Meet Our Specialists

Patrick is a Registered Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition. He has been involved in athletics practically his entire life, allowing him to incorporate his knowledge of nutrition into practical advice for a wide range of athletes. Just as poor training can lead to sub-optimal results, Patrick believes that a personalized nutrition plan is a vital component to an athlete's success. Throughout high school, Patrick was competitive in cross country, basketball, and track, and he continues to compete recreationally in long-distance running events today. He is continuing his education at the University of Minnesota, where he is a Master's candidate in the exercise physiology program.

Qualifications:

• Master's Candidate in the Exercise Physiology Program

Dr. Nancy Cullen began her career in Sport Psychology in 1997 and is presently a consultant for the University of Minnesota’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and is in private practice. Dr. Cullen works with athletes from numerous sports backgrounds assisting them in mastering the mental skills of competition and achieving their best performance.

Dr. Cullen brings a unique blend of talent to the task of sport psychology and uses her knowledge, skills and experience to help athletes develop skills they need to achieve their goals and overcome barriers that may prevent them from moving to the next level. She does this by using positive psychology, setting attainable goals, developing relaxation and visualization techniques, increasing concentration, building confidence and more.

A former Division I athlete diving for the University of Minnesota’s women’s swimming and diving team, Dr. Cullen’s knows the pressures of sports training and competition. She has also achieved success as a national competitor in triathlons and as a Boston marathon qualifier. She is currently involved in equestrian sports and competes in show jumping and three day eventing.

Academic Degrees
Dr. Cullen received her doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, MN. She has a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and received a BS degree from the University of Minnesota in Health and Physical Education. Dr. Cullen has specialized training in Organizational and Sport Psychology and is a certified AASP Sport Psychologist.