Sports Performance Therapists in Rio Vista, CA

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Keoni Sablan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, BC-TMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turlock, CA 95382
I specialize in working with Catholics struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and sports performance.
As a Catholic, you are struggling to improve your marriage, family, career, performance, or spiritual life. You’re someone who desires more for yourself and those you love but still find yourself struggling to progress, feeling like your efforts never seem to move the needle, leaving you more and more burnt out. You’re feeling dissatisfied, like you're just going through the motions, but you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to understand what's tripping you up. You’re ready to learn new skills to improve. Most of all, you’re ready to live with purpose and find a sense of peace. I want to help you get there.
I specialize in working with Catholics struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and sports performance.
As a Catholic, you are struggling to improve your marriage, family, career, performance, or spiritual life. You’re someone who desires more for yourself and those you love but still find yourself struggling to progress, feeling like your efforts never seem to move the needle, leaving you more and more burnt out. You’re feeling dissatisfied, like you're just going through the motions, but you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to understand what's tripping you up. You’re ready to learn new skills to improve. Most of all, you’re ready to live with purpose and find a sense of peace. I want to help you get there.
(480) 470-8838 View (480) 470-8838
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Ronald Gellis
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I am Dr. Ron Gellis and have been a Christian and Licensed Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist for many years. I have served in the Navy and am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and their Families. I played D1 soccer, run 20 marathons, taught scuba as well as being an award-winning underwater photographer, and competed at the CrossFit Games for 3 years. I am here to help you. I am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and Families as well as the most overlooked population therein, their children.
I am Dr. Ron Gellis and have been a Christian and Licensed Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist for many years. I have served in the Navy and am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and their Families. I played D1 soccer, run 20 marathons, taught scuba as well as being an award-winning underwater photographer, and competed at the CrossFit Games for 3 years. I am here to help you. I am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and Families as well as the most overlooked population therein, their children.
(657) 239-4705 View (657) 239-4705
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Gabriele Goodman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94619
These are my core competencies: * Sports Psychology *Coaching for Peak Performance *Acceptance and Commitment Therapy *Cognitive Behavioral Therapy *Internal Family Systems * Mindfulness, Biofeedback, and Stress/Pain Management *EMDR, EFT, and Hypnosis * Mindfulness-based Self-Compassion* Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISDP) .
I am a psychologist for sport, health, and life. I have spent 15 years studying, writing, teaching, and coaching people on how to perform at their best. I have worked with world-class performers from the arenas of sports, business, healthcare, and the United States Army. I have special expertise in Performance Psychology and train clients on how to strengthen the mental and emotional skills that underlie human performance excellence and sustainable resilience. I am a subject matter expert in the field of self-regulation techniques that promote optimism, resilience, alertness, and composure in high-pressure situations.
These are my core competencies: * Sports Psychology *Coaching for Peak Performance *Acceptance and Commitment Therapy *Cognitive Behavioral Therapy *Internal Family Systems * Mindfulness, Biofeedback, and Stress/Pain Management *EMDR, EFT, and Hypnosis * Mindfulness-based Self-Compassion* Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISDP) .
I am a psychologist for sport, health, and life. I have spent 15 years studying, writing, teaching, and coaching people on how to perform at their best. I have worked with world-class performers from the arenas of sports, business, healthcare, and the United States Army. I have special expertise in Performance Psychology and train clients on how to strengthen the mental and emotional skills that underlie human performance excellence and sustainable resilience. I am a subject matter expert in the field of self-regulation techniques that promote optimism, resilience, alertness, and composure in high-pressure situations.
(510) 662-0036 View (510) 662-0036
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Sarah Plep
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Gatos, CA 95032
I am able to assist with all kinds of goals from sports performance, drug and alcohol issues, communication problems, and how difficult it can be to be a teen.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
I am able to assist with all kinds of goals from sports performance, drug and alcohol issues, communication problems, and how difficult it can be to be a teen.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
(408) 827-1815 x3 View (408) 827-1815 x3
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Amber Cunningham
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, APCC, MS
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95207
My unique blend of expertise in youth sports coaching and teaching equips me to tailor strategies for the modern young individual's needs.
Welcome to a brighter path! I'm Amber Cunningham, your dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Science from California Baptist University. Now accepting both tele-health clients from any location in California as well as in-office clients for those based near Stockton, CA.
My unique blend of expertise in youth sports coaching and teaching equips me to tailor strategies for the modern young individual's needs.
Welcome to a brighter path! I'm Amber Cunningham, your dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Science from California Baptist University. Now accepting both tele-health clients from any location in California as well as in-office clients for those based near Stockton, CA.
(209) 680-2577 View (209) 680-2577
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Dr. Kathryn Keithly, Pediatric Psychologist
Psychologist, LEP, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Aptos, CA 95003
Katy's participation in and focus on sports has given her insight into the value that sports can provide in building self-esteem in students with learning disabilities.
Kathryn (Katy) Keithly holds a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Educational Psychology and a State certification in School Psychology. She is a licensed Educational Psychologist (#3485) and a Board Certified Sport Psychologist. Katy got her start in Psychology at Cal State Monterey Bay were she graduated with a B.A and was the captain of CSUMB’s women’s golf team for four years. Katy also has been riding horses since she was five and competed throughout the United States.
Katy's participation in and focus on sports has given her insight into the value that sports can provide in building self-esteem in students with learning disabilities.
Kathryn (Katy) Keithly holds a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Educational Psychology and a State certification in School Psychology. She is a licensed Educational Psychologist (#3485) and a Board Certified Sport Psychologist. Katy got her start in Psychology at Cal State Monterey Bay were she graduated with a B.A and was the captain of CSUMB’s women’s golf team for four years. Katy also has been riding horses since she was five and competed throughout the United States.
(831) 269-5705 View (831) 269-5705
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Elite Physiology, Inc.
PhD, BCN, BCB
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94110
At Elite Physiology we like to help you on your journey of achieving your goals. This can be done in a variety of ways, but all stemming back to your own physiology. We use testing to see how your body responds, then cater your training based on your individual body and brain. This can be for peak performance in sports, music, or learning, to help to retrain your brain to stay on task, sleep better, and allow life to be easier.
At Elite Physiology we like to help you on your journey of achieving your goals. This can be done in a variety of ways, but all stemming back to your own physiology. We use testing to see how your body responds, then cater your training based on your individual body and brain. This can be for peak performance in sports, music, or learning, to help to retrain your brain to stay on task, sleep better, and allow life to be easier.
(415) 324-4953 View (415) 324-4953
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Kristina Cook
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vacaville, CA 95688
Brainspotting • EMDR • Sometimes we reach a season of life that we need a little help navigating, and the good news is that you do not have to do it alone. I wholeheartedly believe, "when needing compassion, we need someone who is deeply rooted, is able to bend and, most of all, embraces us for our strengths and struggles," Brene Brown. I work with a wide scope of clients who have experienced low self-esteem, phobias, trauma, abuse, sexual violence and assault, challenges with sports performance/blocks and injury, codependence, academic or performance anxiety and depression.
Brainspotting • EMDR • Sometimes we reach a season of life that we need a little help navigating, and the good news is that you do not have to do it alone. I wholeheartedly believe, "when needing compassion, we need someone who is deeply rooted, is able to bend and, most of all, embraces us for our strengths and struggles," Brene Brown. I work with a wide scope of clients who have experienced low self-esteem, phobias, trauma, abuse, sexual violence and assault, challenges with sports performance/blocks and injury, codependence, academic or performance anxiety and depression.
(707) 675-1571 View (707) 675-1571
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Mary Taylor Fullerton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Recently, I have completed courses in sports performance.
We all need a safe place to unpack stress and explore unhealthy patterns in order to create the meaningful changes we want in our lives. I encourage clients to approach therapy with an open and curious mind. For my part, you can expect compassion, collaboration and an unwavering authenticity in each session - with a healthy dose of humor when welcomed.
Recently, I have completed courses in sports performance.
We all need a safe place to unpack stress and explore unhealthy patterns in order to create the meaningful changes we want in our lives. I encourage clients to approach therapy with an open and curious mind. For my part, you can expect compassion, collaboration and an unwavering authenticity in each session - with a healthy dose of humor when welcomed.
(650) 488-3876 View (650) 488-3876
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Zack O Oelerich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94129
Clients in my practice include technology and finance leaders, professional sports executives and coaches, NCAA student athletes, recent graduates or newly independent adults, and individuals adjusting to newfound success.
My philosophy builds on unique strengths and sensitivities of each individual. Taking a supportive coaching role and utilizing a psychotherapeutic framework, I help clients develop and successfully execute their goals while developing a better understanding of social nuance in relationships and in the complex group dynamics of their home and work environments. My psychotherapy practice supports neurodivergent adults integrating their gifts amidst the challenges of great sensitivity and intelligence and is uniquely suited for midlife adults approaching transitions, relationship or career changes, birth, death and divorce.
Clients in my practice include technology and finance leaders, professional sports executives and coaches, NCAA student athletes, recent graduates or newly independent adults, and individuals adjusting to newfound success.
My philosophy builds on unique strengths and sensitivities of each individual. Taking a supportive coaching role and utilizing a psychotherapeutic framework, I help clients develop and successfully execute their goals while developing a better understanding of social nuance in relationships and in the complex group dynamics of their home and work environments. My psychotherapy practice supports neurodivergent adults integrating their gifts amidst the challenges of great sensitivity and intelligence and is uniquely suited for midlife adults approaching transitions, relationship or career changes, birth, death and divorce.
(925) 892-3090 View (925) 892-3090
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Kimberly Bruns
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
I also specialize in working with individuals with sports performance concerns including anxiety, peak performance, fears after injuries, focusing issues, and burnout.
Do you wish for things in your life or in your relationships to be better? Are you faced with an obstacle that feels unsolvable due to fear, anxiety, lack of motivation, or difficulty making a decision? Then you have come to the right place. I have a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families in developing new ways to thrive rather than merely survive.
I also specialize in working with individuals with sports performance concerns including anxiety, peak performance, fears after injuries, focusing issues, and burnout.
Do you wish for things in your life or in your relationships to be better? Are you faced with an obstacle that feels unsolvable due to fear, anxiety, lack of motivation, or difficulty making a decision? Then you have come to the right place. I have a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families in developing new ways to thrive rather than merely survive.
(916) 634-0747 View (916) 634-0747
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Kimberlie Flowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814  (Online Only)
With vast collegiate, professional & athletic experience including sports, world travel, outdoor adventures and an epiphanal spiritual journey, I offer a dynamic, unique exploration using Sports, Eco, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
As a warm and engaging therapist filled with wonder and vitality, I help transform struggles into enlightened and empowered change. With over 38 years in: private practice; residential, dual diagnosis, head trauma treatment programs; agencies (WEAVE, Families First, Yolo Community Care Continuum, NeuroCare, UCDMC Psychiatry Department, Asian Pacific Community Counseling); schools (Associate Professor-Professional School of Psychology in Sacramento). I currently serve as Trauma Response/CISM clinician, Corporate Wellness Presenter, Apple Wellness Center, Mental Tuffness Sports, Board Member of CAMFT-Sacramento Valley Chapter.
With vast collegiate, professional & athletic experience including sports, world travel, outdoor adventures and an epiphanal spiritual journey, I offer a dynamic, unique exploration using Sports, Eco, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
As a warm and engaging therapist filled with wonder and vitality, I help transform struggles into enlightened and empowered change. With over 38 years in: private practice; residential, dual diagnosis, head trauma treatment programs; agencies (WEAVE, Families First, Yolo Community Care Continuum, NeuroCare, UCDMC Psychiatry Department, Asian Pacific Community Counseling); schools (Associate Professor-Professional School of Psychology in Sacramento). I currently serve as Trauma Response/CISM clinician, Corporate Wellness Presenter, Apple Wellness Center, Mental Tuffness Sports, Board Member of CAMFT-Sacramento Valley Chapter.
(916) 512-1628 View (916) 512-1628
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Carlisa Harris
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
Suisun City, CA 94585  (Online Only)
Different Lenses provides support around anxiety, depression, intemperance, sports performance, intimate partner counseling, marital and premarital coping skills, women issues, men issues, anger management, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, peer issues, and stress.
Different Lenses provides a healthy and safe space to support individuals and couples with embracing their strengths. We help people understand life and experiences are impermanent but also see how these same experiences provide opportunities for growth that creates resilience. At Different Lenses we assist people with managing expectations in relationships, school, work, sports, and life challenges by supporting people to do internal work for self mastery. Different Lenses supports people in understanding that no one can bring them peace but themselves by addressing issues head on creating balance and overall wellness.
Different Lenses provides support around anxiety, depression, intemperance, sports performance, intimate partner counseling, marital and premarital coping skills, women issues, men issues, anger management, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, peer issues, and stress.
Different Lenses provides a healthy and safe space to support individuals and couples with embracing their strengths. We help people understand life and experiences are impermanent but also see how these same experiences provide opportunities for growth that creates resilience. At Different Lenses we assist people with managing expectations in relationships, school, work, sports, and life challenges by supporting people to do internal work for self mastery. Different Lenses supports people in understanding that no one can bring them peace but themselves by addressing issues head on creating balance and overall wellness.
(650) 360-9556 View (650) 360-9556
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David H. Wever
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
Greetings! I have had the honor to walk alongside many hearts over the past 26 years as a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Professional Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, disorders of the self (personality and cluster B disorders), EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, sexuality, sexual betrayal or partner betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity and addiction, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Sports Traumatic Stress Disorder, couples psychotherapy, and marriage and relationship issues.
Greetings! I have had the honor to walk alongside many hearts over the past 26 years as a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Professional Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, disorders of the self (personality and cluster B disorders), EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, sexuality, sexual betrayal or partner betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity and addiction, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Sports Traumatic Stress Disorder, couples psychotherapy, and marriage and relationship issues.
(916) 668-6925 View (916) 668-6925
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Kamal Ahmed
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95843  (Online Only)
I work with athletes who struggle with measuring up with teammates, pre-game anxiety, handling setbacks, injuries, balancing sports and life (ie.
Hello, I specialize in working with the following: Teen/Young Adult Issues- I help teens/young adults learn valuable skills that help them make sense of their thoughts, feelings, and values; this helps them be better equipped and empowered to make better decisions in their relationships, school, and work. Counseling with me can help teens and young adults build their confidence, bounce back from setbacks, focus on their goals, manage stress, and have healthy relationships.
I work with athletes who struggle with measuring up with teammates, pre-game anxiety, handling setbacks, injuries, balancing sports and life (ie.
Hello, I specialize in working with the following: Teen/Young Adult Issues- I help teens/young adults learn valuable skills that help them make sense of their thoughts, feelings, and values; this helps them be better equipped and empowered to make better decisions in their relationships, school, and work. Counseling with me can help teens and young adults build their confidence, bounce back from setbacks, focus on their goals, manage stress, and have healthy relationships.
(510) 674-0481 View (510) 674-0481
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Sarah Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94105  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, sports performance and performance anxiety.
Is that painful experience or worry stuck on repeat in your mind? Maybe it was a scary incident, negative comment, embarrassing moment or even a sports injury. Or maybe you're nervous AF about college or grad school exams, public speaking, or playing in your game. Regardless, you're tired of it bothering you so much. And you're fed up with it preventing you from doing what you want to do. But you're ready to feel calm. You're ready to perform well without questioning your self-worth. And most of all, you want to reclaim joy, move forward with confidence and feel like yourself again. I want to help you get there.
I specialize in helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, sports performance and performance anxiety.
Is that painful experience or worry stuck on repeat in your mind? Maybe it was a scary incident, negative comment, embarrassing moment or even a sports injury. Or maybe you're nervous AF about college or grad school exams, public speaking, or playing in your game. Regardless, you're tired of it bothering you so much. And you're fed up with it preventing you from doing what you want to do. But you're ready to feel calm. You're ready to perform well without questioning your self-worth. And most of all, you want to reclaim joy, move forward with confidence and feel like yourself again. I want to help you get there.
(310) 692-7765 View (310) 692-7765
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Jennifer Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
Do you want to be understood and receive effective support and answers? Are you an athlete needing help with your sports performance? There are solutions. I have been privileged to work with many adults and adolescents in resolving their difficulties. They have found hope, as well as, a new outlook on life. You will find that I have valuable experience working with people affected by trauma, depression, anxiety, defiance, negative self-talk, PTSD, physical and sexual abuse, school/work/sport performance and related issues.
Do you want to be understood and receive effective support and answers? Are you an athlete needing help with your sports performance? There are solutions. I have been privileged to work with many adults and adolescents in resolving their difficulties. They have found hope, as well as, a new outlook on life. You will find that I have valuable experience working with people affected by trauma, depression, anxiety, defiance, negative self-talk, PTSD, physical and sexual abuse, school/work/sport performance and related issues.
(530) 645-9659 View (530) 645-9659
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Ann DeWitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Experience passion in your marriage and fun in your family. You've spent years building an exceptional family, career, and life but recently have hit a snag. It might be a lack of intimacy in your marriage, a child who isn't thriving in school, sports, or emotional health, or a feeling that you're stuck--simultaneously overwhelmed and uninspired.
Experience passion in your marriage and fun in your family. You've spent years building an exceptional family, career, and life but recently have hit a snag. It might be a lack of intimacy in your marriage, a child who isn't thriving in school, sports, or emotional health, or a feeling that you're stuck--simultaneously overwhelmed and uninspired.
(503) 379-9533 View (503) 379-9533
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Mya Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elk Grove, CA 95758
Little specializes in Sports Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
Hi there, I'm Mya! A Healthy Outside Starts from the Inside. My specialty is relationships. Not just the relationships you have with those around you, but the relationship you have with yourself. Life should not be a struggle; it should be an adventure you enjoy. Therapy can help you whether you are trapped in a routine that's no longer serving you, facing a new difficulty, or simply seeking to improve the general quality of your life. Dr. Little has years of experience working with athletes and people in high-stakes professions to improve performance and eliminate performance barriers by reducing stress.
Little specializes in Sports Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
Hi there, I'm Mya! A Healthy Outside Starts from the Inside. My specialty is relationships. Not just the relationships you have with those around you, but the relationship you have with yourself. Life should not be a struggle; it should be an adventure you enjoy. Therapy can help you whether you are trapped in a routine that's no longer serving you, facing a new difficulty, or simply seeking to improve the general quality of your life. Dr. Little has years of experience working with athletes and people in high-stakes professions to improve performance and eliminate performance barriers by reducing stress.
(949) 776-5324 View (949) 776-5324
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Diego J. Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404  (Online Only)
I specialize in sports psychology.
I work with clients inspired to change. Let's work together from where you are, with what you have right now, to create a stable and enjoyable life. I can help guide you in controlling your anxiety, depression, and mental suffering with evidence-based practices.
I specialize in sports psychology.
I work with clients inspired to change. Let's work together from where you are, with what you have right now, to create a stable and enjoyable life. I can help guide you in controlling your anxiety, depression, and mental suffering with evidence-based practices.
(707) 216-0567 View (707) 216-0567

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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.