivery methods to help fit into your busy schedule.  My most popular training programs are:

Mental Performance Skills

Helping athletes, performers, and the business worker get from good to great.

Team Culture & Leadership

Going beyond rope courses and trust falls, I help build lasting team cultures and leadership skills.

Personal Growth and Life Skills

Helping individuals achieve their highest potential in all aspects of life

Please visit the Training Options page to see all the programs and available delivery options.

Latest Podcasts

We have some great podcast episodes available on our two podcast programs, The Mental Cast and The Proper Atmosphere.

Proper Atmosphere

Confidence and Consistency (Ep. 26)

This week’s question comes from Sara, a track and field runner from Illinois: “Hi, Coach Dan, My name is Sarah Johnson, and I am a sophomore in college. I’m an …

Mental Cast

Last Time You Had Fun (S6:E02)

We have moments of joy and happiness, but when did you last have true fun?  A time when you lost track of time, laughed so hard you hurt, or maybe …

Mental Cast

Where Have I Been (S6:E01)

About one year ago, I walked away from my podcast.  I was unsure why, but a conversation and a book led me back.  We need to discuss that before I …

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Latest Vlogs & Blogs

Here are the latest articles and videos published to the website. Most are by Dan, but there may be a few guest articles!

Blog

Ask Dan – ADHD Athletes

Sorry for the delayed response. I am knee-deep in coaching, teaching, and working on my doctorate. It is a bit crazy. TLDR = Neurodivergent/ADHD athletes have unique needs, and the …

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Blog

Coaching Players with ADHD

Coaching players with ADHD can be challenging, as the disorder can make it difficult for individuals to stay focused and perform well in sports. However, there are effective coaching strategies …

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Not Sure Where to Start?

I'd love to share my experience to help you reach your goals whether they are personal or business (or both)!

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Trusted By

Jon Aharoni
Jon AharoniNational Team Coach, USA Volleyball

I love Dan's mindfulness program! He put together an intellectual approach to something that can’t be easily understood. This definitely is not perfect program for everyone, but if you want an introduction to mindfulness, its roots and a strong foundation to build a practice on; then this is the right program for you.

Chris Lafaurie
Chris LafaurieMSgt, United States Air Force

After 15 years of military service, countless leadership, time management, & self reflection courses, professional development seminars, and mentorship sessions; in my opinion working with Dan Mickle is a true investment in yourself, and will leave you with relevant insight for leading a generation towards a better tomorrow!

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If you have any questions or just want to get in touch, use the form below. I look forward to hearing from you! You can get in touch with me directly at dan@danmickle.com.