Building Mentally Resilient Neurodivergent Athletes.
High drive. Big emotion. Unique processing.
We Make “different” A Competitive Edge.
Thinklete Mentor Program
For athletes who have the talent—but struggle to show it when it matters most.
The Thinklete Mentorship Program is an 8-week program that helps parents and neurodivergent athletes overcome emotional ups and downs, build real confidence, and perform consistently under pressure.
Through our proven system—focused on Mindset, Habits, and Character—we teach athletes how to stay composed, reset quickly, and compete with clarity and control.
Because performance isn’t just physical.
It’s how you think, respond, and show up.
Downloadable Resources
Thinklete Playbooks
Our playbooks cover some of the strategies we use in our mentorship program with our athletes. We have one for parents, athletes and coaches.
Thinklete Growth Tracker
Build your athlete’s mindset, habits and character by using our one-of-a-kind growth tracker.
RECENT EPISODES
Listen To The Thinklete Podcast
The Thinklete Podcast is a show for parents and coaches of neurodivergent athletes, hosted by Derek Shunk—a dad, former Division I baseball coach, and former professional player. Through conversations and real-life experience, the podcast explores emotional regulation, mental skills, and practical ways to support kids who don’t fit the traditional athlete mold.
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Why listen to The Thinklete Podcast?
Because raising and coaching neurodivergent athletes requires a different playbook. The Thinklete Podcast offers honest conversations, practical insights, and real experiences to help parents and coaches support athletes who think, feel, and compete differently—so they can build confidence, resilience, and a love for the game.
Real Parent Talk
Real conversations about the challenges and wins of raising neurodivergent athletes. No fancy talk—just honest experiences that parents and coaches can relate to.
Global community
Join a growing community of parents, coaches, and athletes navigating sports and neurodivergence together. Learn from voices and experiences around the world.
World-class interviews
Hear from leading coaches, therapists, doctors, and ex-athletes sharing insights on mindset, strategies and practical tools to try at home or on the field.
Questions and answers
Get practical answers to the real questions parents and coaches face—from emotional regulation to handling pressure and building confidence.
““The world needs all kinds of minds.“
— Temple Grandin
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