Oscar Gutierrez, LAC, CMPC

Oscar Gutierrez, LAC, CMPC has a diverse work experience in the field of mental skills coaching and counseling. Oscar is currently working as the Latin American Mental Skills Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox, a role they started in December 2022. Prior to this, they served as an Elite Performance Coach at Valor Performance, Inc. from June 2021. Oscar also worked as a Mental Performance Coach for the Cincinnati Reds from November 2021 to December 2022. Before their role with the Reds, they worked as a Licensed Associate Counselor at Sentience Psychological Services from June 2021 to November 2021.

Oscar's earlier experience includes working as a Performance Coach for the Cleveland Indians from September 2015 to December 2020. Oscar'sresponsibilities in this role involved assisting players, coaches, and staff members in various locations, such as the Dominican Republic Academy and Arizona League, in developing and integrating programs that enhance performance and mental well-being. Oscar also designed and implemented systems to aid Spanish-speaking players in the acculturation process.

Before their work with the Indians, Oscar had multiple roles at Florida State University, including being a Performance Coach and a Teaching Assistant. Oscar has also served as a Summer Intern Sport Psychology Consultant at IMG in 2014.

Overall, Oscar Gutierrez has a strong background in mental skills coaching and counseling, with experience in professional sports organizations, private practice, and academic settings.

Oscar Gutierrez, LAC, CMPC has a strong educational background in the field of psychology and sport and exercise psychology. Oscar obtained their Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a focus on Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology from Florida Atlantic University in 2008. Oscar further pursued their education at Florida State University and completed their Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2012. Subsequently, they went on to earn a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Florida State University in 2015.

In addition to their academic achievements, Gutierrez has also obtained two important certifications. Oscar earned the certification of Certified Mental Performance Consultant from the Association for Applied Sport Psychology in August 2019. Furthermore, they became a Licensed Associate Counselor endorsed by the State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners in April 2021. These certifications reflect Gutierrez's dedication to enhancing mental performance and providing counseling support.

Overall, Oscar Gutierrez, LAC, CMPC has extensive education and valuable certifications that equip him with a solid foundation in psychology and the specialized field of sport and exercise psychology.