Megan Parker

Residence: San Francisco Bay Area

Sport: Springboard and Platform Diving

Education: BComm, University of British Columbia; Leadership Coaching Certification, Jones Graduate School of Business, Rice University

Coaching since: 2021

Website: www.coachingathletes.com

Empowering athletes to unlock their potential

Megan is a former Junior and Senior National Team diver and Olympic Team alternate for Canada. After retiring from her 17-year career, she faced the challenges of losing her athletic identity and finding a new career passion. Following time working in the non-profit and start-up worlds, she paused her career to raise her two children. Today, she is a certified performance and career transition coach dedicated to empowering athletes to reach their full potential and guiding former athletes to navigate life’s next chapter with confidence.

With over 40 years of combined experience as an athlete, coach, businesswoman, and parent of two student-athletes, Megan brings a unique perspective to her coaching. She helps high-performing and retiring athletes overcome obstacles, clarify their goals, and build a purposeful future. By focusing on values, strengths, and purpose, she supports athletes in leaving their sport prepared for professional growth while continuing to lead meaningful lives.

Program Structure

Megan’s transition coaching program is designed to help you:

  • Define and map out your goals after retiring from college or professional sports

  • Develop intentional strategies for navigating career transitions

  • Address emotions and identity challenges, including identity/injury foreclosure

  • Strengthen your mental resilience using tools like imagery, gratitude, relaxation, and mindfulness

  • Manage distractions effectively

  • Regain control and find deeper meaning in your life

By the end of the program, you’ll gain:

  • Practical tools to boost self-awareness, enhance productivity, and optimize performance

  • A holistic and actionable approach to unlocking your full potential

  • Clear, accessible strategies to cultivate self-awareness and redefine success and failure on your terms

Testimonials

“Before working with Megan, I was struggling to accept a career-ending soccer injury. Soccer was my identity, and losing it left me feeling sad and uncertain about my future. Megan helped me work through mental barriers, manage my frustration, and navigate the confusion of this transition. She created a safe, judgment-free space where I could openly share my feelings and empowered me to take control of my life.”

– Colette, former varsity soccer player

"Thank you for your coaching this past year! I’ve been hired into the position I wanted, and our discussions about my goals and strategies were invaluable. Your guidance on breathing techniques has helped me stay calm in tough situations, and remembering my ‘why’ has boosted my confidence when speaking up with colleagues.”

– Jacqueline, Assistant Athletic Director

"Megan was my saving grace during a time of struggle. Consumed by self-doubt and feeling isolated, I found a safe space with her to share my concerns. She helped me create a personalized plan, dedicating time to understand me and identify areas for growth. Thanks to her guidance, my mindset shifted, and my confidence soared. I’m incredibly grateful for her support during this challenging time.”

– Jordan, former D1 volleyball player

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