Sports Performance Psychologists and Therapists in Melbourne, VIC
I support young athletes and adolescents who feel overwhelmed by pressure, self-doubt, and the belief that they’re “not good enough.” Many struggle with identity, anxiety, and the emotional highs and lows that come with sport and performance.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or feelings, I work on understanding them, responding differently, and reconnecting with what truly matters. I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where young people feel heard, supported, and more than their performance.
I support young athletes and adolescents who feel overwhelmed by pressure, self-doubt, and the belief that they’re “not good enough.” Many struggle with identity, anxiety, and the emotional highs and lows that come with sport and performance.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or feelings, I work on understanding them, responding differently, and reconnecting with what truly matters. I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where young people feel heard, supported, and more than their performance.
Welcome….I’ve been a chronic exerciser and competitive marathon runner who had a two-decade-long struggle with food + body. Now I help people worldwide overcome eating disorder recovery, exercise addiction, and have a joyful and effortless relationship with movement and food. I also work with Athletes to manage performance pressures and mental health concerns.
Welcome….I’ve been a chronic exerciser and competitive marathon runner who had a two-decade-long struggle with food + body. Now I help people worldwide overcome eating disorder recovery, exercise addiction, and have a joyful and effortless relationship with movement and food. I also work with Athletes to manage performance pressures and mental health concerns.
Are you feeling stuck or perhaps overwhelmed? You might be at the 'cross-roads' in an area of your personal and/or professional life and you aren't clear on how to move forward. We can get caught up in worrying about what's happened (this could be 5 minutes ago, 5 months or even 5+ years ago ) or perhaps, worrying about future what-if scenarios that keep you stuck. The good news is, you will learn to apply simple yet powerful evidence-based tools to help you move forward with purpose and emotional resilience. Invest in your wellbeing today.
Are you feeling stuck or perhaps overwhelmed? You might be at the 'cross-roads' in an area of your personal and/or professional life and you aren't clear on how to move forward. We can get caught up in worrying about what's happened (this could be 5 minutes ago, 5 months or even 5+ years ago ) or perhaps, worrying about future what-if scenarios that keep you stuck. The good news is, you will learn to apply simple yet powerful evidence-based tools to help you move forward with purpose and emotional resilience. Invest in your wellbeing today.
Adam is a friendly and empathetic registered psychologist who is motivated by seeing people create a more optimal future; be the best version of themselves, and improve their psychological wellbeing. Adam works with adults to provide assessment and intervention across a range of areas including stress management, anxiety, depression, workplace issues, motivation and leadership development. Adam uses a collaborative approach with clients to identify the challenges they are facing and the outcomes they wish to achieve.
Adam is a friendly and empathetic registered psychologist who is motivated by seeing people create a more optimal future; be the best version of themselves, and improve their psychological wellbeing. Adam works with adults to provide assessment and intervention across a range of areas including stress management, anxiety, depression, workplace issues, motivation and leadership development. Adam uses a collaborative approach with clients to identify the challenges they are facing and the outcomes they wish to achieve.
Dr Alexandra Petrik is a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in delivering assessments and treatment in both public and private settings. She describes her therapeutic style as collaborative, supportive, strength-based, and motivational. Alexandra works with both adults and adolescents to achieve progress with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, workplace issues, relationship difficulties, self-esteem/confidence, and a broad range of mental health and wellbeing challenges.
Dr Alexandra Petrik is a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in delivering assessments and treatment in both public and private settings. She describes her therapeutic style as collaborative, supportive, strength-based, and motivational. Alexandra works with both adults and adolescents to achieve progress with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, workplace issues, relationship difficulties, self-esteem/confidence, and a broad range of mental health and wellbeing challenges.
Deeper Potential (Dan Van der Pluym) is a mental health and wellbeing coaching service specialising in helping adults with ADHD implement habits, systems and strategies to better manage their time, energy and attention. By implementing these elements people find a renewed sense of balance in their lives. Dan also specialises in working with people who have experienced burnout, failure, lost motivation and hope, to help them build a renewed sense of energy, hope, purpose and meaning in their lives.
Deeper Potential (Dan Van der Pluym) is a mental health and wellbeing coaching service specialising in helping adults with ADHD implement habits, systems and strategies to better manage their time, energy and attention. By implementing these elements people find a renewed sense of balance in their lives. Dan also specialises in working with people who have experienced burnout, failure, lost motivation and hope, to help them build a renewed sense of energy, hope, purpose and meaning in their lives.
Ly-Huong holds a B.Arts (Communication & Media Management) and a Master of Counselling Practice. She is a PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor with experience across community mental health and private practice - supporting young people and adults from diverse backgrounds.
Ly-Huong brings a warm, enthusiastic and creative approach to therapy, with a strong passion for personal growth and self-development. She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, alcohol and other drugs, sleep concerns, vocational challenges and workplace psychological injury.
Ly-Huong holds a B.Arts (Communication & Media Management) and a Master of Counselling Practice. She is a PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor with experience across community mental health and private practice - supporting young people and adults from diverse backgrounds.
Ly-Huong brings a warm, enthusiastic and creative approach to therapy, with a strong passion for personal growth and self-development. She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, alcohol and other drugs, sleep concerns, vocational challenges and workplace psychological injury.
My interest and passion for health care began in my early adolescence as a volunteer at a school for children with special needs. In the years that followed I worked with people on the spectrum with high behavioural needs and also in group homes for people with chronic and severe mental illness. I then trained as a Clinical Psychologist and continued to deepen my experience and passion in the 20+ years I have worked with NSW Health in a number of different of roles. I now work with people across a broad range of issues as listed.
My interest and passion for health care began in my early adolescence as a volunteer at a school for children with special needs. In the years that followed I worked with people on the spectrum with high behavioural needs and also in group homes for people with chronic and severe mental illness. I then trained as a Clinical Psychologist and continued to deepen my experience and passion in the 20+ years I have worked with NSW Health in a number of different of roles. I now work with people across a broad range of issues as listed.
Melbourne Centre for Women’s Mental Health is a proud Australian feminist mental health service that offers a growing number of clinical and educational programs for women and girls of Victoria. Established in 2018, we stand for anti-oppressive practices in mental health care and offer a variety of therapeutic programs and professional programs designed to empower our clients. We also conduct our own research, publish regular articles and promote lived experience voices.
Melbourne Centre for Women’s Mental Health is a proud Australian feminist mental health service that offers a growing number of clinical and educational programs for women and girls of Victoria. Established in 2018, we stand for anti-oppressive practices in mental health care and offer a variety of therapeutic programs and professional programs designed to empower our clients. We also conduct our own research, publish regular articles and promote lived experience voices.
Hi! I’m a Registered Psychologist (Sport and Exercise Registrar) supporting people aged 14+ with mental health and performance-related challenges. My mental health focus includes anxiety, stress, low mood, confidence and self-esteem struggles, emotional regulation, and navigating major life transitions. My performance interests includes performance anxiety, perfectionism, focus and attention, and managing the demands of high-pressures. I have experience across sport, dance, and the performing arts, and help clients apply psychological strategies not only in competition or on stage, but also in relationships, study, and work.
Hi! I’m a Registered Psychologist (Sport and Exercise Registrar) supporting people aged 14+ with mental health and performance-related challenges. My mental health focus includes anxiety, stress, low mood, confidence and self-esteem struggles, emotional regulation, and navigating major life transitions. My performance interests includes performance anxiety, perfectionism, focus and attention, and managing the demands of high-pressures. I have experience across sport, dance, and the performing arts, and help clients apply psychological strategies not only in competition or on stage, but also in relationships, study, and work.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single? You might feel drawn to unavailable partners, stuck in the same arguments, or choosing people who can’t meet you emotionally. These patterns are changeable, and therapy is where that shift begins.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single? You might feel drawn to unavailable partners, stuck in the same arguments, or choosing people who can’t meet you emotionally. These patterns are changeable, and therapy is where that shift begins.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working for over 15 years across the private and public sector. I have worked extensively with adolescents, and adults to help them manage the effects of anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and relationship difficulties on their work, study, and personal lives.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working for over 15 years across the private and public sector. I have worked extensively with adolescents, and adults to help them manage the effects of anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and relationship difficulties on their work, study, and personal lives.
At Somatic Psychotherapies, I offer Clinical Supervision, Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via Telehealth (Videolink or Phone) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide. I can utilise various assessments when appropriate to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can also teach many various emotional regulation skills where this may be of benefit for you too. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
At Somatic Psychotherapies, I offer Clinical Supervision, Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via Telehealth (Videolink or Phone) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide. I can utilise various assessments when appropriate to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can also teach many various emotional regulation skills where this may be of benefit for you too. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
She has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you with anxiety, stress, panic attacks, or depression; coping with pain, post-trauma (PTSD), OCD, or workplace issues; managing weight loss; couples therapy and sports psychology.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions. She can help you to build assertiveness, confidence, self-esteem and better communications.
She has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you with anxiety, stress, panic attacks, or depression; coping with pain, post-trauma (PTSD), OCD, or workplace issues; managing weight loss; couples therapy and sports psychology.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions. She can help you to build assertiveness, confidence, self-esteem and better communications.
Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports. EMDR Specialist.
Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports. EMDR Specialist.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with focus areas on Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Neurodiversity, Anxious or Avoidant Attachment and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with focus areas on Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Neurodiversity, Anxious or Avoidant Attachment and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
I help adults who feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns and find themselves asking, “Why does this keep happening?” They may struggle with closeness, boundaries, conflict, or feeling unseen in their relationships. Often, these challenges are rooted in attachment wounds that continue to shape how they connect today. Together, we uncover what’s underneath, so they can respond with clarity, build healthier relationships, and feel more secure in how they relate to others.
I help adults who feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns and find themselves asking, “Why does this keep happening?” They may struggle with closeness, boundaries, conflict, or feeling unseen in their relationships. Often, these challenges are rooted in attachment wounds that continue to shape how they connect today. Together, we uncover what’s underneath, so they can respond with clarity, build healthier relationships, and feel more secure in how they relate to others.
Do you struggle with anxiety, overwhelm, or self-doubt that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to feel at ease in your work and personal life? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by constantly trying to live up to other people’s expectations, just getting through the day, or the thought that there’s no clear path forward? Do you wonder if life could feel lighter, calmer, and more aligned with who you truly are? Now more than ever, women are feeling uncertain and anxious about reclaiming their sense of self and finding balance in a world that demands so much.
Do you struggle with anxiety, overwhelm, or self-doubt that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or ability to feel at ease in your work and personal life? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by constantly trying to live up to other people’s expectations, just getting through the day, or the thought that there’s no clear path forward? Do you wonder if life could feel lighter, calmer, and more aligned with who you truly are? Now more than ever, women are feeling uncertain and anxious about reclaiming their sense of self and finding balance in a world that demands so much.
In high performance psychology, I work with AFL players, A-league, Olympians and Paralympians, professional tennis, surfing, basketball, endurance sports, to name a few.
I also work with creatives from diverse fields, and leaders navigating the complex challenges of balancing demanding work roles with core values. My style is warm, practical and evidence-based. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and coaching psychology.
In high performance psychology, I work with AFL players, A-league, Olympians and Paralympians, professional tennis, surfing, basketball, endurance sports, to name a few.
I also work with creatives from diverse fields, and leaders navigating the complex challenges of balancing demanding work roles with core values. My style is warm, practical and evidence-based. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and coaching psychology.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and offer nationwide telehealth counselling and psychotherapy for adults (18+) who are experiencing mental health difficulties, relationship stress or other life-related challenges. Overcoming these alone can be overwhelming and I welcome the opportunity to help you in this very personal process of therapy.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and offer nationwide telehealth counselling and psychotherapy for adults (18+) who are experiencing mental health difficulties, relationship stress or other life-related challenges. Overcoming these alone can be overwhelming and I welcome the opportunity to help you in this very personal process of therapy.
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Sports Performance Therapists
How does sports psychology work?
Sports psychology helps athletes identify and overcome challenges, such as perfectionism or a fear of failure, and improve key mental skills, such as confidence or concentration. By applying principles and techniques from psychology, such as goal-setting, visualisation, positive self-talk, and emotion regulation, sports psychologists help athletes improve their performance on the field and their well-being overall.
How long does treatment for a sports-related problem take?
The duration of sports psychology treatment depends on the athlete’s individual challenges, goals, the complexity of the interventions used, and even on the length of the season. A performance anxiety issue may be treated with a short-term treatment, like Cognitive behavioural therapy, while issues such as depression, substance abuse, or severe anxiety may require longer-term treatments.
How effective is treatment for sports performance problems?
Sports psychology has been shown to improve performance and help athletes manage their emotions. Sports psychology can be effective in boosting performance, team dynamics, and injury rehabilitation. Over the past decade, nearly every professional sports team in every major sport has added a sports psychologist to its staff. Many colleges have done the same, and even some high school programs have done the same. Olympic hopefuls may consult with sports psychologists starting in elementary school.
What are the limitations of sports psychology?
Sports psychology may have several limitations. Every athlete is unique and may respond differently to sports psychology treatments. Therapy can help an athlete reach their potential; it can help athletes cope with injury and pain, but it cannot change the physical limitations that may be affecting an athlete’s performance.