Reese is currently a Certified Mental Performance Consultant applicant and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. She received her EdM in Counseling and Sport Psychology from Boston University and her B.A. in Psychology from Trinity University with a minor in Sport Management.
As a Southern California native, Reese played at an elite level for Eagles Soccer Club in Ventura County. Reese continued playing competitive soccer at Trinity University, where she served as a two-time captain and helped her team win the conference tournament and advance to the NCAA tournament (as far as the Sweet Sixteen) all four years. During her senior year, Reese was also awarded Outstanding Senior in Sport Management for her work off the field. During her time in graduate school, Reese completed her mental performance hours by working with student-athletes at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as well as with young and semi-professional athletes.
Reese’s approach to sport psychology focuses on supporting both performance and overall well-being. She believes athletes perform best when they feel connected, healthy, and able to find joy in both sport and life. Grounded in person-centered principles and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), her work also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help athletes build practical skills, develop psychological flexibility, and stay engaged in their sport even in difficult moments. Reese values a collaborative and individualized approach, meeting athletes where they are and considering the demands of both their sport and their life outside of it. In both individual and team settings, she aims to create a supportive space where athletes can develop self-awareness, self-compassion, and psychological flexibility, helping them navigate challenges with confidence, stay grounded under pressure, and build a more balanced sense of identity beyond sport. Her philosophy has been shaped through graduate training, applied work with athletes, and her experience as a collegiate athlete.