Sports Performance Therapists in O Fallon, MO
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Christoffer Lowenhielm
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified
Verified
My specialty is Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, First Responders and
Sports
/School/Job Performance.
I have a passion to assist you in overcoming adversity and facing your mental health concerns. Empathy, open-mindedness, and communication are my core values. My path to counseling began very young through my own personal experience with loss of life, which lead me to the path to helping others. I understand that missing our loved ones and being depressed is normal, and the key to grieving is to find a way to form a new relationship with the one we lost. In addition, through my collegiate student-athlete experience I understand the delicate balance of being a student-athlete, including the pressures that come along with it.
Not accepting new clients

Hannah Almeida
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, RPT
Verified
Verified
I also enjoy working with young people who are competitive athletes dealing with anxiety, depression, or
sports performance
.
Hey there! My name is Hannah, and I am an LPC and Registered Play Therapist. I work with children, teens, and young adults ages 3-21, practicing a person-centered, child-centered, trauma focused approach to therapy. For the past decade I have been working in various settings such as schools, mental health agencies, and nonprofits, helping children and young people be the healthiest version of themselves. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients and their families to help foster hope in their lives, no matter what the circumstances may be.

Jennifer Lynn Espenschied
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Sports Psychology
Consultation: Athletes have specific needs and I am here to provide support for those needs. From performance anxiety to balancing the pressures of daily life with the demands of your sport, to a desire to fine-tune your mental game in order to increase performance, I can help you reach your goals! Couples Consultation: Every couple is a unique team. Understanding these team dynamics is as important as reading the directions to put together IKEA furniture in order to maximize fulfillment and minimize tensions in a relationship. We will learn the unique blueprint of your relationship to reach your couple goals!
Not accepting new clients

Derrick Forsythe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, FMCHC
Verified
Verified
As a society we are challenged by an overwhelming amount of expectations and stressors placed on us by the world. Anxiety is very real and many have experienced trauma or have their own struggles with depression. Reaching out for help is an act of courage and humility. Forsythe Wellness takes a Functional Medicine approach, viewing the mind and body as working together. This means looking at every area of a person's life to understand and address the root causes underlying the symptoms. Using a unique person-centered approach for each client, we will focus on impacting long-term change. Therapy takes place in a variety of settings.

Heather St. Peter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience and enjoy working with children, teens and adults on a variety of issues. I am a part of Side by Side Wellness LLC, which strives to provide individuals at any stage of life the opportunity to achieve their goals through holistic support and services.

Kevin E Herbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, Psych, LPC, CH, DBT
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Are you seeking someone who understands suffering? Whether recent loss, painful trauma or a moment of deep personal crisis, you'd like someone who has been there and understands what it takes to stand up again. Fundamentally, counseling is a relationship. And for many, the first relationship you have ever had where someone listens without judgment, meets you with genuine appreciation, and gives with no strings attached. Together we will get a clear picture of what to do next, then we can introduce powerful rapid change methods backed by research and put you on a path to growth, well-being and more fulfilling work and relationships.

Justin Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCATP
Verified
Verified
There are many reasons that we find ourselves in need of help. I believe that we all have a desire for our lives to be better, but many times we are unsure of how to reach those goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mental health needs, or have experienced trauma in your life reaching out for help is the first step toward a better life.
Waitlist for new clients

Christina Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I bring 22 years of clinical experience to my private practice. I have been fortunate to work in a variety of settings as a clinician and supervisor, including non-profit mental health agencies, private practice settings, and for the last 8 years as the Lead Education Support Counselor in a school setting. This experience has allowed me to have a better understanding of the challenges in both the home and school settings when children are struggling. I use a variety of clinical interventions and never lose focus on the importance of building a strong relationship with my clients.
Office is near:
O Fallon, MO 63368 Waitlist for new clients

Hayley Garr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients through the mountains & valleys of life. I can't promise to “fix” your problems, but I can promise you won't have to face them alone. My desire is that during our time together, you are able to share your pain & struggles without fear of judgment; and that you gain the courage to walk forward in life with the hope for a better tomorrow. I hope that we can journey together toward your full, authentic self to live out your best story.
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Kristin Hall
PLPC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Negative events, unhealthy relationship patterns, self-destructive behaviors and an overall sense of feeling "stuck" can hold you back. Through customized and collaborative therapy, we will explore current issues of concern and relevant past experiences to help put the missing pieces of the puzzle back together for a happier, healthier you. I will always create a safe space for you, and ask that in return we work together towards your goals with honesty, vulnerability and commitment.

Isis Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a passionate and empathetic therapist with strong counseling abilities and an understanding of interpersonal familial relationships. I have experience leading clients through their struggles with interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy I support and assist those willing to make a positive difference in their lives.
Not accepting new clients

Amanda Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Anyone who walks through my door is showing strength and courage in stepping outside of their comfort zone. If you are one of them, I will encourage you to build up your "tool box" of helpful information and reflections to keep for life.

Natalie Mucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
My name is Natalie Mucci (LMSW) and my passion is being able to meet people where they are and best facilitate each individual attaining their mental health goals. I have over a decade of experience utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies and helping individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and front line mental health experience during the COVID pandemic.
Waitlist for new clients

Tyler Z. Tooley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, C-APT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My initial 45-minute consultation is completely FREE ($0.00), and you are welcome to book online! I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, teenagers and adults. I specialize in working with individuals who are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, OCD, gifted, etc.), and I also have a proclivity for working with children and teens who are in foster care or are adopted. I offer individual and family sessions, play therapy, and I often integrate technology, including video and computer games, iPads, and virtual reality (VR), into sessions. To learn more about Gaming Therapy, visit my website!

Machaela Rausch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling down on yourself or like you're "not good enough?" Always missing the mark? Do you question if the decisions you are making in your relationships align with being the most authentic version of who you want to be? If you're struggling to stand up for who you are (sometimes even to yourself) and live the life you want to live, then you're in the right place. If you're looking to increase your confidence, work through an eating disorder, increase performance in your sport, and/or embrace who you are, then we could be a great fit!
Office is near:
Wentzville, MO 63385 & Online
Online Therapists
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David M Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I also speak for various organizations on a variety of subjects from clinical topics, relationships, educational equity,
sports
coaching techniques, and mental training.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering brief and extended therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. My mission as a therapist is to promote healing, positive ways of balancing, and joy in daily living. I cherish the opportunity to learn, teach, support, and challenge through my client's greatest hardships and most brilliant moments. My style is interactive and supportive, yet challenging. I adapt a variety of therapeutic approaches that focus on my clients' daily interactions. Our work together will help you Create a Life YOU Love! Positive By Design.
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Peter Maynor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
If you are motivated to grow as an individual or as a couple, face challenging realities, and develop a growth mentality, or if you need to recover from harm, work through grief, and move toward wholeness and wellbeing, this could be the right therapeutic fit for you. If you feel stuck, unsatisfied, anxious, or discouraged, we can work through your struggles. If your relationship is in jeopardy or you just want to take it to the next level of connection, this is the right place for you. Lastly, to recent graduates looking for supervision, I've enjoyed supervising many therapists over the years and would be happy to discuss fitting.

Laura Chackes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety and related disorders including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (Trichotillomania and Skin Picking Disorder), Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Separation Anxiety, and Selective Mutism. I also see many patients with depression and other mood disorders. As Clinical Director of The Center for Mindfulness & CBT, I lead a team of therapists and prescribers who work together to provide evidence based treatment. With many providers on site, I help match each client with the clinician who will be the best fit.

Abram Dillon Wilks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups with a wide variety of presenting concerns. I have experience working in outpatient settings, residential treatment programs, psychiatric rehabilitation centers, and as an adjunct professor for the University of Missouri.

Gina Howe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have 25 years of experience and specialized training in the field of trauma treatment and mental health. Areas of focus: depression, anxiety, panic, relationships, physical, emotional and sexual violence, child sexual abuse, post-traumatic and acute stress symptoms, dissociation, grief/loss, accident related trauma, direct or secondary traumatic experience, first responder and military incidents of stress. Clients that have experienced traumatic events often feel as if they are not themselves, may have intrusive thoughts, difficulty with focus, trust and may feel jumpy and/or numb. I would like to help you find your way through.
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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, visualisation, 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.