Sophie Adickes
mental performance coach specializing in performance anxiety and confidence building for singers, actors, & entrepreneurs.
beat stage fright.
build confidence.
become resilient.
Sophie Adickes
Performance Anxiety Coach. M.A. Psychology, M.M. Vocal Performance, ICF ACC
Hi I’m Sophie, a performer turned mental performance coach who helps other artists and high achievers use psychology to address performance anxiety, manage stress, and build self-confidence.
Being a trained performer myself, I understand the industry pressures that come with a career in the arts AND how it affects the mind/body relationship.
After seeing so many performers quit due to mental blocks and burnout, I’ve made it my mission to equip artists with the mental skills that athletes and high performers use to build resilience and find freedom in performance.
I use my backgrounds in psychology, physiology, and performance to holistically address the mental side of high performance. Whether you’re looking to conquer stage nerves, return to performing after a hiatus, rediscover your love for performing, or simply want to level up your mental skills, we’ll work together to unlock your potential.
1-on-1 coaching & research backed tools designed to address:
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PERFORMANCE ANXIETY
manage nerves
improve self-talk
build confidence -
stress
avoid burnout
healthy coping mechanisms
increased resilience -
self-confidence
personal strengths
values identification
aligning goals with action -
mind-body connection
increase self-awareness
feel grounded
calm the nervous system
My services
Performance Coaching for Actors, Singers & Creatives
Stop “faking it til you make it” and finally, craft a game plan for addressing stage fright, impostor syndrome, comparison, focus onstage, and overall confidence. My goal is to equip you with the support & tools needed to become resilient to career pressures, feel confident in your identity as an artist, and reconnect to your love of performing.
Performance Coaching for Entrepreneurs & Professionals
As an entrepreneur or high-achiever, you are constantly on the clock, juggling multiple roles, building a personal brand, and trying to perform at your best… but let’s face it— it’s exhausting. It’s time to craft a life that truly aligns with your goals and values. My goal is to help you establish the routines, systems, and tools that will beat burnout, manage stress, increase your self-confidence, and improve your overall well-being so you can access peak performance without sacrificing your mental health.
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Frequently asked questions
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I work with artists & entrepreneurs who experience performance anxiety or chronic stress during social situations, public speaking, professional performance, or working in a high-stress environment. These situations often lead to blurred boundaries, burnout, and weakened self-confidence. Chronic stress stimulates the sympathetic nervous system and leaves us struggling in the fight-or-flight state. My coaching helps to teach various somatic and cognitive techniques designed to increase self-awareness and feelings of control. I aim to build confidence while mitigating stress symptoms for a holistic approach.
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Everyone is different, but I aproach performance anxiety/stage fright on multiple fronts to simultaneously build self-confidence AND reduce performance anxiety symptoms.
When it comes to performance anxiety symptoms, we would introduce strategies for calming the nervous system, uncover mental roadblocks, address unhelpful thought patterns, and rewire your brain for peak performance.
Next we would build a foundatio for confidence by identifying your unique strengths & values, so you know what YOU bring to the table without needing external validation.
Lastly, we would create a gameplan of habits, routines, and practices that support your ability to manage stress and remain resilient as an artist.
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It’s probably time to work with a coach if you struggle with any of the following and it’s holding you back from opportunities or taking tha joy out of what you do.
stage nerves
imposter syndrome
instrusive thoughts
negative thought spirals
self-doubt
low self-confidence
attachment to outcome
perfectioism
persistent wory about other people’s opinions
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Nope. While there are similar concepts and tools used in both therapy and coaching, therapy often centers treatment around a diagnosis, and there will be no labels or formal diagnosis in coaching. Additionally, therapists work with clients on addressing the "whys" behind current distress, often investigating trauma and focusing on a healing of the past.
Coaching is more action-oriented, focusing on the present and future rather than the past. Similar to therapy, my background in psychology informs my coaching style, teaching research-backed techniques to help you align your current actions with your future goals. In my coaching, I aim to partner with my clients to develop the skills of confidence and resilience so that they are equipped to handle whatever life throws at them. I’m here to be your support system, mentor, cheerleader, and detective as we rewire your brain for peak performance.
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My goal is to be a positive support system and provide you with tools and techniques that will outlast our time together.
All of my clients begin with twelve sessions over a six-month period to establish a solid foundation. It gives us plenty of time to build self-awareness and create, test, and fine-tune your personalized tools library.
From there, I offer a monthly coaching subscription to continue checking in and providing support and accountability as you continue your career. Creating lasting change is a process that looks different for everyone, but I'm here to provide accountability and encouragement for as long or short as you need me
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Two options!
You can set up a complimentary strategy session so we can get to know each other and determine if coaching would be a good fit for you based on your needs and goals.
You could sign up for the NEW CLIENT 45-minute Mindset Check-in! That's a single session where you can test the coaching waters. We'll identify your strengths and areas of growth so you can leave with tangible action steps moving forward.
Still have questions? Reach out!
“The Happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.”