About Special Operations Psych
Our Mission
At Special Operations Psych, we offer performance optimization services that provide mental health support specifically designed for the special operations community, catering to both active duty personnel and veterans. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of those who have served our country by delivering personalized expert care and a deep understanding of veteran psychological care.
Meet the Clinicians
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
Dr. Blair Cano, a Navy Veteran and Licensed Psychologist in the states of Colorado, Hawaii, Missouri, New Mexico, Texas, and Virginia, offers specialized performance optimization services. With 17 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cano’s unique integration of operational military experience and advanced clinical expertise enables her to p
Dr. Blair Cano, a Navy Veteran and Licensed Psychologist in the states of Colorado, Hawaii, Missouri, New Mexico, Texas, and Virginia, offers specialized performance optimization services. With 17 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cano’s unique integration of operational military experience and advanced clinical expertise enables her to provide exceptional veteran and active duty psychological care and unmatched insight to the special operations mental health community. Additionally, she offers professional coaching in Emotional Intelligence in Leadership, Military Transition, and serves as a thought partner.
Kait LePage, LPCC
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
Kait is a licensed counselor candidate whose professional foundation was built in emergency medicine, beginning her career as an EMT. Throughout her clinical internship, Kait continued working in the emergency department, providing crisis intervention and acute care support within the hospital setting.
As a military spouse to a husband wh
Kait is a licensed counselor candidate whose professional foundation was built in emergency medicine, beginning her career as an EMT. Throughout her clinical internship, Kait continued working in the emergency department, providing crisis intervention and acute care support within the hospital setting.
As a military spouse to a husband who has served 18 years in Special Forces, Kait brings a deep understanding of the unique stressors faced by military families, including prolonged separations, transitions, and the emotional demands of service.
Kait is passionate about women’s mental health, with a focus on supporting individuals through pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood. She is committed to providing thoughtful, compassionate, and evidence-based care, helping women feel seen, supported, and empowered during some of life’s most vulnerable seasons.
Scott Edwards, PhD, ABPP
J. Blair Cano, PsyD, MSCP, BCN
Scott Edwards, PhD, ABPP
Dr. Scott Edwards, an Army Veteran and Licensed Psychologist serving Indiana and Virginia, offers expert veteran psychological care. He holds a PSYPACT passport, enabling him to provide performance optimization services via tele-health on a national level. With 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Edwards has worked in various settings, i
Dr. Scott Edwards, an Army Veteran and Licensed Psychologist serving Indiana and Virginia, offers expert veteran psychological care. He holds a PSYPACT passport, enabling him to provide performance optimization services via tele-health on a national level. With 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Edwards has worked in various settings, including special operations mental health within Special Operations units, Army aviation commands, military treatment facilities, community mental health centers, hospitals, and private practice. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to enhancing access, quality, and innovation in behavioral health within military and government systems.
Meet the Team
Pat Marques
Pat Marques
Pat Marques
Pat Marques is a Z-Health Master Trainer and NSCA-CPT specializing in performance optimization services that train the nervous system to improve performance and alleviate pain. After retiring from the Active Duty Army, Pat pursued education and certifications in exercise science, initially working with wounded, ill, and injured soldiers,
Pat Marques is a Z-Health Master Trainer and NSCA-CPT specializing in performance optimization services that train the nervous system to improve performance and alleviate pain. After retiring from the Active Duty Army, Pat pursued education and certifications in exercise science, initially working with wounded, ill, and injured soldiers, which included a focus on veteran psychological care. It was during this time that Pat discovered the effectiveness of a neurological approach to training for pain relief and enhanced fitness. He currently offers exercise therapy, movement reeducation, and strength and conditioning for clients at all levels, from chronic pain sufferers to Olympic-level and professional athletes. Along with earning his BS in Exercise Science, Pat has completed over 600 hours of specialized neurological training, becoming a Z-Health Master Trainer. He is dedicated to providing cutting-edge knowledge and techniques to empower his clients in achieving their goals, whether that's overcoming pain, recovering from brain injury, improving fitness, or maximizing athletic performance.
Mary Wilson
Pat Marques
Pat Marques
Mary Wilson is a dedicated Exercise Therapist and Resiliency Coach with a Bachelor of Science in Fitness and Exercise Science. She specializes in blending movement science with nervous system regulation to support physical healing, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. Mary is a certified Z-Health Coach, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corre
Mary Wilson is a dedicated Exercise Therapist and Resiliency Coach with a Bachelor of Science in Fitness and Exercise Science. She specializes in blending movement science with nervous system regulation to support physical healing, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. Mary is a certified Z-Health Coach, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Pelvic Floor Specialist. Her holistic approach draws from advanced training in neurofeedback, HeartMath Resilience, and HRV (Heart Rate Variability) coaching, empowering clients to build strength and recover through both body and brain. With a deep focus on restoring functional movement, improving nervous system adaptability, and providing performance optimization services, Mary guides individuals—especially in trauma-sensitive populations, such as those involved in special operations mental health and veteran psychological care—through sustainable, science-backed strategies for performance and wellbeing.
Our Services
Assessment, Psychotherapy & Coaching
Assessment, Psychotherapy & Coaching
Assessment, Psychotherapy & Coaching
We specialize in comprehensive psychological and performance optimization services tailored for elite performers, including Special Operations Forces, military leadership teams, and high-performance athletes. Our offerings encompass: Psychological Evaluation & Treatment: Expert assessment and evidence-based interventions for operational r
We specialize in comprehensive psychological and performance optimization services tailored for elite performers, including Special Operations Forces, military leadership teams, and high-performance athletes. Our offerings encompass: Psychological Evaluation & Treatment: Expert assessment and evidence-based interventions for operational readiness and recovery. mTBI Rehabilitation Strategies: Advanced treatment protocols integrating neurofeedback and cognitive retraining, including infra-low frequency training and Z-Health. Leadership & Team Coaching: Individual and team-based coaching to enhance leadership capabilities, decision-making, and mission effectiveness. Resiliency & Peak Performance Training: Programs to cultivate mental toughness, stress adaptability, and sustained peak performance under pressure. Group Cohesion & Team Dynamics: Targeted strategies to strengthen unit cohesion, communication, and trust within high-stakes teams. Neurofeedback Training: Use of Alpha-Theta protocols for trauma resolution and infra-low frequency modalities for mTBI recovery. Thought Leadership in Emotional Intelligence: Training and consultation focused on applying emotional intelligence principles to enhance self-awareness, interpersonal effectiveness, and operational outcomes. Our integrated approach combines clinical excellence with operational insight, empowering individuals and teams to thrive in demanding environments, while also addressing special operations mental health and veteran psychological care.
Special Operations Academy
Assessment, Psychotherapy & Coaching
Assessment, Psychotherapy & Coaching
Special Operations Academy is a digital learning platform designed to support elite warfighters, veterans, and tactical professionals in psychological resilience, cognitive dominance, trauma recovery, and peak human performance.
All training is structured to support mission readiness, long-term resilience, and elite cognitive performance
Special Operations Academy is a digital learning platform designed to support elite warfighters, veterans, and tactical professionals in psychological resilience, cognitive dominance, trauma recovery, and peak human performance.
All training is structured to support mission readiness, long-term resilience, and elite cognitive performance under pressure- both on and off the battlefield.
These psychoeducational modules are designed specifically for the unique demands, culture, and operational realities of the special operations community. They provide accessible, evidence-based psychological insights and practical tools that can be engaged with anytime, anywhere—eliminating the need to be physically present in a therapy office.
The modules translate core concepts from performance psychology, trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and resilience training into concise, mission-relevant formats. Content is structured to be direct, actionable, and immediately applicable in both operational and everyday environments.
Each module focuses on key domains such as stress regulation, cognitive flexibility, emotional control, sleep optimization, interpersonal effectiveness, and recovery from high-impact experiences. Information is delivered through brief lessons, guided exercises, and real-world application scenarios that respect time constraints and operational tempo.
Importantly, these modules are not a replacement for therapy but serve as a force multiplier—enhancing self-awareness, normalizing psychological responses to high-stress environments, and equipping individuals with tools they can use independently or alongside formal support when needed.
By removing barriers to access and aligning with the mindset and needs of special operations personnel, these modules empower individuals to take ownership of their mental performance, resilience, and long-term psychological health—on their own terms and on their own timeline.
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