Shelby Miller, PhD, CMPC
Knoxville
Summary
Research-practitioner professional, with a PhD in Sport Psychology and Motor Behavior and certification in evaluation, statistics, and methodology (ESM), and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). Experience teaching and applying evidence-based communication strategies to support coach intrapersonal and interpersonal skills to enhance coach-athlete relationships. Skilled in collaboration, effective communication, program evaluation, effective project management, and strength-based approaches.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Mental Performance Coach
McHenry Mental Performance
Knoxville, TN
11.2023 - Current
- Developed tailored performance strategies for athletes, enhancing mental resilience and focus.
- Co-lead coach a professional development program, Thriving Through Being, designed for coaches to learn and apply communication strategies to develop and sustain healthy coaching-athlete relationships in elite sport.
- Implemented program evaluation of Thriving Through Being, which informed future implementation of the program.
Graduate Teaching Associate
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
08.2022 - 05.2026
- Instructor of record for Introduction to Sport Psychology, Principles of Movement Control and Skill Learning, Exercise Psychology, several Physical Education Activity courses, and teaching assistant for Psychology of Coaching.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to address diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Facilitated classroom discussions, promoting critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to support academic improvement.
- Coordinated office hours, offering personalized assistance to students for course-related inquiries.
Assistant Summer League Coach
Tennessee Aquatics
Knoxville, TN
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Designed and implemented training programs to enhance 11-12 age group athletes' performance and skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate swimmer progress and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate athlete development and address concerns effectively.
Athletic Academic Mentor
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Guided students in academic planning and course selection to enhance educational outcomes.
- Developed individualized study plans tailored to student needs, improving retention rates.
- Facilitated workshops on effective study strategies and time management skills.
Education
Ph.D. - Sport Psychology And Motor Behavior
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2026
Master of Science - Sport Psychology And Motor Behavior
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Thomas More University
Covington, KY05.2020
Skills
- Clifton Strengths: Relater, Achiever, Learner, Belief, Responsibility
- Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis (SPSS and RStudio)
- Program design, implementation, management, facilitation, and evaluation
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Public speaking and presenting
Certification
- Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) endorsed by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Issued in June 2025. Credential ID: 15879
- Certification in Evaluation, Statistics, and Methodology (ESM) from the University of Tennessee (2026)
- Center for Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) Scholar Level Certificate from the University of Tennessee (2022)
Timeline
Associate Mental Performance Coach
McHenry Mental Performance
11.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching Associate
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2022 - 05.2026
Assistant Summer League Coach
Tennessee Aquatics
05.2022 - 07.2022
Athletic Academic Mentor
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2020 - 05.2022
Ph.D. - Sport Psychology And Motor Behavior
University of Tennessee
Master of Science - Sport Psychology And Motor Behavior
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Thomas More University