Sports Performance Therapists in Northridge, CA
I welcome most clients who desire enhanced mental dispositions. I work with toddlers, teens, adults, and seniors. I promote the most positive attitude in my practice and I share all of my talents in hopes of attaining the very best results possible.
I welcome most clients who desire enhanced mental dispositions. I work with toddlers, teens, adults, and seniors. I promote the most positive attitude in my practice and I share all of my talents in hopes of attaining the very best results possible.
Choosing a therapist can be difficult and I want to make it easier for you. My life's mission is to help and I love my job. I really like helping people, all people and I firmly believe that everyone deserves help. I have almost 30 years professional experience and when you are in my office you get all of that experience focused on you and your life. We can have sessions while hiking, walking, surfing, skating or biking if you choose. We have many options to utilize in the care that you receive and in the way you want to have it. So have it your way: I am here for you.
Choosing a therapist can be difficult and I want to make it easier for you. My life's mission is to help and I love my job. I really like helping people, all people and I firmly believe that everyone deserves help. I have almost 30 years professional experience and when you are in my office you get all of that experience focused on you and your life. We can have sessions while hiking, walking, surfing, skating or biking if you choose. We have many options to utilize in the care that you receive and in the way you want to have it. So have it your way: I am here for you.
My goal is to help people in how they manage the stress and anxieties in life. Often, the way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds, so we can see a clearer picture of ourselves, and the world around us-- improving our ability to cope, our self esteem, and the quality of our personal relationships. I will help provide you with practical and useful tools to cope with: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief, Communication Issues, Difficult Relationships, and Life Transitions.
My goal is to help people in how they manage the stress and anxieties in life. Often, the way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds, so we can see a clearer picture of ourselves, and the world around us-- improving our ability to cope, our self esteem, and the quality of our personal relationships. I will help provide you with practical and useful tools to cope with: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief, Communication Issues, Difficult Relationships, and Life Transitions.
Anxiety and trauma do not have to stay with you forever. You may be a little off balance, and struggling to get back into your life's routine. Daily affirmations are not enough. Give voice to your story in a safe and comfortable setting and take steps to eliminate your anxiety, rage and heartache. Utilizing a whole-body approach to treatment we will minimize disruptive blocks & triggers and develop internal and external strategies to help you find freedom from fear and regain your self trust. I don't accept insurance, but check with your insurance and see it they will reimburse you from a SuperBill that I can provide to you.
Anxiety and trauma do not have to stay with you forever. You may be a little off balance, and struggling to get back into your life's routine. Daily affirmations are not enough. Give voice to your story in a safe and comfortable setting and take steps to eliminate your anxiety, rage and heartache. Utilizing a whole-body approach to treatment we will minimize disruptive blocks & triggers and develop internal and external strategies to help you find freedom from fear and regain your self trust. I don't accept insurance, but check with your insurance and see it they will reimburse you from a SuperBill that I can provide to you.
Hello, I am Dr. Benavides I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. As a psychotherapist, my role for my patients is to help them find a sense of strength and achievement, so they can better manage the difficulties they face in their daily lives. I have experience working with clients in a residential drug treatment facility, as well as in school-based and private-practice settings. Incorporating CBT into my practice allows me to assist individuals in restructuring negative thought patterns, managing overwhelming emotions, and gradually exposing themselves to feared situations.
Hello, I am Dr. Benavides I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. As a psychotherapist, my role for my patients is to help them find a sense of strength and achievement, so they can better manage the difficulties they face in their daily lives. I have experience working with clients in a residential drug treatment facility, as well as in school-based and private-practice settings. Incorporating CBT into my practice allows me to assist individuals in restructuring negative thought patterns, managing overwhelming emotions, and gradually exposing themselves to feared situations.
You have taken the first step in your healing process which is awareness that you want to make a change in your life. Because only YOU have the power to create the life that feels peaceful, rewarding and meaningful to you. I applaud you for your courage to seek help. It is a privilege for me to work with you and to guide you in your journey. In 25+ years of my practice, I have experienced some of the most powerful changes that take place in the psychotherapeutic process. I believe everyone has the inner capacity to better themselves.
You have taken the first step in your healing process which is awareness that you want to make a change in your life. Because only YOU have the power to create the life that feels peaceful, rewarding and meaningful to you. I applaud you for your courage to seek help. It is a privilege for me to work with you and to guide you in your journey. In 25+ years of my practice, I have experienced some of the most powerful changes that take place in the psychotherapeutic process. I believe everyone has the inner capacity to better themselves.
Heather L. Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed or frustrated and don't know why? Is worry keeping you up at night? Feeling so down it's difficult to follow through with plans? Struggling with getting or staying clean and sober? Are past experiences affecting your current relationships? Whether you are going through a transition in your life, struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss or substance abuse, or looking to improve relationships, I can help you. Together we will determine goals, enhance your strengths and explore areas you wish to improve.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed or frustrated and don't know why? Is worry keeping you up at night? Feeling so down it's difficult to follow through with plans? Struggling with getting or staying clean and sober? Are past experiences affecting your current relationships? Whether you are going through a transition in your life, struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss or substance abuse, or looking to improve relationships, I can help you. Together we will determine goals, enhance your strengths and explore areas you wish to improve.
Feeling overwhelmed as a new parent or struggling in your relationship? Tired of negative thoughts, snapping at your partner, bad sleep, or low motivation? Do you fall into patterns in relationships, friendships, or work and wish you could break the cycle? Sometimes, it isn't obvious why we do the things we do, but we can sense we're not our most authentic or successful self. Even when we know the cause of our distress, changing our behavior can still be hard. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment or bias, work to examine the root causes of your challenges, and help you create the change you want in your life.
Feeling overwhelmed as a new parent or struggling in your relationship? Tired of negative thoughts, snapping at your partner, bad sleep, or low motivation? Do you fall into patterns in relationships, friendships, or work and wish you could break the cycle? Sometimes, it isn't obvious why we do the things we do, but we can sense we're not our most authentic or successful self. Even when we know the cause of our distress, changing our behavior can still be hard. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment or bias, work to examine the root causes of your challenges, and help you create the change you want in your life.
I want to hold a space for anyone that has ever felt like they had no one to turn to that would listen or truly understand them. For anyone that has ever felt like they would be a burden, or ashamed, or weak for simply talking about how hard their life has been, I got you.
I want to hold a space for anyone that has ever felt like they had no one to turn to that would listen or truly understand them. For anyone that has ever felt like they would be a burden, or ashamed, or weak for simply talking about how hard their life has been, I got you.
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
Are you exhausted with trauma, chronic pain/illness, or grief? Maybe you're unmotivated, more irritable, can't focus, or feel depressed? Are you repeating patterns and wishing you could break the cycle? Maybe life just feels more stressful than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. Even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand the root causes of your difficulties, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to help you change your life.
Are you exhausted with trauma, chronic pain/illness, or grief? Maybe you're unmotivated, more irritable, can't focus, or feel depressed? Are you repeating patterns and wishing you could break the cycle? Maybe life just feels more stressful than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. Even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand the root causes of your difficulties, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to help you change your life.
Are you struggling with motivation? Feeling anxious, burned out, like an imposter, or like you're never good enough? Maybe you're repeating relationships, patterns, or situations, and wishing you could break the cycle? Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand the root causes of your issues, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to change your life. Therapy isn't always easy, but neither is the distress you're feeling now. And if you're here, you want change.
Are you struggling with motivation? Feeling anxious, burned out, like an imposter, or like you're never good enough? Maybe you're repeating relationships, patterns, or situations, and wishing you could break the cycle? Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand the root causes of your issues, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to change your life. Therapy isn't always easy, but neither is the distress you're feeling now. And if you're here, you want change.
Reaching out for help is an act of courage, and I deeply honor the trust it takes to share your journey. Together, we can find a path forward that feels right for you. As a therapist, I strive to help each of my clients progress on their journey of self-discovery and growth. I create a supportive and judgment-free space, in which clients can feel safe to share their struggles, as well as collaboratively work to change unhelpful patterns, improve self-esteem, reach goals, and overcome anxiety and trauma.
Reaching out for help is an act of courage, and I deeply honor the trust it takes to share your journey. Together, we can find a path forward that feels right for you. As a therapist, I strive to help each of my clients progress on their journey of self-discovery and growth. I create a supportive and judgment-free space, in which clients can feel safe to share their struggles, as well as collaboratively work to change unhelpful patterns, improve self-esteem, reach goals, and overcome anxiety and trauma.
Hi there! I’m Tanyna (Tee), LCSW. I grew up as an undocumented Afro-Latina and now strive to serve BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. My style of therapy works towards recognizing and honoring an individual’s uniqueness. I then form a tailored approach which may include CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, strength-based practices, motivational interviewing, holistic approaches, and other working modalities.
Hi there! I’m Tanyna (Tee), LCSW. I grew up as an undocumented Afro-Latina and now strive to serve BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. My style of therapy works towards recognizing and honoring an individual’s uniqueness. I then form a tailored approach which may include CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, strength-based practices, motivational interviewing, holistic approaches, and other working modalities.
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
My name is Aracely Reyes, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Experienced in working with clients with a range of stressors. I am passionate about the work I do with all my clients. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship in order to provide you with the comfort you need to express and understand your thoughts, emotions, and somatic symptoms in the body and processing them out.
My name is Aracely Reyes, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Experienced in working with clients with a range of stressors. I am passionate about the work I do with all my clients. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship in order to provide you with the comfort you need to express and understand your thoughts, emotions, and somatic symptoms in the body and processing them out.
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You’re the person who shows up, works hard, and does things “right,” but it still never feels like enough. Even when something goes well, there’s that pull to go over it again: Did I miss anything? Should I have done more? You might replay conversations, recheck decisions, or look to others for reassurance just to feel settled for a moment. On the outside, people see someone competent and steady. Inside, it often feels like you’re running to keep up with your own expectations, and the anxiety rarely turns off. Even good days feel a little precarious, like one misstep could undo all the progress.
You’re the person who shows up, works hard, and does things “right,” but it still never feels like enough. Even when something goes well, there’s that pull to go over it again: Did I miss anything? Should I have done more? You might replay conversations, recheck decisions, or look to others for reassurance just to feel settled for a moment. On the outside, people see someone competent and steady. Inside, it often feels like you’re running to keep up with your own expectations, and the anxiety rarely turns off. Even good days feel a little precarious, like one misstep could undo all the progress.
You may have built a life that looks accomplished from the outside, yet something underneath feels unfinished, or caught between who you were and who you're becoming. My clients are often inquisitive people navigating identity shifts, leadership transitions, or a quiet sense that surface-level fixes aren't enough. I work from a relational lens: you exist through your relationships: to body, history, community, land, and mystery. Healing means recovering your own felt connection to that fabric, at your own pace, not being told who to become.
You may have built a life that looks accomplished from the outside, yet something underneath feels unfinished, or caught between who you were and who you're becoming. My clients are often inquisitive people navigating identity shifts, leadership transitions, or a quiet sense that surface-level fixes aren't enough. I work from a relational lens: you exist through your relationships: to body, history, community, land, and mystery. Healing means recovering your own felt connection to that fabric, at your own pace, not being told who to become.
I provide ATHLETES the practical and mental skills for academic and athletic success, and teach healthy coping for pressure on and off the court or field, including recovery from injury and transition from sports competition
You need to feel heard and understood! Come. The REAL you. Let's sit together and examine the things that occupy your mind, your time. You have decisions to make. You are navigating a rough patch or a transition. You need to improve your relationships, or just remove the barriers that block your potential. I can't wait to sit along side you as we work within YOUR strengths to manage stress and uncover your best self! In the words of Sheree Bliss Tilsley, …”I will walk with you in the darkness as you remember your light.”
I provide ATHLETES the practical and mental skills for academic and athletic success, and teach healthy coping for pressure on and off the court or field, including recovery from injury and transition from sports competition
You need to feel heard and understood! Come. The REAL you. Let's sit together and examine the things that occupy your mind, your time. You have decisions to make. You are navigating a rough patch or a transition. You need to improve your relationships, or just remove the barriers that block your potential. I can't wait to sit along side you as we work within YOUR strengths to manage stress and uncover your best self! In the words of Sheree Bliss Tilsley, …”I will walk with you in the darkness as you remember your light.”
You want to change your feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, but every time you try something different, it ends up blowing up in your face. (Not literally…hopefully.) How do you get unstuck from this pattern?! There are two main answers – at least, according to this clinician. By far the most important factor in your success in therapy is the relationship with your therapist. So my priority is teaming up with you on the best ways to achieve your goals. (Alternatively, if you don’t like me, just tell me to take a hike.) Next, what needs to happen is a disruption in the pattern of your brain’s old way of doing things.
You want to change your feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, but every time you try something different, it ends up blowing up in your face. (Not literally…hopefully.) How do you get unstuck from this pattern?! There are two main answers – at least, according to this clinician. By far the most important factor in your success in therapy is the relationship with your therapist. So my priority is teaming up with you on the best ways to achieve your goals. (Alternatively, if you don’t like me, just tell me to take a hike.) Next, what needs to happen is a disruption in the pattern of your brain’s old way of doing things.
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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, 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.