In this episode of The Mental Approach Podcast, host Todd Arkell sits down with former Canadian baseball player and current mental health professional Graham Tebbit. Graham shares his journey from growing up in Canadian baseball, earning a college scholarship in the U.S., and playing semi-pro in the IBL, to transitioning into a career in mental health and performance coaching.

Drawing on both personal experience and professional training, Graham dives into:

• The mental ups and downs of being an athlete and how to normalize them.
• Strategies for building resilience and reframing setbacks.
• The role of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in sports performance.
• How perfectionism, ADHD, and social media influence young athletes today.
• Common mistakes parents and coaches make—and how to better support athletes.

The conversation also explores myths about “mental toughness,” why early mental skills training matters, and how to balance external expectations with personal passion for the game. Graham’s perspective blends the competitive mindset of a high-level athlete with the empathy and insight of a therapist, offering practical advice for athletes, parents, and coaches alike.

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