Episode 19: Dr. Alicia Naser | Ph.D.,BCBA-D

Behavioral Sports Psychology

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Alicia Naser, Ph.D., BCBA-D, a leading Behavioral Analyst and Mental Performance Coach whose impact stretches across the NHL and elite levels of hockey. Inspired by her brother with Autism, Dr. Naser’s journey into behavioral science began with a personal mission — to better understand, support, and empower others through the science of human behavior.

Today, she applies that same passion and purpose to athletes at the highest levels, helping them build mental resilience, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of identity both on and off the ice. Her deep understanding of performance psychology and behavior analysis has made her one of the most trusted voices in the game — a mentor not just for athletes, but for anyone striving to achieve greatness under pressure.

Join us as we dive into Dr. Naser’s inspiring story, her insights on the mental side of hockey, and how she’s reshaping the conversation around mental health and performance in the sport we all love.