Dr. Raylene P. Ross

Dr. Raylene P. Ross serves as Head of Behavioral Health & Performance Systems at Small Talk Performance Lab (STPL), where she leads the design and implementation of resilience-based performance strategies that help individuals and teams operate effectively under pressure. A licensed mental health counselor and sport psychology consultant, Dr. Ross brings extensive experience working across collegiate athletics, military resilience training environments, and private clinical settings.

Her work focuses on helping high performers strengthen emotional regulation, sharpen focus, and build sustainable habits that support long-term success. Using evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness training, and behavioral performance frameworks, Dr. Ross equips leaders and teams with practical tools they can apply immediately in real-world settings.

Dr. Ross believes that performance is not just about talent—it is about discipline, awareness, and the ability to manage stress when expectations rise. Her approach emphasizes self-awareness, consistency, and resilience as foundational elements of leadership and team success.

Within STPL, Dr. Ross supports behavioral health programming, resilience development initiatives, and performance-focused training experiences that help organizations strengthen decision-making, communication, and stability in high-demand environments.