Linda H. Hamilton Ph.D.

About the Author

Dr. Linda H. Hamilton, Ph.D., is a renowned psychologist and former dancer with the New York City Ballet, where she performed for over a decade before transitioning into a distinguished career in sports psychology. Holding a doctorate in clinical psychology, she has dedicated her professional life to bridging the worlds of performance arts and mental health, offering expert guidance on the holistic well-being of athletes and artists. As the director of psychological services for the New York City Ballet, Dr. Hamilton has counseled countless performers on managing the physical and emotional demands of elite dance. Her insights, drawn from personal experience and clinical expertise, empower readers to cultivate resilience, optimize nutrition, and harmonize mind and body for peak performance. Through her writing, she demystifies the rigorous lifestyle of professional dancers, making her wisdom accessible to aspiring artists and fitness enthusiasts alike.