Therapists in 11773
Isaac Zur
PhD, CMPC, MHC-LP, BCB
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11773
Using the principles of Applied Sports Psychology, I help athletes build mental toughness and thrive under pressure.
Isaac Zur, Ph.D., MHC-LP, CMPC, is a highly experienced mental performance consultant with over a decade of practice and teaching. He brings a unique perspective to his work, drawing on his experiences as an athlete, teacher, and practitioner to help individuals and athletes build emotional resilience and perform well under pressure. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Lehman College, where he teaches in the exercise science program.
Using the principles of Applied Sports Psychology, I help athletes build mental toughness and thrive under pressure.
Isaac Zur, Ph.D., MHC-LP, CMPC, is a highly experienced mental performance consultant with over a decade of practice and teaching. He brings a unique perspective to his work, drawing on his experiences as an athlete, teacher, and practitioner to help individuals and athletes build emotional resilience and perform well under pressure. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Lehman College, where he teaches in the exercise science program.
Stacy L Pellettieri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11773
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
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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.