For over 30 years, I’ve helped young men build focus, confidence, and direction by overcoming distraction and self-doubt through brain-based coaching methods, including Brainspotting.

I have been involved in men’s work, personal development, and performance training for four decades. I've facilitated individual and group programs, and led men’s teams focused on accountability, leadership, and integrity.

My coaching blends:

• Biology and emotional intelligence

• Brain-based change methods

• Performance mindset strategies

• Practical tools for focus and action

I’ve also practiced martial arts for many years and hold a third-degree black belt in Aikido — “The Way of Peace” — which strongly influences my coaching philosophy: strength with balance, discipline with compassion.

Beyond coaching, I work with race car drivers to improve performance using Brainspotting. I stay active through trail running, ultimate frisbee, and spending time outdoors with my dogs and my amazing wife, Lorraine!

Meet College Confidence Coach Richard Platt

Student Mindset Coaching

College is a powerful time to create the habits that shape the rest of your life — and the right support makes all the difference.

As a confidence coach for college students, I use proactive, results-driven strategies that help students develop positive mindsets, emotional resilience and strong discipline for follow-through.

I can help you build the foundation for your future through college and beyond. Let's explore this together with a free intro call.

Credentials & Professional Background

• Certified Professional Coach (2001)

• B.A. in Counseling Psychology, Webster University (1992)

• M.A. in Integral Counseling Psychology, CIIS (1995)

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, California (1998-21)

As a former Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I recognize patterns that block growth, while my student mindset coaching keeps sessions forward-moving, practical, and results-oriented.