Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke Featured on Foxpedition for Expertise in Resilience and High-Pressure Performance

Apr 1, 2026 | Press

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Dr. Mary Beth was featured in an interview where she shared insights on resilience, mindset, and performing under pressure, drawing from her career as a former Secret Service agent, protection professional, and psychologist.
She reflected on pivotal challenges that shaped her path, including her transition out of the Secret Service and into the private sector, where she developed the adaptability and resourcefulness that define her work today. The conversation also highlighted the increasing demands of high-risk environments and the critical role resilience plays in navigating stress and crisis.
Grounded in cognitive behavioral principles, Dr. Mary Beth emphasized the importance of managing self-talk and mindset, noting that what happens internally directly impacts performance. She reinforced that resilience is not fixed, but built over time through intentional habits, self-awareness, and consistent effort.
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