Sports Performance Psychiatrists in 07078

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Goksin Ozkarahan - Psychiatrist And Psychotherapist
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (MD) and NASM-Certified Nutrition Coach / Personal Trainer who treats adults (ages 20s-40s) struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, body image/eating issues, life adjustments, loss, insomnia, panic, and OCD. With a warm and practical approach to psychotherapy, I prescribe medications gently and only when necessary. My multiple certifications by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) enable me to offer comprehensive lifestyle-oriented psychiatric treatment incorporating coaching on physical exercise, nutrition, yoga, sleep, & meditation to aim for optimal wellness.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist (MD) and NASM-Certified Nutrition Coach / Personal Trainer who treats adults (ages 20s-40s) struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, body image/eating issues, life adjustments, loss, insomnia, panic, and OCD. With a warm and practical approach to psychotherapy, I prescribe medications gently and only when necessary. My multiple certifications by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) enable me to offer comprehensive lifestyle-oriented psychiatric treatment incorporating coaching on physical exercise, nutrition, yoga, sleep, & meditation to aim for optimal wellness.
(212) 213-4129 View (212) 213-4129
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Louis Sanfilippo, MD LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I am a Yale-trained adult psychiatrist (board certified) and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience. My expertise is treating anxiety and depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, and performance/sports related problems. I provide psychotherapy and, when needed, medication treatment, approaching each patient as a whole person and tailoring treatment to meet their unique, personal needs. I consider my style non-judgmental and interactive, and collaborate with my patients to help them toward symptom relief, as well as greater wellness and fulfillment in life.
I am a Yale-trained adult psychiatrist (board certified) and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience. My expertise is treating anxiety and depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, and performance/sports related problems. I provide psychotherapy and, when needed, medication treatment, approaching each patient as a whole person and tailoring treatment to meet their unique, personal needs. I consider my style non-judgmental and interactive, and collaborate with my patients to help them toward symptom relief, as well as greater wellness and fulfillment in life.
(973) 629-8954 View (973) 629-8954
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Geoffrey Talis
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
There are times you may feel lost in this fast-paced world and begin to struggle with managing your mood, energy levels, concentration, and desire. It may appear that others are thriving in life and you're the one feeling left behind, weak, inadequate, or dysfunctional in some way. For some reason, you're just not reaching your full potential. You may at this point decide to seek out a psychiatrist to help navigate the complex nature of your life from multiple perspectives including the mind, body, spirit, and community.
There are times you may feel lost in this fast-paced world and begin to struggle with managing your mood, energy levels, concentration, and desire. It may appear that others are thriving in life and you're the one feeling left behind, weak, inadequate, or dysfunctional in some way. For some reason, you're just not reaching your full potential. You may at this point decide to seek out a psychiatrist to help navigate the complex nature of your life from multiple perspectives including the mind, body, spirit, and community.
(973) 241-7565 View (973) 241-7565
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Dr. Stephen Jaeger
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
Yale University trained psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Jaeger’s philosophy on psychiatric care is grounded in his belief that every client is entitled to the highest quality personalized care. His unique approach focuses on individualized treatment plans. His mission is to optimize every aspect of your life and the individualized treatment plans are designed to do just that. Clients play an active role in tailoring their personalized treatment plan with Dr. Jaeger.
(732) 517-7971 View (732) 517-7971

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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, visualization, 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.