Sports Performance Therapists in Asheville, NC

Ben Foodman's background as a licensed psychotherapist with advanced training in sport psychology & motor behavior allows him to help athletes improve sports performance , treat symptoms of PTSD, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, transition from sport injury and provides alternative clinical interventions for patients looking to alleviate their mental health symptoms. He has worked with a wide variety of professional, Olympic, collegiate & high school athletes as well as musicians. Ben also works extensively with veterans experiencing symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder.

Hi there, these first few steps in your search for support can be daunting; I’m so glad you found my page. I hope that I can help you feel that you have options when searching for the right therapist. Whether you are an anxious child, a new mother, a stressed teenager or a stuck adult, forming a therapeutic relationship can be life-changing. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Melissa Villodas Counseling and Consulting. I am also working towards my Certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C).

"What if I crumble under the pressure?" You appear calm on the outside but on the inside you're wondering if you're really cut out for this. You worry that people will think you're a "fraud" or "impostor". (A very common fear). You're tired of people telling you that you're "overthinking it." Performance anxiety is real. Athletes, performers, business professionals, and test takers all experience it and it's debilitating - making it difficult to think clearly and perform effectively, let alone enjoy what you're doing. You're ready for a mindset change, a different way to do things.

My ideal clients- bright and innovative thinkers, held back by symptoms/emotions that they can not rationalize away. On the outside, they’re leaders, experts, visionaries, and healers; on the inside, they silently suffer with change, negative belief-systems, unexplainable feelings, upsetting memories, or hopelessness. Needed is a personally and professionally trusting relationship with a MH professional, to take a break from the weight of external stressors, and not have to know all of the answers for once. Goals involve a healthier work/life/balance, making self-improvement more of a necessity as opposed to a luxury.

Online Therapy for Couples and Adults with flexible evening and weekend hours. Learn coping skills for anxiety to get better sleep and feel more calm and confident in your relationships. You want to increase intimacy with your partner, don't you? Call me today! I have been professionally providing therapy since 2008 and use the most effective techniques to help relationships like yours improve and change. We will use a secure video conference so that you are in the comfort of your own home while we talk. This is a safe space where we will practice skills to enhance the quality and connectedness of your relationships.

Though I work with everyone, and all are welcome, always, I specialize in working with adolescent teens and adult men. Emphasizing mindfulness, my work is particularly effective in dealing with patterns of substance use or other addictive tendencies, social anxiety, ADHD, and important life transitions. Rather than having my own agenda, I appreciate helping clients clarify and compassionately move toward their vision, find meaning through challenge, and gain deeper understanding of their own dilemmas. I also enjoy helping people learn to communicate authentically with their loved ones in ways that help change detrimental patterns.

I connect easily with clients to feel lighter and clearer in their minds, body, and Spirit. I work with people with stressful careers in medicine, law, finance, and small businesses. Knowing the necessity of keeping a clear head and calm body, yet have been struggling with heartbreak, anxiety, fears, loss and grief that has created overwhelming stress and expectations that limits functioning. It is a challenging balancing act with career, family, relationships, along with finding some quiet time to relax. I help you master these challenges with a very confidential, (no insurance or electronic records) safe, and caring environment.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma? Are there problematic patterns in your relationships? Are you having difficulty effectively parenting your adolescent or young adult? You are not alone and I can help. I have been working with individuals and families for over 25 years with positive results. I create a compassionate and emotionally safe environment where we will begin your journey. I will listen to your story and together we will work through the beliefs that create limitations. I will help you develop strategies and a daily practice to improve your life.

Do you have difficulty with overwhelming emotions? Are you sensitive or identify as an Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or neurodiverse? Do you want learn strategies and implement techniques to create your ideal environment in order to feel better. You don't have to squeeze into a culture that was not specifically designed for you. Do you desire to define your own lifestyle more deeply? Are you searching for strategies to identify and move towards your own values. You can learn self-esteem and confidence. I can support you in increasing your quality of life!

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience; I value the uniqueness of each individual and in the strength and creativity of the human spirit. Within the counseling relationship is a safe place to define areas of growth, vent feelings, explore possibilities, find encouragement and move toward peacefulness. My approach to counseling is gentle and encouraging, although I can be direct when helpful. I will support without judging and am respectful of individual and cultural differences. Success Starts with YOU and Counseling can help !

My passion in this work comes from guiding individuals toward life goals, healing, growth, and discovery within. I combine various modalities tailored to address blockages and increase momentum in your life. Perhaps you are not yet on your own timeline or feel like you are living someone else's life.

Hi, and thank you for being here, I know that looking for a therapist can be extremely intimidating, and a vulnerable process. I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out for support. And while your therapeutic work can be uncomfortable and challenging, I do my best to provide a warm, accepting, and easy place for you to talk about and work through the hard stuff. I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space to help you create an experience of perspective change, personal growth, and healing. Through this I hope to help you open up new possibilities and create a new path to move forward.

You've tried everything and your child is still scared or angry and think they can't change. I work with children ages 3-13 to feel better and get along. They're not to blame for what's happened in their lives but do need to take responsibility for their actions. I support kids in not feeling broken or thinking they are "bad". I use play, art projects and stories to help them express feelings. I teach them skills to understand and manage their feelings and teach them to share their feelings to get support and feel safe.

I am effective working with adults who experience many different kinds of emotional health conditions. I work with people who are having relationship difficulties, issues with codependency, trouble navigating traumatic events, and looking for overall personal growth. I also have experience and enjoy working with people who are on the autism spectrum.

I am passionate about helping those who want to make change and are struggling with the motivation to do so. I love supporting humans who have always had it all together and now need support. I believe both counseling and healing are full-person activities surrounding the mind, the body, and the spirit. I believe different things will work for different people. I approach and meet every client where they are and may use motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, or client-centered therapy. I enjoy working with young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and trauma.

I practice from a strengths-based, whole-person wellness perspective. I aspire to help my clients define, understand, and enhance their innate abilities to meet and work through the challenges that inevitably arise in each of our lives. I draw from my experience working in wilderness therapy, outpatient clinic, and in-home intensive therapy to bring a well-rounded approach, full of creativity to every session. I specialize my work towards clients who are looking to unlock their full potential while seeking connection and an improved understanding of self.

I work with clients in a relaxed, informal, and professional way to promote emotional safety and comfort within the relationship so that they can process openly and authentically about meaningful and often sensitive topics. While experiencing this connection, people are able to gain presence, reflect on experiences and plan for personal maintenance, change and growth. Many clients enjoy both spending time in the office, taking walks, spending time in nature, and/or meeting virtually for telehealth sessions. I like to utilize physical activity, mindfulness, and ecotherapy for engagement and emphasizing overall health and wellness.