Sports Performance Therapists in T4L

Photo of Suzie Bisson, PhD, RPsych, EMDR Th, Psychologist
Suzie Bisson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, EMDR Th
Verified Verified
Lacombe, AB T4L
Everyone should offer themselves at least one priceless gift per year. A priceless gift is one that fosters our quality of life. Neutralizing the impact of negative past experiences or current stress, getting to know ourselves better, becoming more resilient, improving our experience of life, exploring new life directions and addressing challenging life transitions are all great examples of priceless gifts we can offer ourselves. Our mental health impacts all aspects of our life, the quality of our relationships, and how we experience the world. So, are you ready to give yourself the priceless gift of improved mental health?
Everyone should offer themselves at least one priceless gift per year. A priceless gift is one that fosters our quality of life. Neutralizing the impact of negative past experiences or current stress, getting to know ourselves better, becoming more resilient, improving our experience of life, exploring new life directions and addressing challenging life transitions are all great examples of priceless gifts we can offer ourselves. Our mental health impacts all aspects of our life, the quality of our relationships, and how we experience the world. So, are you ready to give yourself the priceless gift of improved mental health?
(587) 849-4629 View (587) 849-4629
Photo of Shaunna Cline, MACP, CCC, Counsellor
Shaunna Cline
Counsellor, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacombe, AB T4L
I know you. I've been there. Your kiddo is struggling and you don't know how to help. You are trying everything and still finding yourself crying in your coffee. Whether you are a young adult or have a child struggling with depression, anxiety and behaviour issues that make life more challenging, play therapy can help facilitate communication and express needs when words are hard to find.
I know you. I've been there. Your kiddo is struggling and you don't know how to help. You are trying everything and still finding yourself crying in your coffee. Whether you are a young adult or have a child struggling with depression, anxiety and behaviour issues that make life more challenging, play therapy can help facilitate communication and express needs when words are hard to find.
(825) 254-7029 View (825) 254-7029
Photo of Carolyn J Mulholland, RMFT, BTR, CT
Carolyn J Mulholland
RMFT, BTR, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacombe, AB T4L
Are you experiencing distressing memories, images, thoughts, and perceptions of your traumatic experience? Maybe you are encountering nightmares and flashbacks and reliving the events as if they were still happening increasing irritability, difficulty sleeping, hyper-vigilance, exaggerated startle responses, and detachment from those around you. Your experience may have triggered your inner alarm system keeping you in a place where you think you can’t escape your feelings and feel out of control.
Are you experiencing distressing memories, images, thoughts, and perceptions of your traumatic experience? Maybe you are encountering nightmares and flashbacks and reliving the events as if they were still happening increasing irritability, difficulty sleeping, hyper-vigilance, exaggerated startle responses, and detachment from those around you. Your experience may have triggered your inner alarm system keeping you in a place where you think you can’t escape your feelings and feel out of control.
(825) 450-0043 View (825) 450-0043
Photo of Emma Luce, CCC, RPN, BScN, MACP, Counsellor
Emma Luce
Counsellor, CCC, RPN, BScN, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacombe, AB T4L
Are you feeling overwhelmed or distressed in your day to day life? Is a life transition posing more challenges than anticipated or you’re feeling stuck and unsure where to go next? Maybe there are life questions you want to explore more deeply but aren’t sure where to start. Therapy is a great place to start exploring all of these areas! Utilizing a holistic and individualized approach, we will explore your strengths, values, and goals. Emma brings particular interest in and understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by hopeful, expectant, and seasoned mothers as well as individuals involved in the agricultural industry.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or distressed in your day to day life? Is a life transition posing more challenges than anticipated or you’re feeling stuck and unsure where to go next? Maybe there are life questions you want to explore more deeply but aren’t sure where to start. Therapy is a great place to start exploring all of these areas! Utilizing a holistic and individualized approach, we will explore your strengths, values, and goals. Emma brings particular interest in and understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by hopeful, expectant, and seasoned mothers as well as individuals involved in the agricultural industry.
(587) 602-7966 View (587) 602-7966

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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.