Sports Performance Therapists in West Hills, CA
Holding it all together is what you do. Everyone depends on you, yet inside there’s a deep ache, a loneliness no one sees. Your love for your family is strong, but exhaustion and resentment have built up as your needs go unmet. Avoiding conflict feels easier, yet your sense of disconnection grows. A quiet voice inside questions if wanting more means being ungrateful. Guilt weighs heavy as you push your feelings aside, convincing yourself they don’t matter. The overthinking, the second-guessing, the fear of being too much or not enough—it never stops. You feel stuck and unsure how to get out of this cycle of sadness and self-doubt.
Holding it all together is what you do. Everyone depends on you, yet inside there’s a deep ache, a loneliness no one sees. Your love for your family is strong, but exhaustion and resentment have built up as your needs go unmet. Avoiding conflict feels easier, yet your sense of disconnection grows. A quiet voice inside questions if wanting more means being ungrateful. Guilt weighs heavy as you push your feelings aside, convincing yourself they don’t matter. The overthinking, the second-guessing, the fear of being too much or not enough—it never stops. You feel stuck and unsure how to get out of this cycle of sadness and self-doubt.
Please visit my YouTube Channel, Positively Psyched with Rod Louden. There you will find videos covering a wide range of psychological topics. For decades, I have had the honor of helping people on their journey to overcome difficult challenges. I am humbled by the trust that so many have gifted me. I have worked with hundreds of couples whose goal is to improve their relationships. I also work with individuals to change their relationships with anxiety, depression, and other negative forces. I work with musicians, actors, and artists to break through creative blocks allowing a deeper expression of their artistry.
Please visit my YouTube Channel, Positively Psyched with Rod Louden. There you will find videos covering a wide range of psychological topics. For decades, I have had the honor of helping people on their journey to overcome difficult challenges. I am humbled by the trust that so many have gifted me. I have worked with hundreds of couples whose goal is to improve their relationships. I also work with individuals to change their relationships with anxiety, depression, and other negative forces. I work with musicians, actors, and artists to break through creative blocks allowing a deeper expression of their artistry.
Lindsay Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
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My approach as a therapist is compassionate and respectful, honoring each client's unique strengths and resources to move forward in a process toward positive change and growth. I see children, adolescents, couples, families and adults in my practice for various issues including developmental delays, relationship challenges, supporting new and expectant mothers, eating disorders, adjustment problems, trauma, grief and loss. I believe everyone is capable of living a more meaningful, fulfilling life.
My approach as a therapist is compassionate and respectful, honoring each client's unique strengths and resources to move forward in a process toward positive change and growth. I see children, adolescents, couples, families and adults in my practice for various issues including developmental delays, relationship challenges, supporting new and expectant mothers, eating disorders, adjustment problems, trauma, grief and loss. I believe everyone is capable of living a more meaningful, fulfilling life.
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Working and being in the sports ecosphere can be a constant push for meeting these high level expectations.
Through mindfulness, therapy, and real conversations, I guide high performers in building confidence, focus, and balance—on and off the field. We have created a scale of treatment to support athletes, coaches and people in sport optimize performance and live though liberty by improving overall mental health.
Working and being in the sports ecosphere can be a constant push for meeting these high level expectations.
Through mindfulness, therapy, and real conversations, I guide high performers in building confidence, focus, and balance—on and off the field. We have created a scale of treatment to support athletes, coaches and people in sport optimize performance and live though liberty by improving overall mental health.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with multiple subspecialties in anxiety, mindfulness, sports psychology, and addiction.
Throughout the process of my graduate work I developed an approach that is classically client-centered and which aims to truly bolster a client's inner strength, resolve, and independence. Those looking for strong support while they take control and command over their own autonomy will see progress through our work together.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with multiple subspecialties in anxiety, mindfulness, sports psychology, and addiction.
Throughout the process of my graduate work I developed an approach that is classically client-centered and which aims to truly bolster a client's inner strength, resolve, and independence. Those looking for strong support while they take control and command over their own autonomy will see progress through our work together.
Whether you are a teenager or an adult, existential moments present themselves. Sometimes it takes the help of someone compassionate, yet straightforward, who is outside of the problem to help you find solutions. There is not always a clear cut answer to life's complex problems, but together we can prioritize and sort them out in order to achieve our goals. I work with both adolescents and adults in areas such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
Whether you are a teenager or an adult, existential moments present themselves. Sometimes it takes the help of someone compassionate, yet straightforward, who is outside of the problem to help you find solutions. There is not always a clear cut answer to life's complex problems, but together we can prioritize and sort them out in order to achieve our goals. I work with both adolescents and adults in areas such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
Are you seeking support to improve your mental & emotional health, increase your performance, or achieve life balance? Looking to build stronger interpersonal or conflict resolution skills, strengthen your relationships, or function more effectively at work or school? If you're ready for personal growth, identity development, or simply looking for a safe, affirming space to heal, unlearn limiting beliefs, & connect to your authentic self.
I offer therapy in person in West Los Angeles & virtually in CA, FL, VT and ID. My services are focused on being culturally & LGBTQIA2s+ affirming, anti-racist, empowering & individualized.
Are you seeking support to improve your mental & emotional health, increase your performance, or achieve life balance? Looking to build stronger interpersonal or conflict resolution skills, strengthen your relationships, or function more effectively at work or school? If you're ready for personal growth, identity development, or simply looking for a safe, affirming space to heal, unlearn limiting beliefs, & connect to your authentic self.
I offer therapy in person in West Los Angeles & virtually in CA, FL, VT and ID. My services are focused on being culturally & LGBTQIA2s+ affirming, anti-racist, empowering & individualized.
Peak functioning and success in life are holistic endeavors that impact and are impacted by all aspects of your life. I am committed to helping you identify and explore your strengths, struggles, personal goals, and values as a means to you becoming the most balanced and successful version of yourself.
Peak functioning and success in life are holistic endeavors that impact and are impacted by all aspects of your life. I am committed to helping you identify and explore your strengths, struggles, personal goals, and values as a means to you becoming the most balanced and successful version of yourself.
As a former jock who really gets athletes I have made athlete mental health my specialty and am a fierce advocate for the human inside every high performer in and out of sports.
It's not supposed to feel this bad and you want things to change. Things aren't working, or if they are it's...just barely. No matter how depressed, discouraged, disconnected, anxious, or confused you might feel right now let's get into it to help you heal yourself and grow into a life that feels right. I help you discover and strengthen your ability to tune into the real you to live more authentically and have richer, deeper relationships. I see athletes, overachievers, a lot of adult men and women, and smart/sensitive types of all kinds; also ambitious couples & families who want to build better relationships together.
As a former jock who really gets athletes I have made athlete mental health my specialty and am a fierce advocate for the human inside every high performer in and out of sports.
It's not supposed to feel this bad and you want things to change. Things aren't working, or if they are it's...just barely. No matter how depressed, discouraged, disconnected, anxious, or confused you might feel right now let's get into it to help you heal yourself and grow into a life that feels right. I help you discover and strengthen your ability to tune into the real you to live more authentically and have richer, deeper relationships. I see athletes, overachievers, a lot of adult men and women, and smart/sensitive types of all kinds; also ambitious couples & families who want to build better relationships together.
Whether you’re trying to find steady ground, navigating grief and trauma, or working to untangle the weight of people-pleasing/negative beliefs — therapy with me is a space to find peace and clarity amidst the pressure.
With warmth and encouragement , a trauma-informed lens, and a passion for soul validating therapy, I integrate mindfulness, movement, and inner child work to nurture the growth you desire.
Whether you’re trying to find steady ground, navigating grief and trauma, or working to untangle the weight of people-pleasing/negative beliefs — therapy with me is a space to find peace and clarity amidst the pressure.
With warmth and encouragement , a trauma-informed lens, and a passion for soul validating therapy, I integrate mindfulness, movement, and inner child work to nurture the growth you desire.
I have experience working with children & student athletes in the school setting, sports settings, and private practice.
My specialities as a therapist are 1) children and 2) teen student athletes. Many individuals within this population suffer with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety, school & sport performance stress, identity crisis, family conflict, and low self-esteem. As a child, teenager, or parent, managing all these life stressors can take a toll on our mental health. My hope as a therapist is to make clients feel safe to process these struggles, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve their social/ family connections around them.
I have experience working with children & student athletes in the school setting, sports settings, and private practice.
My specialities as a therapist are 1) children and 2) teen student athletes. Many individuals within this population suffer with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety, school & sport performance stress, identity crisis, family conflict, and low self-esteem. As a child, teenager, or parent, managing all these life stressors can take a toll on our mental health. My hope as a therapist is to make clients feel safe to process these struggles, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve their social/ family connections around them.
As a seasoned psychotherapist, organizational psychologist, and mental and sports performance coach I am dedicated to optimizing the performance of teams and individual athletes.
Drawing on my extensive expertise, I work closely with athletes to identify and address psychological barriers that may hinder their progress. Whether it's overcoming performance anxiety, managing pressure in high-stakes competitions, or maintaining focus amidst distractions, I employ evidenced-based techniques to equip athletes with mental resilience.
As a seasoned psychotherapist, organizational psychologist, and mental and sports performance coach I am dedicated to optimizing the performance of teams and individual athletes.
Drawing on my extensive expertise, I work closely with athletes to identify and address psychological barriers that may hinder their progress. Whether it's overcoming performance anxiety, managing pressure in high-stakes competitions, or maintaining focus amidst distractions, I employ evidenced-based techniques to equip athletes with mental resilience.
Hello! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University in Los Angeles in 2009. I have over 15 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including community based-programs, residential treatment, and correctional facilities, structured outpatient programs, large non-profits, college campuses, as well as in the private practice sector.
Hello! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University in Los Angeles in 2009. I have over 15 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including community based-programs, residential treatment, and correctional facilities, structured outpatient programs, large non-profits, college campuses, as well as in the private practice sector.
You might be working hard in your career, sport, and relationships. And yet, something isn't working the way it used to. Maybe anxiety is showing up right when you need to perform. Maybe a transition or a loss has left you feeling unmotivated. Maybe you've spent so long being strong for everyone else — your friends, your family, your job — that you're not sure how to ask for help, or even where to start. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep navigating it alone. In our work together, we will prioritize you showing up more fully, in all the ways that matter to you.
You might be working hard in your career, sport, and relationships. And yet, something isn't working the way it used to. Maybe anxiety is showing up right when you need to perform. Maybe a transition or a loss has left you feeling unmotivated. Maybe you've spent so long being strong for everyone else — your friends, your family, your job — that you're not sure how to ask for help, or even where to start. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep navigating it alone. In our work together, we will prioritize you showing up more fully, in all the ways that matter to you.
I believe everyone deserves to feel secure, believe in themselves and achieve their biggest goals. But how do we get there? Especially when we experience events out of our control. For example: we don't get to choose the family we are born into, our own genetics that may leave us more vulnerable to mental health struggles or traumatic events that should have never happened but did. I provide a therapeutic environment to process, feel and cope with the things that feel too heavy to hold. Along with holding space there are also a lot of coping skills to help with the process and begin living the life you want to lead.
I believe everyone deserves to feel secure, believe in themselves and achieve their biggest goals. But how do we get there? Especially when we experience events out of our control. For example: we don't get to choose the family we are born into, our own genetics that may leave us more vulnerable to mental health struggles or traumatic events that should have never happened but did. I provide a therapeutic environment to process, feel and cope with the things that feel too heavy to hold. Along with holding space there are also a lot of coping skills to help with the process and begin living the life you want to lead.
As a sports psychologist, performance psychologist, and mental coach, Dr.
Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision & it is important to find one who is a good match for your needs. A licensed clinical, performance, and sports psychologist, Dr. Shepphird brings extensive experience to her work in both consulting and psychotherapy. Please see her website for more information.
As a sports psychologist, performance psychologist, and mental coach, Dr.
Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision & it is important to find one who is a good match for your needs. A licensed clinical, performance, and sports psychologist, Dr. Shepphird brings extensive experience to her work in both consulting and psychotherapy. Please see her website for more information.
I am a clinical and sports psychologist, and former international tennis professional.
As a clinical psychologist, I handle mental or psychological issues. As a sports psychologist and former athlete/coach, I offer a rare service to enhance performance in baseball, football, golf, show jumping, tennis ... really any competitive situation in sports or business. I have two masters degress and a PhD. Experienced and passionate about my clients.
I am a clinical and sports psychologist, and former international tennis professional.
As a clinical psychologist, I handle mental or psychological issues. As a sports psychologist and former athlete/coach, I offer a rare service to enhance performance in baseball, football, golf, show jumping, tennis ... really any competitive situation in sports or business. I have two masters degress and a PhD. Experienced and passionate about my clients.
You may not know exactly what you're looking for... just that something feels off. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or the people around you.
I work with teens, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to understand your world, not fit you into a framework. Together we figure out what actually makes sense for you.
I believe most people already have good instincts. Life just has a way of drowning them out. I'd love to help you hear yourself again.
I'm here if you want to connect for a call to see if working together feels like a good fit.
You may not know exactly what you're looking for... just that something feels off. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or the people around you.
I work with teens, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to understand your world, not fit you into a framework. Together we figure out what actually makes sense for you.
I believe most people already have good instincts. Life just has a way of drowning them out. I'd love to help you hear yourself again.
I'm here if you want to connect for a call to see if working together feels like a good fit.
Sometimes in life, we false start and find ourselves thrown off track. Whether it’s something that happened to you or something you’ve done yourself, feelings of betrayal, disappointment, and guilt can cause you to lose focus and get stuck in a place of “Now what?”
I help individuals, couples, and families overcome life’s hurdles—emotional, relational, and performance-related—by providing practical tools and compassionate guidance to move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach integrates faith, psychology, and proven performance strategies to help clients find healing, focus, and purpose.
Sometimes in life, we false start and find ourselves thrown off track. Whether it’s something that happened to you or something you’ve done yourself, feelings of betrayal, disappointment, and guilt can cause you to lose focus and get stuck in a place of “Now what?”
I help individuals, couples, and families overcome life’s hurdles—emotional, relational, and performance-related—by providing practical tools and compassionate guidance to move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach integrates faith, psychology, and proven performance strategies to help clients find healing, focus, and purpose.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey. We specialize in treating addictions, relationships, mood disorders, trauma, and helping clients like you find direction in life. Real change comes from understanding the root causes of your problems, connecting with your emotions, and learning new skills to navigate life’s ups and downs
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey. We specialize in treating addictions, relationships, mood disorders, trauma, and helping clients like you find direction in life. Real change comes from understanding the root causes of your problems, connecting with your emotions, and learning new skills to navigate life’s ups and downs
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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.