Sports Performance Therapists in Lowndes County, GA

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Jason L Griner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31602
I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma. I have treated men, women and children who have experienced trauma and struggled to cope effectively. I have helped people with issues they are experiencing in their relationships and assisted with grief and loss and breakups. If someone is struggling to cope without using some sort of substance, prescribed or not, I am willing and able to assist them with finding their way to acceptance and peace. I also work with athletes to help them achieve theIr highest potential.
(229) 490-1457 View (229) 490-1457
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Shea Walker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31605
Hi! My name is Shea Walker, and I am a pre-licensed clinician with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and hold a certification in Mental Performance Mastery. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and is motivated to do the work. My therapeutic approach tends to focus on what is changeable and possible, with attention to effective behaviors that create a growth mindset. During our sessions, you can expect a direct, down-to-earth therapist who does not mind using humor and humility. If you are facing life head on and feel stuck, aimless, anxious or fearful, call today to set up our initial session.
Hi! My name is Shea Walker, and I am a pre-licensed clinician with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and hold a certification in Mental Performance Mastery. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and is motivated to do the work. My therapeutic approach tends to focus on what is changeable and possible, with attention to effective behaviors that create a growth mindset. During our sessions, you can expect a direct, down-to-earth therapist who does not mind using humor and humility. If you are facing life head on and feel stuck, aimless, anxious or fearful, call today to set up our initial session.
(229) 297-7036 View (229) 297-7036
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Justin Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
(229) 279-5290 View (229) 279-5290
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Leah C. McMillan
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
(229) 515-8880 View (229) 515-8880

Online Therapists

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Daniel Scott Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAN, DMHC
Verified Verified
Bainbridge, GA 39817
First and foremost, I’m not the therapist for everyone. I don’t dwell on the past, assign blame, or encourage a victim mentality. Everyone carries some form of trauma, but my focus is on moving forward — taking back control rather than giving past experiences the power to have a negative impact on you. In our work together, we’ll be authentic. You can vent, swear, cry, whatever it takes. But most importantly, we’ll strategize. If you’re ready to identify what’s holding you back and take actionable steps to conquer it, I’m your guy.
First and foremost, I’m not the therapist for everyone. I don’t dwell on the past, assign blame, or encourage a victim mentality. Everyone carries some form of trauma, but my focus is on moving forward — taking back control rather than giving past experiences the power to have a negative impact on you. In our work together, we’ll be authentic. You can vent, swear, cry, whatever it takes. But most importantly, we’ll strategize. If you’re ready to identify what’s holding you back and take actionable steps to conquer it, I’m your guy.
(229) 363-5806 View (229) 363-5806
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Tracy McNair Knighton
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Albany, GA 31707
The name of the practice says it all..NOVA - No One Ventures Alone. It is not the events in our lives that shape us. It is our reaction to and the beliefs about those events that shape us. Are you in transition - moving, changing jobs, single parent, recently divorced or widowed? Are you faced with some life challenges and need help to overcome them? Would you like help navigating a new path? If you answered yes, then NOVA Counseling is right for you. How you live today will help to create the life you desire to live tomorrow. Let me walk with you, inspire you and equip you to live your best life!
The name of the practice says it all..NOVA - No One Ventures Alone. It is not the events in our lives that shape us. It is our reaction to and the beliefs about those events that shape us. Are you in transition - moving, changing jobs, single parent, recently divorced or widowed? Are you faced with some life challenges and need help to overcome them? Would you like help navigating a new path? If you answered yes, then NOVA Counseling is right for you. How you live today will help to create the life you desire to live tomorrow. Let me walk with you, inspire you and equip you to live your best life!
(229) 589-8873 View (229) 589-8873

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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.