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Danielle Cormier is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta, where she coordinates the Master of Coaching (MCoach) program. Her research focuses on the psychological and social factors that influence how athletes and coaches learn, perform, and engage in sports. Her inquiry includes enhancing psychological characteristics such as grit and self-compassion to improve high-performance athletes' well-being and performance perceptions. Additionally, she is dedicated to promoting equity in sport, particularly for self-identified girls and women, and understanding the psychological and social mechanisms that contribute to positive experiences and holistic development. Danielle’s work also includes examining coaching epistemologies and decision-making processes that support athlete development and coach effectiveness. Alongside her academic responsibilities, she serves as a mental performance consultant for high-performance sport teams across the Canadian Prairies. She is passionate about fostering a lifelong love for sport and helping athletes and coaches thrive in their performance environments.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Coordinate Master of Coaching program and teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management