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Dr. Haley Perlus

Dr. Haley Perlus

PhD Sport Psychology, Author and Expert in High-Performance Strategies

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Dr. Haley Perlus Podcast Episodes

The Intentional Clinician: Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, & Change

The Intentional Clinician: Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, & Change

Learning to Focus on Our Identity and Purpose and not just Your Current Role w. Dr. Haley Perlus [Episode 154]

August 6, 2025

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About this episode

Paul Krauss MA LPC interviews Dr. Haley Perlus about her life and careers--as they discuss how Dr. Haley approaches helping people. Dr. Haley Perlus is an accomplished sport and performance psychologist, keynote speaker, author, and consultant who specializes in optimizing mental performance for athletes, business leaders, and high achievers. Her expertise draws from both her decorated athletic background and advanced academic training—she holds a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, a Master’s degree in Coaching Behavior, and is certified in both fitness and nutrition.

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Original Music:

”Alright” from the album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify)

“Ferndell Shade” from A Host For All Kinds Of Life by Green-House (Spotify)

“Desire Path” from A Host For All Kinds Of Life by Green-House (Spotify)

Dr. Haley Perlus Podcast Episodes

Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Resilience & High-Performance Psychology with Dr. Hayley Perlus

Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

Sep 2025

Ruling Sports

86. Dr. Haley Perlus - What The World's Best Athletes Know About Unlocking Potential

Ruling Sports

Sep 2025

Live Greatly

Performing Under Pressure with Dr. Haley Perlus Ph.D., Performance Psychology Expert

Live Greatly

Sep 2025

Ariise

Interview with Dr. Haley Perlus

Ariise

Aug 2025

One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde

Episode 120: Right Foot, Left Foot: Finding Your Way Back After Setback with Dr. Haley Perlus

One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde

Jul 2025

The Dr. Ginny Show

231: How to Become an Intentional, Resilient Leader

The Dr. Ginny Show

Jul 2025

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

427 - Overcoming Doubt and Anxiety in Competition, with Sports Psychologist Haley Perlis

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

Jul 2025

High Performance Longevity

5-Minute Habits Olympic Coaches Trust for Success | Dr. Haley Perlus

High Performance Longevity

Jul 2025

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

Episode # 250 - 3 Strategies – Use Pressure to Sharpen Skills, Rather than Crumble Under It - Dr. Haley Perlus

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

May 2025

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Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Resilience & High-Performance Psychology with Dr. Hayley Perlus

Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

Ruling Sports

86. Dr. Haley Perlus - What The World's Best Athletes Know About Unlocking Potential

Ruling Sports

Live Greatly

Performing Under Pressure with Dr. Haley Perlus Ph.D., Performance Psychology Expert

Live Greatly

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Key topics

How to Perform When It Counts the Most

When the stakes are high, your mental response determines your outcome. Haley explores how leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs can use pressure to sharpen their skills, rather than crumble under it. She shares stress-optimization techniques used by Olympic athletes and high-performing executives, helping professionals train their minds to stay sharp, execute with confidence, and channel stress into peak performance.

Why Confidence Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait

The biggest myth in business is that some people are just “naturally confident.” In reality, confidence is trained—just like strength or stamina—and the lack of it quietly holds back even the most talented leaders. Dr. Haley Perlus draws on her work with elite athletes and executives to reveal how confidence is built through repetition, calculated risks, and breaking through mental barriers. She shows professionals how to condition their mindset for high-stakes moments—whether it’s commanding a boardroom, pitching investors, or leading under pressure—so they can perform with clarity and conviction when it matters most.

Decision Fatigue & Mental Endurance: How High Performers Make Better Choices Under Pressure

Every day, business leaders make hundreds of decisions—from strategic planning to crisis management. But when the brain is overloaded, decision fatigue sets in, leading to poor judgment, hesitation, and burnout. Haley unpacks the psychology of decision-making, explaining how top performers—whether in business or elite sports—train their mental endurance to sustain clarity, confidence, and precision under pressure.

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