Sports Performance Therapists in Chicago, IL

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Sarah Forsythe - Mental Performance Coach
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CMPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60614
Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions.
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. She utilizes her training and education for Executive Coaching to work with C-suite folks and teams in the corporate setting. She feels that as humans, we perform in every aspect of our lives.
Sarah works with clients with a wide variety of needs, including sports performance concerns, anxiety, confidence, & life transitions.
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. She utilizes her training and education for Executive Coaching to work with C-suite folks and teams in the corporate setting. She feels that as humans, we perform in every aspect of our lives.
(773) 825-5129 View (773) 825-5129
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Dr. Richard Trammel
EdD, MS, L3S-CT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
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.
I also work with parents of athletes to help them understand how their role can help/hurt their athlete. My graduate degrees are in Athletic Counseling (M.S.) and Sports Psychology (Doctorate). Athletic Counseling targets issues that are not necessarily sports related but can detrimentally affect performance. Mental Skills Training is the fundamentals of SP.
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.
I also work with parents of athletes to help them understand how their role can help/hurt their athlete. My graduate degrees are in Athletic Counseling (M.S.) and Sports Psychology (Doctorate). Athletic Counseling targets issues that are not necessarily sports related but can detrimentally affect performance. Mental Skills Training is the fundamentals of SP.
(312) 300-2842 View (312) 300-2842
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Bridget Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, sports performance, perfectionism, over-control, body image, disordered eating, grief, relationships, and general life stressors.
I love the saying that therapy is not just "recovering from" something, but also "recovering toward" something. Maybe part of your journey is figuring out the "toward" and gaining a clearer understanding of your purpose, passion, and path. In order to gain that clarity, we often need to explore what's working, what's not working, and how to take the next step. I'm here to guide you on this journey and to co-create a map so that you can live your most meaningful life. Whether you are struggling to get a personal best on the track, overcome anxiety, manage perfectionism, or adapt to new life situations, I can help.
I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety, sports performance, perfectionism, over-control, body image, disordered eating, grief, relationships, and general life stressors.
I love the saying that therapy is not just "recovering from" something, but also "recovering toward" something. Maybe part of your journey is figuring out the "toward" and gaining a clearer understanding of your purpose, passion, and path. In order to gain that clarity, we often need to explore what's working, what's not working, and how to take the next step. I'm here to guide you on this journey and to co-create a map so that you can live your most meaningful life. Whether you are struggling to get a personal best on the track, overcome anxiety, manage perfectionism, or adapt to new life situations, I can help.
(773) 985-4314 View (773) 985-4314
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Dr. Brooke White
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I offer sports and performance related therapy.
I provide psychological services to address a wide variety of concerns, challenges and life transitions. I use approaches that have been scientifically shown to be effective. I view the therapeutic process as a partnership between myself and the client. My approach is adjusted to meet the unique needs of each individual client, and I seek to provide an open, supportive forum in which to explore your life and reach your personal goals. With my support you can identify the areas of your life that are not working and make a plan to create growth, change and improvement, allowing you to live the life you desire.
I offer sports and performance related therapy.
I provide psychological services to address a wide variety of concerns, challenges and life transitions. I use approaches that have been scientifically shown to be effective. I view the therapeutic process as a partnership between myself and the client. My approach is adjusted to meet the unique needs of each individual client, and I seek to provide an open, supportive forum in which to explore your life and reach your personal goals. With my support you can identify the areas of your life that are not working and make a plan to create growth, change and improvement, allowing you to live the life you desire.
(802) 448-1487 View (802) 448-1487
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Suzette Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have experience working with individuals dealing with sports performance, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress management.
I take a direct, honest approach to therapy, blending proven strategies to help you achieve balance and lasting change. My methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, all designed to empower you in managing stress, building confidence, and reaching your goals.
I have experience working with individuals dealing with sports performance, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress management.
I take a direct, honest approach to therapy, blending proven strategies to help you achieve balance and lasting change. My methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, all designed to empower you in managing stress, building confidence, and reaching your goals.
(815) 662-0746 View (815) 662-0746
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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?
(312) 564-5312 View (312) 564-5312
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Kali Ulmer
LCPC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals on areas such as trauma, life transitions, personal stressors, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, grief, relationship issues, and sports performance.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, which focuses on the therapeutic relationship, psychoeducation, and mindfulness in order to implement learned skills for emotional regulation, motivation, situational awareness, goal setting, communication, and self-compassion.
I work with individuals on areas such as trauma, life transitions, personal stressors, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, grief, relationship issues, and sports performance.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, which focuses on the therapeutic relationship, psychoeducation, and mindfulness in order to implement learned skills for emotional regulation, motivation, situational awareness, goal setting, communication, and self-compassion.
(312) 548-8670 View (312) 548-8670
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Victoria Sofia Gonzalez
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
My personal experiences and multicultural background enhance my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. I believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their healing journey and build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and achieve personal growth.
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.
My personal experiences and multicultural background enhance my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. I believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their healing journey and build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and achieve personal growth.
(312) 772-9796 x725 View (312) 772-9796 x725
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Akelah Moore
Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
I use a compassionate, integrative, and attentive approach to provide skills and space to address all that life brings.
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.
I use a compassionate, integrative, and attentive approach to provide skills and space to address all that life brings.
(312) 313-6435 View (312) 313-6435
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Julia Tehovnik
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
(312) 625-6634 View (312) 625-6634
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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.
(708) 847-7445 View (708) 847-7445
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Melanie Jambrosic
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60630
Melanie Jambrosic is a license clinical and sports psychologist at New Insights Behavioral Services.
Dr. Jambrosic incorporates an eclectic trauma-informed approach integrating evidence-based theories to tailor to each client's needs, which include Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Theory. She emphasizes being authentic, living in alignment with one's core values, and not allowing one's past to define ourselves.
Melanie Jambrosic is a license clinical and sports psychologist at New Insights Behavioral Services.
Dr. Jambrosic incorporates an eclectic trauma-informed approach integrating evidence-based theories to tailor to each client's needs, which include Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Theory. She emphasizes being authentic, living in alignment with one's core values, and not allowing one's past to define ourselves.
(708) 766-7199 View (708) 766-7199
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Ashley Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
(815) 281-5379 View (815) 281-5379
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Brittany Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
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.
(872) 278-2250 View (872) 278-2250
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Ryan M Earl
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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 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.
(847) 558-1875 View (847) 558-1875
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Shannon M Duffy
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.
(602) 932-1785 View (602) 932-1785
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Sthefany Alviar
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
(312) 964-8838 View (312) 964-8838
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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.
(630) 509-0274 View (630) 509-0274
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Zachariah (Zach) Seifert
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
Our sessions will be a safe and supportive space used to reflect on where you came from so that you can identify where you hope to go. We will focus on where you want to go by challenging engrained patterns of thought and unhealthy habits. True understanding is admitting when you need a change. Whatever the combatant, we will fight it together.
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.
Our sessions will be a safe and supportive space used to reflect on where you came from so that you can identify where you hope to go. We will focus on where you want to go by challenging engrained patterns of thought and unhealthy habits. True understanding is admitting when you need a change. Whatever the combatant, we will fight it together.
(630) 326-8406 View (630) 326-8406
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Sarah Farris
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
I take a warm, enthusiastic approach in guiding the therapeutic process for adults living with anxiety, OCD, phobias, panic disorder, sports performance anxiety, athlete mental health, and BFRBs.
I offer evidence based interventions including exposure & response prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness & skill development for the treatment of OCD, and Anxiety. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, identify goals for making meaningful changes, and develop a plan to reduce how anxiety interferes with daily life.
I take a warm, enthusiastic approach in guiding the therapeutic process for adults living with anxiety, OCD, phobias, panic disorder, sports performance anxiety, athlete mental health, and BFRBs.
I offer evidence based interventions including exposure & response prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness & skill development for the treatment of OCD, and Anxiety. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, identify goals for making meaningful changes, and develop a plan to reduce how anxiety interferes with daily life.
(773) 492-8532 View (773) 492-8532
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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.