Aashna Sundesha
Meet Aashna Sundesha
A Sports and Performance Psychologist from Mumbai, India. With a proactive approach towards performance and well-being, Aashna is dedicated to helping athletes and high performers reach their full potential. With a primary focus on developing psychological skills to implement on and off the field, her work lies in assessing and building client motivation, focus and attention, stress management, confidence, and emotional regulation.
About Me.
Welcome to AS Performance Psychology!
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I am Aashna Sundesha, a Sports and Performance Psychologist passionate about sports performance and well-being, working towards unlocking the full potential of high performers. With a proactive approach to mental health, I strive to enhance the well-being and performance of my clients, ensuring they consistently bring their best to their on and off the field.
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In my practice, I address a comprehensive range of factors contributing to optimal performance. These include motivation, focus, attention and concentration, performance anxiety, confidence building, leadership development, emotional regulation, and other psychological skills training through cognitive and behavioural interventions. Consistency and openness are integral aspects of my work, aimed at fostering resilience and sustained success.
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Understanding the intricate interplay of performance, personal, and social demands, I tailor my strategies to each client's unique needs. By fostering a holistic approach to mental well-being, I empower individuals to navigate the complexities of high-performance environments with confidence and resilience.
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Join me on a journey of self-discovery and performance enhancement. Together, we'll explore the depths of your capabilities, fine-tune your mental skills, and pave the way for sustained success in both, your professional and personal pursuits!
Education
Dhirubhai Ambani Internation Scool
International Baccalaureate
My formative years at DAIS were pivotal in shaping my interests and skills across academic, social, leadership, and sports domains. Serving as the school Head Girl, representing the school in basketball and badminton at conferences, and interacting with high performers fostered my passion for Sports, Psychology, and Leadership. The privilege of honing these interests at one of India's premier educational institutions laid a solid foundation for my continued pursuits in these fields.
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in
Psychology & Creative Writing
minor in Visual Arts
While at JHU, I had the invaluable opportunity to learn from distinguished professors conducting groundbreaking research in Psychology and Neuroscience. Concurrently, I enriched my practical skills by serving as a peer listener for fellow students and contributing as a research assistant at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Completing a double major at one of the top ten universities in the USA, with a great research and sports program, including D1 lacrosse, provided me with holistic exposure. This experience allowed me to collaborate with exceptional minds, fostering a nuanced understanding of sports, performance, and psychology from diverse perspectives.
Loughborough University
Master of Science in
Sports and Exercise Psychology
Loughborough, consistently ranked as the top university globally for sports-related subjects over the past eight years, provided an unparalleled academic journey. Throughout my master's program, I gained valuable insights from professors actively engaged in real-time collaborations with Olympians, CEOs, and high-performing individuals, including military personnel. This experience allowed me not only to absorb theoretical knowledge but also to interact with some of the nation's premier athletes. Additionally, I volunteered as a peer counsellor, extending support to both students and student-athletes, further enriching my practical understanding of the intersection of psychology and high-performance environments.