Our Philosophy

Mind Over Moves offers sports psychology services specifically designed to assist chess players in developing the necessary mental skills toolkit to elevate their mental game and enhance their performance. Backed by professional, competitive chess experience and rigorous sports psychology education and training, we at Mind Over Moves, offer unique insights that are exclusively applicable to enhancing chess performance. Our aim is simple - we relentlessly strive to support you in achieving your highest potential and nurturing your holistic mental well-being.

Outcomes of working with Mind Over Moves

  • Cultivate a winning mindset

  • Enhanced confidence

  • Greater resilience in tough situations

  • Decision-making with clarity

  • Enhanced thought awareness

  • Anxiety management

  • Attentional control

  • And so much more!

Testimonials

  • NCAA Division-I track and field athlete

    "I worked with Saloni my Spring 2025 semester. Every week we had a session helping me improve my mental performance throughout my sport. I wouldn’t have ever asked for a different person, she understood and actively listened throughout the sessions offering many tips I could use for my next practice or meet. Even though it was just a semester of the sessions every week I could see my mental performance improving."

  • NCAA Division-I cross-country athlete

    "Before working with Saloni, I didn’t always know how to channel my focus or confidence, especially in high-pressure moments. She taught me how to visualize myself performing at my best, which has completely changed the way I approach both training and competition. Those techniques have helped me set multiple school records, but more importantly, they’ve helped me grow into the best version of myself both on and off the track. I’m really grateful for the tools she has given me, not just for running, but for life."

  • Nationally-ranked youth wrestler

    "Working with Saloni has been a turning point in my athletic journey. After my injury, I struggled with fear and self-doubt, and I wasn’t sure if I’d ever feel confident competing again. Through her guidance, I’ve been able to work past those fears, rebuild my mental strength, and regain trust in my body. Her support gave me the confidence to return to my sport with a stronger mindset and a clearer sense of purpose. I’m truly grateful for the tools she’s given me, not just for sports, but for life."

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  • NCAA Division-I cross-country athlete

    “Saloni Sapale has helped me greatly with my progress in the mental side of my sport, Cross Country. As a long-time runner, it feels like my progress and habits are very rigid, coming from years of experience. I knew there was something deeper that had to change after over a decade of running, and Saloni allowed me to tap into that. Through gentle practices, consistency, and communication that was specialized to me, I was able to approach practicing and racing in a way that actually felt like it made a difference. Everyone has received good advice from people before, but it just doesn't seem to work. When meeting with Saloni, everything mentioned actually can be applied and actually works. “

  • NCAA Division-I cross-country athlete

    “If you are debating meeting with Saloni Sapale for sports psychology I would 100% meet with her over anybody else. She is an amazing psychologist who genuinely listens and provides for any unique set of needs. Even if you don’t feel like you need sports psychology, meeting with Saloni will expose the subconscious barriers you never even knew you had. Her approach to psychology meant not knocking these barriers down, but providing an easy way to step over them. Over time, these walls will disappear, and you will develop into the best version of yourself. I will never take what she taught me for granted. Thank you Saloni!”

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