Question 1

Who is Dr. Heather Larkin?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Heather Larkin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a Mental Performance Consultant certified through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP-GCP), and the founder of ALL IN Counseling & Mental Performance Coaching. She has over a decade of experience working with athletes, coaches, and high achievers to build mental toughness, resilience, and peak performance habits.

Question 2

What are Dr. Larkin's credentials?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Larkin holds an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) license, is a MGCP (Mental Game Coaching Professional), and holds the AASP-GCP certification. She has a doctorate in Counseling Psychology and specializes in both sport psychology and clinical mental health counseling.

Question 3

Does Dr. Larkin work with athletes at all levels?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dr. Larkin works with athletes from youth and high school through collegiate, elite, and professional levels. She also works with coaches, teams, and parents of athletes.

Question 4

What is mental performance coaching?

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Mental performance coaching is skill-based training that builds focus, confidence, composure under pressure, and resilience. Unlike counseling, it's not clinical — it equips athletes and high achievers with mental tools to perform at their best consistently.

Question 5

What is the difference between mental performance coaching and counseling?

Accepted Answer

Mental performance coaching focuses on performance skills like focus, confidence, and routines. Licensed counseling addresses mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout. ALL IN uniquely offers both, and we help you identify which track is right for you.

Question 6

What is the ALL IN Mindset™ system?

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The ALL IN Mindset™ is Dr. Larkin's proprietary five-pillar mental performance framework: Awareness, Letting Go, Locking In, Intrinsic Confidence, and Next Play mentality. It's designed to help athletes build a complete mental game.

Question 7

Do you offer team workshops and group sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dr. Larkin offers team workshops, group sessions, and speaking engagements on topics including mental performance, culture building, leadership, communication, and pressure management. Contact us to discuss your team's needs.

Question 8

Is ALL IN Counseling available nationwide?

Accepted Answer

Mental performance coaching is available nationwide through virtual sessions and in-person intensives. Licensed counseling is available to residents of Massachusetts only, as required by state licensure law.

Question 9

How do I get started with ALL IN?

Accepted Answer

Start by visiting our Start Here page or completing a free intake form. We'll map the right track for you based on your goals and needs, and schedule an initial session.

Question 10

Do you accept insurance for counseling sessions?

Accepted Answer

We do not bill insurance directly. However, we can provide a superbill (detailed receipt) that you may submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Please check with your provider for coverage details.

Question 11

What ages do you work with?

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Dr. Larkin works with athletes and individuals ages 12 and up. For younger athletes, we work closely with parents and coaches to ensure age-appropriate support.

Question 12

How long are coaching and counseling sessions?

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Standard sessions are 50 minutes. Initial intake sessions may be longer to allow for a thorough assessment. Intensives and workshops vary in length depending on the program.

Question 13

What should I expect in the first session?

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Your first session is a collaborative assessment. Dr. Larkin will learn about your goals, challenges, history, and what success looks like for you. Together, you'll outline a personalized plan and discuss the recommended frequency of sessions.

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