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The Toughest Opponent You'll Ever Face Sits in Your Own Chair.

The Toughest Opponent You'll Ever Face Sits in Your Own Chair.

Your strategy is sharp, but you still find yourself crushed by tilt, burnout, and emotional chaos. The biggest leaks aren't in your ranges; they're in your nervous system.

This isn't traditional poker coaching.

It's a deep, 1-on-1 engagement designed to rewire your internal state using the language of poker, giving you the unshakable presence and emotional sovereignty to perform at your absolute peak—on and off the felt.

The poker table is a battlefield of the mind.
Most are lost in the static – fear, ego, past hands. True mastery isn't about more information; it's about unparalleled presence.
It’s about you, amplified.

"Kevin has a rare ability to act as a clear mirror for your own patterns. He cuts through the noise and gets to the core of what's holding you back, not just as a poker player, but as a person. The work we did went far beyond strategy—it was about rebuilding my presence from the ground up. He’s the real deal."
Jason Su

$700,000+ Earned at the table

Is This For You?

Who I Work With:

I work with players who are ready for a profound shift. You are likely a fit if:

You’re a winning or break-even player who knows you're capable of more, but your mental game is the bottleneck.

You feel the financial and emotional sting of tilt and can connect your biggest losses to your emotional state.

You experience intense burnout cycles and have lost the passion you once had for the game.

You win a big pot and feel relief instead of joy, or lose a small one and feel crushing anger.

You're ready to be radically honest with yourself and do the real work required to build a sustainable, elite mindset.

Who This Isn't For:

We will not be a good fit if:

You're looking for quick-fix strategy tips or a magic pill to solve your problems.

You want me to tell you what hands to play. This is not a GTO solver.

You aren't willing to look at how your patterns at the poker table are reflections of your patterns in life.

You are not prepared to invest the time and energy into the work outside of our calls.

You're ready to be radically honest with yourself and do the real work required to build a sustainable, elite mindset.

Is This For You?

Who I Work With:

I work with players who are ready for a profound shift. You are likely a fit if:

You’re a winning or break-even player who knows you're capable of more, but your mental game is the bottleneck.

You feel the financial and emotional sting of tilt and can connect your biggest losses to your emotional state.

You experience intense burnout cycles and have lost the passion you once had for the game.

You win a big pot and feel relief instead of joy, or lose a small one and feel crushing anger.

You're ready to be radically honest with yourself and do the real work required to build a sustainable, elite mindset.

Who I Work With:

I work with players who are ready for a profound shift. You are likely a fit if:

You’re a winning or break-even player who knows you're capable of more, but your mental game is the bottleneck.

You feel the financial and emotional sting of tilt and can connect your biggest losses to your emotional state.

You experience intense burnout cycles and have lost the passion you once had for the game.

You win a big pot and feel relief instead of joy, or lose a small one and feel crushing anger.

You're ready to be radically honest with yourself and do the real work required to build a sustainable, elite mindset.

Who This Isn't For:

We will not be a good fit if:

You're looking for quick-fix strategy tips or a magic pill to solve your problems.

You want me to tell you what hands to play. This is not a GTO solver.

You aren't willing to look at how your patterns at the poker table are reflections of your patterns in life.

You are not prepared to invest the time and energy into the work outside of our calls.

You're ready to be radically honest with yourself and do the real work required to build a sustainable, elite mindset.

MY APPROACH

The Path to Presence

The core belief of my practice is simple: Poker isn't the problem. Poker is the diagnostic tool. The pressure of the game is brilliant at revealing where your internal wiring is frayed. My job is to help you rebuild it.

We move you from:

Emotional volatility

Emotional volatility

Unshakable sovereignty

Unshakable sovereignty

Reactive tilting

Reactive tilting

Conscious, calm decision-making

Conscious, calm decision-making

Cycle of burnout

Cycle of burnout

Sustainable, high-performance energy

Sustainable, high-performance energy

Mental noise & confusion

Mental noise & confusion

A clear, intuitive signal

A clear, intuitive signal

Playing from a place of fear

Playing from a place of fear

Playing from a place of presence

Playing from a place of presence

The Process

01

The Mirror // Awareness

In our initial sessions, I act as your mirror. We use your hand histories and life experiences to identify the core triggers and unconscious patterns that are costing you money and peace of mind.

02

The Work // Integration

This is where we move beyond just talking. We use proven techniques—somatic awareness, breathwork, and mental reframing—to regulate your nervous system. You will learn how to process emotions in real-time so they no longer control you.

03

The Table // Application

We apply these newfound skills directly to your game. You'll learn how to stay present during 10-hour sessions, how to navigate bad beats with grace, and how to access your "A-game" on command, because your A-game will simply become your default state.

Poker Pro

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My STOry in brief

Kevin Erickson

I’m not a theorist. I’ve been a professional poker player for nearly two decades, with multiple WSOP final tables and countless hours in the highest-stakes cash games. But my most important victory wasn't for a bracelet. It was battling back from burnout, misdiagnosis, and my own emotional chaos. I was told I needed meds just to survive. I chose presence instead. I am living proof that this work is not only possible but transformative.

Your Invitation To Begin

This program is an investment in the most critical variable at the table: you. It's a direct, personalized partnership built on trust and a mutual commitment to your transformation.

The Presence Program

10 Weeks of 1-on-1 Support:

Ten (10) Weekly 60-Minute Zoom Calls

Unlimited Text & Discord Support Between Sessions

A Personalized Path Tailored to Your Goals

$2,000

Investment

This is a no-obligation call to ensure we are a mutual fit before moving forward.

High-Stakes Cash Player

Alex
"I was skeptical, but Kevin’s approach is a cheat code for high-pressure environments. I’m thinking more clearly in massive pots, my tilt is non-existent, and my win rate has shown it. He helped me find an edge I didn’t even know was available."

$2/$5 & Tournament Grinder

Sarah
"Before working with Kevin, I was on the verge of quitting poker for good. I was constantly burned out. He helped me not only fix the leaks in my mental game but also fall back in love with the process. I enjoy playing now more than ever."

Entrepreneur & Poker Enthusiast

David
"I came to Kevin for poker, but the work we did has impacted my business and relationships more than I can explain. Learning to stay present and emotionally sovereign is a skill I now use every single day. The ROI is immeasurable."

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this just poker coaching?

No. This is presence and performance coaching that uses poker as its primary language. While your poker game will improve dramatically, the skills you learn will impact every area of your life.

Are results guaranteed?

I can guarantee my absolute commitment to you and your process. I will provide you with the tools, the mirror, and the guidance. Your results are a direct reflection of your willingness to apply the tools and do the work.

Do I have to be a high-stakes pro to work with you?

Not at all. I work with players at various stakes. I also work with non-poker players too… The most important factor is your commitment to the process and your readiness to do the work. Your hunger for growth is more important than the size of your bankroll.

Why do I have to "apply" for a consultation?

My time, and yours, is valuable. The application process and initial call are designed to ensure we are a perfect fit for each other. I only take on clients I am 100% confident I can help, and you should only work with a coach you are 100% confident in.

Man looking in the mirror

It's Time to Look in the Mirror.

It's Time to Look in the Mirror.

The noise you're fighting is just a distorted reflection. It's time to see your true programming, dismantle the patterns that hold you back, and consciously build the player—and person—you were meant to be.