Sports Performance Therapists in Troy, OH

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Colt Tanner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Troy, OH 45373
In the fast-paced world we live in, it can feel necessary to appear successful on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or anxious underneath. Relationships may grow strained by recurring conflict or emotional distance. Self-doubt and pressure to perform can quietly build. What’s often desired isn’t just symptom relief, but clarity, steadiness, and deeper connection—sustainable change that brings relationships, values, and purpose into alignment.
In the fast-paced world we live in, it can feel necessary to appear successful on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or anxious underneath. Relationships may grow strained by recurring conflict or emotional distance. Self-doubt and pressure to perform can quietly build. What’s often desired isn’t just symptom relief, but clarity, steadiness, and deeper connection—sustainable change that brings relationships, values, and purpose into alignment.
(937) 826-3814 View (937) 826-3814
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Sydney Morrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Troy, OH 45373
Waitlist for new clients
On the outside, you look like you’ve got it together. Inside? It’s chaos. You’re tired of pretending you’re okay when you’re not. You're here because you’re ready for something to shift. And you’re in the right place. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and new or expecting parents with anxiety disorders and OCD.
On the outside, you look like you’ve got it together. Inside? It’s chaos. You’re tired of pretending you’re okay when you’re not. You're here because you’re ready for something to shift. And you’re in the right place. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and new or expecting parents with anxiety disorders and OCD.
(937) 731-3837 View (937) 731-3837
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Victoria Martin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PCC-S, LSW
Troy, OH 45373
Hello! People often choose counseling when issues such as relationship conflict, mood concerns and traumatic experiences begin negatively impacting the person and they are simply not where they want to be in life. I offer supportive counseling and consultation services to individuals using techniques that best meet their unique needs. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and have used EMDR with first responders, veterans and other individuals who have lived through high stress situations. My hope is that my services can provide the assistance needed to help the individual return to living the healthy and productive life they desire!
Hello! People often choose counseling when issues such as relationship conflict, mood concerns and traumatic experiences begin negatively impacting the person and they are simply not where they want to be in life. I offer supportive counseling and consultation services to individuals using techniques that best meet their unique needs. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and have used EMDR with first responders, veterans and other individuals who have lived through high stress situations. My hope is that my services can provide the assistance needed to help the individual return to living the healthy and productive life they desire!
(937) 588-6311 View (937) 588-6311
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Kendra Hemminger
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S
9 Endorsed
Troy, OH 45373
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am happy you are considering counseling at this time, and doing your research to find the best counselor for you. Whatever it is you may be experiencing in this season of your life, I would be honored to hear your story and work with you through growth and healing. Please feel welcome to browse my website at SincereCounseling.com and contact me with any questions you may have. Wishing you peace and joy in the journey. Sincerely, Kendra
Hello, I am happy you are considering counseling at this time, and doing your research to find the best counselor for you. Whatever it is you may be experiencing in this season of your life, I would be honored to hear your story and work with you through growth and healing. Please feel welcome to browse my website at SincereCounseling.com and contact me with any questions you may have. Wishing you peace and joy in the journey. Sincerely, Kendra
(937) 756-0183 View (937) 756-0183
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Dr. Skip Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, BS, MA, MS, LPC
Serves Area
I also specialize in Cognitive Sports Performance Therapy for athletes.
I am a clinical mental health therapist specializing in Sexual Health, Sex Education, and General Mental Health Issues. I conduct adult individual, group, and couples therapy. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), which means that one’s thoughts evoke emotions that drives one’s behaviors. Therapy focuses on a person’s thoughts, presumptions, cognitive distortions, emotion regulation, and behavioral changes. I am passionate about working with clients and am an empathetic therapist who enjoys working collaboratively to help his clients reach mental peace and creates a relaxed atmosphere that allows clients to feel safe.
I also specialize in Cognitive Sports Performance Therapy for athletes.
I am a clinical mental health therapist specializing in Sexual Health, Sex Education, and General Mental Health Issues. I conduct adult individual, group, and couples therapy. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), which means that one’s thoughts evoke emotions that drives one’s behaviors. Therapy focuses on a person’s thoughts, presumptions, cognitive distortions, emotion regulation, and behavioral changes. I am passionate about working with clients and am an empathetic therapist who enjoys working collaboratively to help his clients reach mental peace and creates a relaxed atmosphere that allows clients to feel safe.
(937) 882-5250 View (937) 882-5250

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Dr. Brittany L Collins
Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, BC-TMH, NCC
7 Endorsed
Moraine, OH 45439
I work with high performers and those who support high-performance environments, including athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, educators, athletic and academic support professionals, clinicians, pastors, military members, and first responders. Many clients navigate burnout, compassion fatigue, anxiety, depression, grief, perfectionism, neurodivergence, and identity-related stress. My approach is multicultural, trauma-informed, and environmentally responsive, honoring how culture, systems, and performance demands shape mental health. I offer in-person therapy in Ohio and telehealth in Ohio, Texas, Missouri, Kentucky, and Florida.
I work with high performers and those who support high-performance environments, including athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, educators, athletic and academic support professionals, clinicians, pastors, military members, and first responders. Many clients navigate burnout, compassion fatigue, anxiety, depression, grief, perfectionism, neurodivergence, and identity-related stress. My approach is multicultural, trauma-informed, and environmentally responsive, honoring how culture, systems, and performance demands shape mental health. I offer in-person therapy in Ohio and telehealth in Ohio, Texas, Missouri, Kentucky, and Florida.
(937) 507-6326 View (937) 507-6326
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Kristen Mae Frederico
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Dayton, OH 45458
Clients I see are ready to make meaningful changes, even if they’re not sure where to start. They may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or self-doubt and want to better understand themselves and their emotions. Together, we focus on building practical skills, improving confidence, and creating steady, sustainable progress toward a more balanced life.
Clients I see are ready to make meaningful changes, even if they’re not sure where to start. They may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or self-doubt and want to better understand themselves and their emotions. Together, we focus on building practical skills, improving confidence, and creating steady, sustainable progress toward a more balanced life.
(937) 984-2234 View (937) 984-2234
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Rocker Health LLC
Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Serves Area
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
(216) 279-8633 View (216) 279-8633
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Stephanie Tobin
Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Certification in Sports Social Work, University of Kentucky/ASWIS
Dear anxious, depressed adult. What's keeping you up at night? Are you worried about the family conflict, that promotion, staying focused, staying calm? Are you a sleep deprived new parent, convinced that this will never end? Somewhere in life, you began to believe that you couldn't do it. Do you want to simply survive, or thrive? Let's chat.
Certification in Sports Social Work, University of Kentucky/ASWIS
Dear anxious, depressed adult. What's keeping you up at night? Are you worried about the family conflict, that promotion, staying focused, staying calm? Are you a sleep deprived new parent, convinced that this will never end? Somewhere in life, you began to believe that you couldn't do it. Do you want to simply survive, or thrive? Let's chat.
(614) 918-4535 View (614) 918-4535
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Avery Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Moraine, OH 45439
My specialty areas include sports performance, life transitions, and anxiety.
You push hard. You set goals and hit them. And somewhere along the way, you stopped asking whether any of it actually feels good. Maybe a big life change has left you wondering who you are outside of your achievements. Or maybe you just know you're capable of more, but can't figure out what's standing in your way. I work with high achievers, athletes, coaches, and people who are used to being the one who has it all together, until they're not. Together, we dig into what could be driving the burnout, the perfectionism, or the anxiety underneath the surface, and use that to find your path and embrace the climb.
My specialty areas include sports performance, life transitions, and anxiety.
You push hard. You set goals and hit them. And somewhere along the way, you stopped asking whether any of it actually feels good. Maybe a big life change has left you wondering who you are outside of your achievements. Or maybe you just know you're capable of more, but can't figure out what's standing in your way. I work with high achievers, athletes, coaches, and people who are used to being the one who has it all together, until they're not. Together, we dig into what could be driving the burnout, the perfectionism, or the anxiety underneath the surface, and use that to find your path and embrace the climb.
(937) 887-2408 View (937) 887-2408
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Allison Newlin
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S
Dayton, OH 45429
Waitlist for new clients
As an Individual Therapist, I work with individuals who are wanting to work on finding balance between managing high expectations and prioritizing overall mental health and wellbeing. I have extensive experience in working with high achieving individuals who struggle with perfectionism, burn out and/or how they relate to themselves. I help my clients understand the science behind our thoughts and emotions, while guiding them through new, more effective ways to hold ourselves accountable and get more out of our potential.
As an Individual Therapist, I work with individuals who are wanting to work on finding balance between managing high expectations and prioritizing overall mental health and wellbeing. I have extensive experience in working with high achieving individuals who struggle with perfectionism, burn out and/or how they relate to themselves. I help my clients understand the science behind our thoughts and emotions, while guiding them through new, more effective ways to hold ourselves accountable and get more out of our potential.
(937) 915-2636 View (937) 915-2636
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Jeffrey Smart
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LICDC
Online Only
My focus is on a variety of life issues that impede the unique potential of the individual. These include substance abuse and dependency, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as major life events that happen to us all. I works with people from all walks of life including children, couples, and adults. My approach to counseling is person centered / existential and is concerned primarily with a person’s goals, aspirations, and realization of meaning. I view life “problems” not as impediments to attaining goals but as opportunities.
My focus is on a variety of life issues that impede the unique potential of the individual. These include substance abuse and dependency, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as major life events that happen to us all. I works with people from all walks of life including children, couples, and adults. My approach to counseling is person centered / existential and is concerned primarily with a person’s goals, aspirations, and realization of meaning. I view life “problems” not as impediments to attaining goals but as opportunities.
(937) 400-1790 View (937) 400-1790
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Victoriya Reich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling lost & overwhelmed? Are you ready to conquer anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? If you crave a safe space to unlock personal growth & live a more fulfilling life, we offer a supportive space for personal growth and change. Combined with a variety of skilled clinicians and a personalized approach to mental health, our clients thrive and attain long-term goals.
Feeling lost & overwhelmed? Are you ready to conquer anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? If you crave a safe space to unlock personal growth & live a more fulfilling life, we offer a supportive space for personal growth and change. Combined with a variety of skilled clinicians and a personalized approach to mental health, our clients thrive and attain long-term goals.
(440) 379-8548 View (440) 379-8548
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Dick Anthony Genardi
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping persons with chronic, disabling medical and mental health conditions improve their quality of life. In our work together, you will learn self-regulation skills for the management of physical and emotional concerns; lessen the impact of pain, reduce anxious feelings, increase positive mood. To help you accomplish your goals, I combine psychotherapy with methods from neuroscience and physiology. Based on your needs, offerings may include traditional biofeedback and quantitative EEG guided neurofeedback (BF&NF), heart rate variability training(HRV),pulsed/repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS), cranial electrical stimulation (CES), transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS)
I specialize in helping persons with chronic, disabling medical and mental health conditions improve their quality of life. In our work together, you will learn self-regulation skills for the management of physical and emotional concerns; lessen the impact of pain, reduce anxious feelings, increase positive mood. To help you accomplish your goals, I combine psychotherapy with methods from neuroscience and physiology. Based on your needs, offerings may include traditional biofeedback and quantitative EEG guided neurofeedback (BF&NF), heart rate variability training(HRV),pulsed/repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS), cranial electrical stimulation (CES), transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS)
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Erica Stump
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Online Only
You may look like you’re holding it all together while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted. Maybe you’re navigating the effects of trauma, struggling with relationships, battling intrusive thoughts, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, and every day life stress. I offer a counseling approach that is direct, compassionate, trauma-informed, and Christian faith-integrated. I believe healing happens through honest reflection and practical support. I strive to ensure my clients feel safe, challenged, understood, and equipped with the tools they need to navigate challenges.
You may look like you’re holding it all together while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted. Maybe you’re navigating the effects of trauma, struggling with relationships, battling intrusive thoughts, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, and every day life stress. I offer a counseling approach that is direct, compassionate, trauma-informed, and Christian faith-integrated. I believe healing happens through honest reflection and practical support. I strive to ensure my clients feel safe, challenged, understood, and equipped with the tools they need to navigate challenges.
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Nicole M. LaSelle
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Online Only
"I believe that life should be lived with passion and meaning. Anything that is getting in the way of this can be changed or accepted. Through counseling, I will help you alter the course you and your loved ones are traveling in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way. Together, we will find more passion and meaning in your life." My academic training began at the University of Notre Dame, with a B.A., continued at the University of Dayton, with a MS.Ed., and concluded with a Ph.D. at Kent State University.
"I believe that life should be lived with passion and meaning. Anything that is getting in the way of this can be changed or accepted. Through counseling, I will help you alter the course you and your loved ones are traveling in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way. Together, we will find more passion and meaning in your life." My academic training began at the University of Notre Dame, with a B.A., continued at the University of Dayton, with a MS.Ed., and concluded with a Ph.D. at Kent State University.
(937) 453-0960 View (937) 453-0960
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Dr. Daniel Bush
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, PhD, MA, MDiv, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
(859) 209-6427 View (859) 209-6427
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Martyn S Whittingham
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, AGPA-F
Serves Area
I am a licensed psychologist working in Cincinnati, Ohio. I will work collaboratively with you to work out not only what you might be struggling with but also to understand the strengths and coping skills you are already using to help you deal with challenges. I work to understand all the factors that contribute to bringing you to therapy and then working together with you to take steps toward meaningful and achievable change.
I am a licensed psychologist working in Cincinnati, Ohio. I will work collaboratively with you to work out not only what you might be struggling with but also to understand the strengths and coping skills you are already using to help you deal with challenges. I work to understand all the factors that contribute to bringing you to therapy and then working together with you to take steps toward meaningful and achievable change.
(513) 957-2480 View (513) 957-2480
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EMDR Concierge
Counselor, BS,MSEd, LPCC, NPT-C, NCRIM-P, SIRH-PT
Dayton, OH 45439
Offering personalized service options and the effective EMDR Therapy modality that can provide the boost and results you are seeking. Whether you're wanting a 2X or 10X change, we're ready to welcome you today. We provide 11 years experience in facilitating the variations of the popular EMDR modality for enhanced cognitive processing that can result in greater coherence, distress relief, and your best self on a more regular basis. Experienced in recent incident recovery, PTSD, DID, CPTSD, FND, and attachment/developmental impacts treatment and more general symptoms of headaches, brain fog, lethargy and relational distress.
Offering personalized service options and the effective EMDR Therapy modality that can provide the boost and results you are seeking. Whether you're wanting a 2X or 10X change, we're ready to welcome you today. We provide 11 years experience in facilitating the variations of the popular EMDR modality for enhanced cognitive processing that can result in greater coherence, distress relief, and your best self on a more regular basis. Experienced in recent incident recovery, PTSD, DID, CPTSD, FND, and attachment/developmental impacts treatment and more general symptoms of headaches, brain fog, lethargy and relational distress.
(937) 719-5087 View (937) 719-5087
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Heather Renae Horton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
It's time. It's time for you to take that step into the self-discovery and healing that allows you to live your best life. Whether your issues and concerns are with anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, relationships, or that of a spiritual nature I offer a safe space that allows you to explore the ins and outs of who you are, why you are, what you are doing and where you are going.
It's time. It's time for you to take that step into the self-discovery and healing that allows you to live your best life. Whether your issues and concerns are with anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, relationships, or that of a spiritual nature I offer a safe space that allows you to explore the ins and outs of who you are, why you are, what you are doing and where you are going.
(937) 358-8229 View (937) 358-8229

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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.