Darby is a complete game changer when it comes to performance and confidence. I’m so grateful to have her on our team!

—T.S., Florida

Sustained success is never an accident. -Dr. Darby Bonomi

Dr. Bonomi’s many years of experience as a psychologist, consultant, educator and competitive equestrian allow her to offer tools, strategies, and perspective to help clients reach beyond their goals and achieve the success and happiness they desire.

Athletes of all levels overcome the root causes of nerves and address issues that negatively impact their performance and their mental health. Clients also learn how to effectively navigate relationships with their own clients, coaches, and family members.

Dr. Bonomi’s current clients include world class professional competitors, adult amateur and junior athletes, and entrepreneurs. Dr. Bonomi also works with non-equestrian athletes, parents wanting to best support their child athletes and other high performance individuals seeking to bring their best to every moment of their professional or personal lives.

For most clients, Dr. Bonomi designs an individualized program--working weekly, bimonthly or on a schedule that meets their particular needs. For those interested in packages, she offers three below. 

  • Includes:

    Articulation of vision and goals for your business

    Development of overall strategy to achieve short and long term goals

    Performance coaching to facilitate your goals

    Assessment of practices and protocols to support your vision

    Evaluation of business culture and environment with clients

    Facilitation of effective communication with clients

    Life balance evaluation, planning, and support

    Stress reduction for home and competition

    Format:

    Weekly 30-minute phone consultations.

    Check-ins via text or email as needed during the week

  • Includes:

    Mental and emotional preparation for competition

    Development of a successful pre-performance routine

    Successful competition day strategy

    Enhancing focus: How to turn on ‘the jets’

    Effective post-competition recovery

    Format:

    Three 55 minute sessions, preferably over three weeks prior to competition

    Spot check-ins via text and phone as needed

    30 minute consultation during the competition

  • This package is a high intensity program, designed for elite performers desiring a significant boost to performance and over-all well-being.

    Includes:

    4 touchpoints per week, including 2 phone or in person meetings.

    Extensive examination and retooling of mental, emotional, and physical preparedness for high performance.

    Weekly homework and follow up.

    Requires:

    A keen desire to change.

    Dedication of time, energy, and resources to transformation.

    Courage to change habits and willingness to endure the discomfort of change.

    Monthly commitment

CONNECTING WITH DARBY

Want to know more about how Dr. Bonomi can help you? Send a message via the form below to set up a 20 minute phone chat with Darby, free of charge. The process begins with a brief discussion of the issues you are wrestling with: your goals, challenges, and successes.

If it is a good fit to work together and you would like to move forward, then a second appointment is scheduled for a full assessment. From there, you and Dr. Bonomi will work together to develop strategies to address your challenges and help you reach your goals.

APPOINTMENTS

Most appointments are conducted via phone, but those in the San Francisco Bay Area may also visit Dr. Bonomi’s Marin County office. In-person appointments at shows or events may also be available, schedule permitting.

GROUPS

Are you a trainer, coach, or other professional who would like a group seminar on particular topic? Dr. Bonomi is happy to work with you to design a program that meets your needs.  Some popular topics for group sessions include: mental and emotional preparation for best performance, recovering from injury, overcoming fear and perfectionism, and managing stress.