Sports Performance Therapists in Chicago, IL
Anxiety and depression can significantly diminish your ability to engage fully in life. Major transitions such as experiencing loss, managing relationships, starting college, participating in sports, changing careers, relocating, or adapting to significant life events can be overwhelmingly daunting.
Anxiety and depression can significantly diminish your ability to engage fully in life. Major transitions such as experiencing loss, managing relationships, starting college, participating in sports, changing careers, relocating, or adapting to significant life events can be overwhelmingly daunting.
With my background in sports psychology as well as behavioral health counselor; I view myself I'm a goal-oriented therapist. I value helping clients with their relationships, family issues, conflict, depression, and trauma; this can be in an individual or couple setting. My time and experience working in various areas of counseling have provided me with the foundation for providing both productive and collaborative therapy experience. I continue to learn cutting-edge research to help clients with their problems.
With my background in sports psychology as well as behavioral health counselor; I view myself I'm a goal-oriented therapist. I value helping clients with their relationships, family issues, conflict, depression, and trauma; this can be in an individual or couple setting. My time and experience working in various areas of counseling have provided me with the foundation for providing both productive and collaborative therapy experience. I continue to learn cutting-edge research to help clients with their problems.
While I have worked with individuals who experienced a wide range of difficulties, I come to you with an expertise in sports performance, anxiety, and depression.
Stressed about the Election? I have immediate openings available for new clients who need support at this time. • It’s easy for our inner critic to increase feelings of uncertainty, fear, and disconnection from ourselves. Our thoughts are constantly telling us stories that can be hard to believe, and we experience this spectrum of emotions that can be tricky to navigate. Rather than internalizing, reacting, or avoiding these negative thoughts and emotions, developing self-compassion and leaning into the discomfort can help you embrace all of your experiences and begin to shift your life in a way that is meaningful to you.
While I have worked with individuals who experienced a wide range of difficulties, I come to you with an expertise in sports performance, anxiety, and depression.
Stressed about the Election? I have immediate openings available for new clients who need support at this time. • It’s easy for our inner critic to increase feelings of uncertainty, fear, and disconnection from ourselves. Our thoughts are constantly telling us stories that can be hard to believe, and we experience this spectrum of emotions that can be tricky to navigate. Rather than internalizing, reacting, or avoiding these negative thoughts and emotions, developing self-compassion and leaning into the discomfort can help you embrace all of your experiences and begin to shift your life in a way that is meaningful to you.
My credentials are Singularly Unique in the business of Sports Psychology.
As a Verified Sports Psychologist, I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. Being a competitive athlete helps me relate to other competitive people in sports or business. My primary focus is on confidence building and the elimination of performance anxiety. I use a 3 tiered approach to training: Perspective Training, Mental Skills Training, and Applied Settings (if applicable at a sporting location). 100% Online Zoom or Facetime. Convenient and Safe.
My credentials are Singularly Unique in the business of Sports Psychology.
As a Verified Sports Psychologist, I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. Being a competitive athlete helps me relate to other competitive people in sports or business. My primary focus is on confidence building and the elimination of performance anxiety. I use a 3 tiered approach to training: Perspective Training, Mental Skills Training, and Applied Settings (if applicable at a sporting location). 100% Online Zoom or Facetime. Convenient and Safe.
Dr. Melanie Jambrosic is a license clinical and sports psychologist at New Insights Behavioral Services. She has years of experience providing therapy and neuropsychological assessment. She also founded Sport Psych Studio, a sports psychology consulting practice, and published the "Mindfulness Journaling Workbook" to help clients improve their mental health and performance. You can find details at www.sportpsychstudio.com. As a child, Dr. Jambrosic played sports to cope with stress and bond with her family. She quickly realized that the mental side was crucial to performance and well-being.
Dr. Melanie Jambrosic is a license clinical and sports psychologist at New Insights Behavioral Services. She has years of experience providing therapy and neuropsychological assessment. She also founded Sport Psych Studio, a sports psychology consulting practice, and published the "Mindfulness Journaling Workbook" to help clients improve their mental health and performance. You can find details at www.sportpsychstudio.com. As a child, Dr. Jambrosic played sports to cope with stress and bond with her family. She quickly realized that the mental side was crucial to performance and well-being.
Lauren Flannery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60610
My clinical interests include perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, and sports performance.
From personal and professional experiences, I have learned that connection is foundational, acceptance is powerful, and change is possible. When we feel disconnected from ourselves, our relationships, or our community, life can feel distressing, isolating, and hopeless at times. My goal in therapy is to hold a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space for acceptance, re-connection, and healing change to occur.
My clinical interests include perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, and sports performance.
From personal and professional experiences, I have learned that connection is foundational, acceptance is powerful, and change is possible. When we feel disconnected from ourselves, our relationships, or our community, life can feel distressing, isolating, and hopeless at times. My goal in therapy is to hold a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space for acceptance, re-connection, and healing change to occur.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of a holistic, culturally sensitive, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with individuals on areas such as trauma, life transitions, personal stressors, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, grief, relationship issues, and sports performance.
As a therapist, I believe in the importance of a holistic, culturally sensitive, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with individuals on areas such as trauma, life transitions, personal stressors, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, grief, relationship issues, and sports performance.
My specialties include counseling for athletes because my research, interest, and life experiences relate to sports.
Welcome! Whether you have been in counseling before, or if this is your first time, I am glad you are here. I am a PhD student with desires to help you continue, or begin, your therapeutic journey. I work with an approach to therapy that doesn't have a "one size fits all," but is holistic, evidence-based, and inclusive. If you are ready to begin, go ahead and give me a call or send an email. I will be there to meet you halfway! We can address any issues you bring to the table and set goals together. If you have any questions along the way, I will work to provide appropriate psychoeducation, resources, and interventions.
My specialties include counseling for athletes because my research, interest, and life experiences relate to sports.
Welcome! Whether you have been in counseling before, or if this is your first time, I am glad you are here. I am a PhD student with desires to help you continue, or begin, your therapeutic journey. I work with an approach to therapy that doesn't have a "one size fits all," but is holistic, evidence-based, and inclusive. If you are ready to begin, go ahead and give me a call or send an email. I will be there to meet you halfway! We can address any issues you bring to the table and set goals together. If you have any questions along the way, I will work to provide appropriate psychoeducation, resources, and interventions.
Trained in health and sports psychology, I've seen how people experience anxiety, depression, & shame when they feel like they're not living up to their potential.
Accepting New Clients, Telehealth Appointments Only: Do you feel anxious or have doubts that hold you back from achieving more in life? Perhaps you feel like a failure for not having met high expectations, those of yourself or of others. Maybe you have met those expectations and are doing all the "right" things, but still feel unfulfilled. Or maybe you've accomplished a goal and don't know what to do next, but feel like you're supposed to figure it out quickly so you don't fall behind.
Trained in health and sports psychology, I've seen how people experience anxiety, depression, & shame when they feel like they're not living up to their potential.
Accepting New Clients, Telehealth Appointments Only: Do you feel anxious or have doubts that hold you back from achieving more in life? Perhaps you feel like a failure for not having met high expectations, those of yourself or of others. Maybe you have met those expectations and are doing all the "right" things, but still feel unfulfilled. Or maybe you've accomplished a goal and don't know what to do next, but feel like you're supposed to figure it out quickly so you don't fall behind.
Natalie Graves' Athletic Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
In sports, it is 90% mental and 10% physical.
An athlete's life is different from other people. Does the stress of being an athlete sometimes makes you feel overwhelmed and alone? Are you expected to be almost perfect and fear you won't measure up and will get ridiculed? Are you afraid of not being "good enough" and coaches losing confidence in you? Does worrying about your performance leave you feeling overanxious? Do you have moments of overwhelming sadness but are afraid to let anyone know because you're an athlete and athletes can't show any signs of weakness, all the while feeling stressed out with no one to go to?
In sports, it is 90% mental and 10% physical.
An athlete's life is different from other people. Does the stress of being an athlete sometimes makes you feel overwhelmed and alone? Are you expected to be almost perfect and fear you won't measure up and will get ridiculed? Are you afraid of not being "good enough" and coaches losing confidence in you? Does worrying about your performance leave you feeling overanxious? Do you have moments of overwhelming sadness but are afraid to let anyone know because you're an athlete and athletes can't show any signs of weakness, all the while feeling stressed out with no one to go to?
Sarah Forsythe - Mental Performance Coach
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CMPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60614
Sarah's graduate degree is in Sports Psychology, and she loves to help athletes and non-athletes Redefine what it means to Perform at their best.
Sarah is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). As a health and wellness enthusiast, Sarah harnesses her passion to help each person reach their full potential in their craft and life. Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions. She utilizes a non-judgmental perspective in both clinical and performance consulting. While exuding warmth and compassion, she helps clients persevere through adversities and celebrate triumphs.
Sarah's graduate degree is in Sports Psychology, and she loves to help athletes and non-athletes Redefine what it means to Perform at their best.
Sarah is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). As a health and wellness enthusiast, Sarah harnesses her passion to help each person reach their full potential in their craft and life. Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions. She utilizes a non-judgmental perspective in both clinical and performance consulting. While exuding warmth and compassion, she helps clients persevere through adversities and celebrate triumphs.
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Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of patients in the areas of anxiety, depression and trauma. Offering Individual, group, and couples sessions, members of the BIPOC and Queer communities. Specializing in sport-focused performance interventions and life transition. As a therapist and mental health professional, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming space for clients as I work with treating issues related to trauma, sports performance anxiety, crisis care, and family dysfunction that encompasses healing in the mind, body, and spirit.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MFT, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Specifically, I work with athletes on their relationship with food in relation to sports performance.
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and daily life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
Specifically, I work with athletes on their relationship with food in relation to sports performance.
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and daily life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
I have worked extensively through the years with clients who struggle with severe and debilitating anxiety, performance anxiety, social anxiety, athletic performance, e- sports performance, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional expression, and communication difficulties.
I’m a big believer that therapy doesn’t have to be buttoned-up or artificial. It should be comfortable and real. I prefer to facilitate a casual, collaborative, & affirming environment where we can openly discuss anything that’s on your mind and empower you to explore who you are and how you relate to others. I specialize in working working with athletes (professional and amateur), e- sports athletes, musicians, poly relationships and fellow therapists in individual, relationship, and family contexts.
I have worked extensively through the years with clients who struggle with severe and debilitating anxiety, performance anxiety, social anxiety, athletic performance, e- sports performance, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional expression, and communication difficulties.
I’m a big believer that therapy doesn’t have to be buttoned-up or artificial. It should be comfortable and real. I prefer to facilitate a casual, collaborative, & affirming environment where we can openly discuss anything that’s on your mind and empower you to explore who you are and how you relate to others. I specialize in working working with athletes (professional and amateur), e- sports athletes, musicians, poly relationships and fellow therapists in individual, relationship, and family contexts.
Nicholas J Piechotte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CADC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I enjoy spending time watching movies, listening to music, exploring new restaurants and playing sports.
I approach therapy with positivity, mindfulness, humor and goals. I am a certified substance abuse counselor and an EMDR trained clinician. I also incorporate spirituality to holistically treat my clients mind, body and soul. My clinical skills are rooted in CBT, DBT, Psycho-dynamic and Motivational Interviewing.
I enjoy spending time watching movies, listening to music, exploring new restaurants and playing sports.
I approach therapy with positivity, mindfulness, humor and goals. I am a certified substance abuse counselor and an EMDR trained clinician. I also incorporate spirituality to holistically treat my clients mind, body and soul. My clinical skills are rooted in CBT, DBT, Psycho-dynamic and Motivational Interviewing.
I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues. Through hypnosis, I can help you shift into a new way of thinking and being by deleting old messages and old programmed behaviors. We can replace old behaviors that no longer serve you with new thoughts and actions and that will improve the quality of your life and give you the peace and comfort. I am a coauthor of Patient Sedation Without Medication. Please visit my website www.laserhypnosis.com.
I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues. Through hypnosis, I can help you shift into a new way of thinking and being by deleting old messages and old programmed behaviors. We can replace old behaviors that no longer serve you with new thoughts and actions and that will improve the quality of your life and give you the peace and comfort. I am a coauthor of Patient Sedation Without Medication. Please visit my website www.laserhypnosis.com.
Konstandinos (Kosta) Papazoglou
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60626
School/ Sports/Career Performance.
Kosta graduated from Roosevelt University with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is working towards his LPC. Kosta has experience working with adolescents, adults, and the elderly, treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, personality disorders and psychosis using cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, along with narrative approach. Kosta develops therapeutic relationships based on trust and non-judgment, developing holistic and non-blaming solutions to problems with clients as the authority in their life.
School/ Sports/Career Performance.
Kosta graduated from Roosevelt University with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is working towards his LPC. Kosta has experience working with adolescents, adults, and the elderly, treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, personality disorders and psychosis using cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, along with narrative approach. Kosta develops therapeutic relationships based on trust and non-judgment, developing holistic and non-blaming solutions to problems with clients as the authority in their life.
Looking to assist those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflict, grief, and sports performance.
I joined Relational Insight in 2023 providing affordable therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My collaborative approach to therapy helps clients tell their story and practice new perspectives or behaviors. I aim to help clients find validation, healing, and growth within life struggles and transitions. I have a passion for reaching underserved clients, especially men of color and other members of marginalized groups. I also connect easily with adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral concerns. I strive to provide tangible support for those who may be new to focusing on their mental health.
Looking to assist those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflict, grief, and sports performance.
I joined Relational Insight in 2023 providing affordable therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My collaborative approach to therapy helps clients tell their story and practice new perspectives or behaviors. I aim to help clients find validation, healing, and growth within life struggles and transitions. I have a passion for reaching underserved clients, especially men of color and other members of marginalized groups. I also connect easily with adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral concerns. I strive to provide tangible support for those who may be new to focusing on their mental health.
I specialize in working with individuals who may be experiencing complex relationship challenges, faith Integration & spirituality concerns, sexual addiction & urge control difficulties, and emotion management & regulation. I have experience supporting people with with anxiety & depression, family of origin dynamics, military and service member populations, as well as athletes & sports related hurdles. Additionally, I work with couples who are married, interested in pre-marital support, dating, or thinking about starting a romantic relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals who may be experiencing complex relationship challenges, faith Integration & spirituality concerns, sexual addiction & urge control difficulties, and emotion management & regulation. I have experience supporting people with with anxiety & depression, family of origin dynamics, military and service member populations, as well as athletes & sports related hurdles. Additionally, I work with couples who are married, interested in pre-marital support, dating, or thinking about starting a romantic relationship.
I specialize in complex trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship (PCIT), cultural identity/experiences, sports performance, and neurodivergent issues.
I believe one of the most courageous acts a person can take is to seek therapy and professional support. As your therapist, my goal is to work collaboratively with you to create a space where you feel safe to learn more about yourself and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Seeking to heal and be whole is a brave undertaking, and I hope to journey alongside you as we work towards your therapeutic goals.
I specialize in complex trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship (PCIT), cultural identity/experiences, sports performance, and neurodivergent issues.
I believe one of the most courageous acts a person can take is to seek therapy and professional support. As your therapist, my goal is to work collaboratively with you to create a space where you feel safe to learn more about yourself and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Seeking to heal and be whole is a brave undertaking, and I hope to journey alongside you as we work towards your therapeutic goals.
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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.