David Schnabel | The Center for Growth

Credentials:

CMPC, MEd

Professional Summary

Insightful and client-centered counseling professional who brings a strong background in mental skills coaching, digital media initiatives, consultative support services, and transferable expertise in confidence development, emotional regulation, and mind-body awareness. Showcases proven strengths in utilizing counseling frameworks that support individuals navigating identity exploration, relationship dynamics, anxiety, and personal life transitions. Demonstrates a commitment to creating and maintaining safe therapeutic spaces that promote authentic connection, and sustainable personal growth over time for successful client counseling partnerships.

Core Competencies

Mental Skills Coaching
Stress & Anxiety Management
Individual & Couples Counseling
Client Relationship Building
Group Workshop Facilitation
Confidence & Identity Development
Goal Setting & Motivation
Interpersonal Communication
Case Consultation & Documentation

Education

Bellevue University | Bellevue, NE (02/2022 – Present)

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (GPA: 4.0)

University of Missouri | Missouri, MO (05/2021)

Master of Education in Educational, School, & Counseling Psychology in Positive Coaching, & Athletic Leadership (GPA: 4.0)

Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN (06/2011)

Bachelor’s Degree in Jewish Studies and Musical Arts

Certified Mental Performance Consultant #1858 (CMPC)

Deliver individual and couples counseling within a sex-positive outpatient environment, tasked with supporting clients as they navigate intimacy concerns, identity exploration, anxiety, mood-related challenges, and other life transitions
Engage with a clinical team to support client growth in emotional regulation, self-confidence, communication skills, and mind-body awareness, particularly during moments that feel emotionally vulnerable or high-pressure
Create psychoeducational video content and written materials for the practice website and outreach initiatives, specifically translating therapeutic concepts into accessible resources for clients and the community
Take part in case consultation and complete clinical documentation for accessibility into areas of improvement, progression, and successes to keep client morale high

Experience

Counseling Intern, Philadelphia
The Center for Growth
01/2026 – Present

Research & Video Coordinator and Mental Conditioning Coach
Major League Baseball Team
06/2011 – Present

Lead leadership, resilience, and emotional regulation training for players by applying counseling frameworks and psychological principles that support personal development, consistency, and well-being
Design and deliver presentations and workshops on mental skill topics including stress management, performance under pressure, and adaptive problem solving techniques to strengthen confidence during demanding season schedules
Manage and support applied psychology research initiatives by working alongside academic partners to integrate evidence-based mental skill practices into daily training routines and performance environments
Produce educational and motivational video content that reinforces performance concepts, enhances learning retention, and supports athletes through storytelling applications

Mental Skills Consultant
NFL Team
06/2012 – Present

Develop weekly educational presentations that align with the head coach’s messaging to hold up shared performance priorities, mental approaches, and preparation standards across players and positional groups
Create and edit video content to support individual player growth, notably incorporating mental strategies into practice routines and pre-game preparation to support competitive preparedness

Counseling Intern (Remote)
Thrive Wellness
09/2025 – 01/2026

Provided individual counseling services to adults with mental health needs as they navigate the NYC Supportive Housing application process during periods of housing uncertainty and personal transition
Supported clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and housing stress, in addition to completing clinical documentation that reflects therapeutic progress and treatment goals
Partnered with clients to identify strengths, address mental health concerns, and implement interventions

Volunteering

Volunteering Professional Baseball Mental Performance Society (01/2023 – Present) Member

Participate in monthly discussions addressing current sports psychology issues and ways to advance the field
Attend bi-annual conferences at the MLB Winter Meetings and the MLB Mental Health Meetings

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Volunteer

Volunteered as a mentor and role model for youth in the community

David Schnabel Intern Therapist