Making
Extraordinary,
Ordinary.
Turning exceptional potential into everyday excellence.
We build performance partnerships that empower high-level competitors across industries to excel in high-pressure environments—cultivating resilience, driving growth from challenges, and fostering sustainable excellence.
We Believe:
Elite talent and refined skills set the foundation, but true mastery is a relentless pursuit. It’s about mastering the mental game—harnessing resilience, thriving under pressure, and turning setbacks into fuel for success forged by resilience and guided by values.
We Deliver:
Practical, proven consulting and coaching strategies that elevate performance and fortify well-being in any arena, no matter the challenge—internal or external.
We Serve:
The outliers—the driven, the disciplined, the high achievers. Those who embrace challenges, pursue growth with unwavering focus and demand more from themselves in the relentless pursuit of excellence.
About Adam
As the Director of Mental Performance for the Washington Nationals Major League Baseball team and co-founder of the Antifragile Academy—an initiative dedicated to helping individuals thrive amid stress, chaos, and uncertainty—Adam Wright, PhD, LAC, CMPC, has spent over two decades elevating the mental resilience, focus, adaptability, and well-being of elite performers.
With advanced degrees and expertise in the biological, psychological, and social dimensions of human performance, Dr. Wright seamlessly integrates time-tested strategies with cutting-edge research to meet the demands of competing at the highest level. He thrives on the razor’s edge of high-stakes performance, whether coaching elite athletes, guiding C-suite executives, supporting first responders, or partnering with performing artists and medical professionals.
Dr. Wright’s unique ability to integrate mental, emotional, and physical conditioning sets him apart, making him the trusted partner for those committed to excelling in the most demanding environments
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Mission
My mission is to unlock human potential by driving mental, physical, and emotional excellence. I help individuals perform at their best, thrive under pressure, and achieve sustained growth and well-being.
I work with clients who embrace challenges head-on and strive to perform at the highest level, no matter the field. They come from diverse arenas where stakes are high, and the margin for error is slim.
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Elite Athletes
From national-level competitors to professional teams, these individuals understand that mental resilience is as crucial as physical conditioning. They’re committed to achieving and sustaining peak performance under relentless pressure.
Tactical Professionals
Military, law enforcement, and emergency services professionals operate in extreme conditions where precision, resilience, and split-second decision-making are critical.
Performing Artists
Actors, directors, and creatives navigate the unique pressures of the entertainment industry—from mastering their craft on set to managing the intensity of public life. For them, mental clarity, focus, and emotional resilience are essential.
Corporate Leaders and Executives
At the top of their game, these clients make high-stakes decisions daily, balancing vision, strategy, and the well-being of their teams. They seek mental tools to perform consistently and lead confidently under pressure.
Medical Professionals
Surgeons, physicians, and healthcare leaders face critical decisions and intense responsibilities daily. They require resilience, focus, and mental stamina to deliver the highest standard of care consistently.
What Drives My Clients:
The pursuit of excellence is their guiding principle. They value a process that supports sustained performance, resilience, and growth. They understand that mastering mental skills is essential to achieving their goals and thriving—not just surviving—in their fields. -
My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and built on strong partnerships with each client. Trust, respect, and open communication are at the core of every collaboration, ensuring that clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported.
Every journey is unique. Together, we identify your strengths, challenges, and motivations to set clear, measurable, values-driven goals. Using insights from your past experiences, we design personalized strategies to foster growth, resilience, and sustainable success.
Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, sport science, and philosophy, I craft practical, holistic strategies that amplify performance, well-being, and personal growth. Whether navigating high-stakes environments or everyday challenges, we stay adaptable and laser-focused on achieving your goals.
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Education:
Doctorate and Master’s in Kinesiology – Psychology of Movement, Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Temple University, School of Public HealthMaster’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis (BGSP-NJ)Graduate Certificate in Executive and Professional Coaching
The University of Texas at Dallas, Dept. of Organizational Behavior, Coaching, and ConsultingBachelor’s in Philosophy/Psychology, Maximum Cum Laude, Psi Chi, Pi Kappa Phi
LaSalle University
Professional License & Certifications:
Licensed Associate Counselor (NJ)
Certified Mental Performance Consultant (AASP-CMPC)
ICF Professionally Certified Coach (ICF-PCC)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)
Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP),
Professional Affiliations:
Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)
American Counseling Association (ACA)
American Psychological Association (APA), Division 47
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
International Coaching Federation (ICF)
How We Serve
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Personalized Performance Coaching
One-on-one coaching for elite performers in high-stakes settings. Build essential mental skills, achieve peak performance, and maintain long-term well-being through a tailored, focused approach.
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Organizational Consulting and Training
Comprehensive training programs for teams and organizations. Strengthen resilience, elevate performance, and create a culture of sustainable success with evidence-based strategies.
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Speaking, Podcast and, Media Engagement
Engaging keynotes, podcast appearances, and impactful publications. Our insights in performance psychology, resilience, and well-being inspire growth and success tailored to your audience.
The Principles of Performance
by Eric D’ Agati / Mental Health and Being Anti-Fragile with Dr. Adam Wright and Dr. Nick Holton