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Tara Meskowsky
Psychologist, PsyD, BCN
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
Hello and welcome! I'm Dr. Tara Meskowsky (licensed clinical psychologist and board certified in neurofeedback) and I specialize in individual therapy and neurotherapy/biofeedback for adolescents, teens, and adults. I use neurotherapy for most challenges, including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, TBI, trauma, and sports performance. I also like to utilize different approaches in psychotherapy, including EMDR, CBT, and behavior modification. I have worked in the psychology field for over twenty years, absolutely love what I do, and am here to help. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment.
Hello and welcome! I'm Dr. Tara Meskowsky (licensed clinical psychologist and board certified in neurofeedback) and I specialize in individual therapy and neurotherapy/biofeedback for adolescents, teens, and adults. I use neurotherapy for most challenges, including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, TBI, trauma, and sports performance. I also like to utilize different approaches in psychotherapy, including EMDR, CBT, and behavior modification. I have worked in the psychology field for over twenty years, absolutely love what I do, and am here to help. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment.
(530) 531-8823 View (530) 531-8823
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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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Kami Kazel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
If you're navigating the complexities of life, sports-related issues, a parent who is looking for support for their child or teen or simply seeking a safe space to share your story, I invite you to reach out.
Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when facing challenges that seem overwhelming. I provide a safe and expertly guided space where we can explore and navigate the issues that trouble you or your family. My heart lies in offering holistic therapy, with a focus on children, adolescents, adults and families. In addition to my background in traditional therapy, I have a keen interest and specialization in sports psychology. I offer parenting support and guidance in addition to trauma therapy, support for athletes and a specialization in anxiety coping skills. I'm here to help.
If you're navigating the complexities of life, sports-related issues, a parent who is looking for support for their child or teen or simply seeking a safe space to share your story, I invite you to reach out.
Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when facing challenges that seem overwhelming. I provide a safe and expertly guided space where we can explore and navigate the issues that trouble you or your family. My heart lies in offering holistic therapy, with a focus on children, adolescents, adults and families. In addition to my background in traditional therapy, I have a keen interest and specialization in sports psychology. I offer parenting support and guidance in addition to trauma therapy, support for athletes and a specialization in anxiety coping skills. I'm here to help.
(279) 400-1795 View (279) 400-1795
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Joan Steidinger
Psychologist, PhD, Sports
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941  (Online Only)
I have a specialty in female athletes and published 2 books on female athletes, "Sisterhood in Sports (2014) and " Stand Up and Shout Out: Women's Fight for Equality in Sports" (2020).
Thought leader in mental health and high performance Assistance in Performance and Sport Psychology. If you're struggling with mood disorders (i.e. anxiety & depression), sports injuries, trauma and PTSD and WRITERS with blocks or focus difficulties, then, I'm a psychologist that can help you. Benefit from my 30 years of experience as a clinical and sport psychologist, we will work together to help you to improve your work or general life and/or sport experience.
I have a specialty in female athletes and published 2 books on female athletes, "Sisterhood in Sports (2014) and " Stand Up and Shout Out: Women's Fight for Equality in Sports" (2020).
Thought leader in mental health and high performance Assistance in Performance and Sport Psychology. If you're struggling with mood disorders (i.e. anxiety & depression), sports injuries, trauma and PTSD and WRITERS with blocks or focus difficulties, then, I'm a psychologist that can help you. Benefit from my 30 years of experience as a clinical and sport psychologist, we will work together to help you to improve your work or general life and/or sport experience.
(628) 227-5873 View (628) 227-5873
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Marek Ondera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I have extensive experience in professional, collegiate, & youth sports - both as an athlete & coach.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with experience providing a wide range of treatments and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in multiple clinical settings. I work primarily with individuals and families. I have considerable experience working with Children, Adolescents, and their families from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in an outpatient setting as well as various acute/intensive settings (i.e.: residential group home, hospital diversion, partial hospitalization, crisis unit, non-public schools). I've also provided psychotherapy and clinical assessment services to adults in the outpatient and community mental health settings.
I have extensive experience in professional, collegiate, & youth sports - both as an athlete & coach.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with experience providing a wide range of treatments and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in multiple clinical settings. I work primarily with individuals and families. I have considerable experience working with Children, Adolescents, and their families from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in an outpatient setting as well as various acute/intensive settings (i.e.: residential group home, hospital diversion, partial hospitalization, crisis unit, non-public schools). I've also provided psychotherapy and clinical assessment services to adults in the outpatient and community mental health settings.
(415) 891-4502 View (415) 891-4502
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Whitney Sutak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kentfield, CA 94904
I also help student athletes navigate the unique challenges and stressors that come with playing competitive sports.
As an engaged, non-judgmental listener, I bring warmth and compassion to each session with the intent to foster a collaborative relationship where clients can feel comfortable sharing about their experiences. I strongly believe that the insights gained in therapy can lead not only to symptom relief but a more enjoyable life and an empowered, positive sense of self. I consider the unique qualities and needs of each individual in order to provide the best care. I integrate mindfulness and CBT when appropriate, but much of my experience working with clients is deeper, exploring emotional patterns and beliefs developed in childhood.
I also help student athletes navigate the unique challenges and stressors that come with playing competitive sports.
As an engaged, non-judgmental listener, I bring warmth and compassion to each session with the intent to foster a collaborative relationship where clients can feel comfortable sharing about their experiences. I strongly believe that the insights gained in therapy can lead not only to symptom relief but a more enjoyable life and an empowered, positive sense of self. I consider the unique qualities and needs of each individual in order to provide the best care. I integrate mindfulness and CBT when appropriate, but much of my experience working with clients is deeper, exploring emotional patterns and beliefs developed in childhood.
(415) 843-7080 View (415) 843-7080
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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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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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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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Jamal Watters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Benicia, CA 94510
My style and approach to therapy is "keeping it real." I believe in providing individuals with real and insightful perspectives in dealing with everyday life problems. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals to address concerns in their lives that are preventing them from reaching their optimal level. I believe that everyone has their own optimal level and this is just when you are at your best and feeling really good about yourself. I am skilled at working with relationship issues, adolescent developmental transitions, family problems, sports related concerns (self-esteem building and performance), and more.
My style and approach to therapy is "keeping it real." I believe in providing individuals with real and insightful perspectives in dealing with everyday life problems. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals to address concerns in their lives that are preventing them from reaching their optimal level. I believe that everyone has their own optimal level and this is just when you are at your best and feeling really good about yourself. I am skilled at working with relationship issues, adolescent developmental transitions, family problems, sports related concerns (self-esteem building and performance), and more.
(510) 400-8533 View (510) 400-8533
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Sarah Swanger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94122
I work with athletes, individuals, teams, and organizations to help catalyze change, overcome anxiety, and reach goals, and perform to their capabilities. I help athletes and individuals experience wholeness and find satisfaction and excellence in their lives, their sports, and accomplishments. I also support women before and during pregnancy and postpartum adjustment to find balance and emotional and physical strength and wellness. My experience as a therapist, lifetime as a competitive athlete, and experience as a parent, I am here to help you find the best mental perspectives, overcome pressure, and achieve your goals.
I work with athletes, individuals, teams, and organizations to help catalyze change, overcome anxiety, and reach goals, and perform to their capabilities. I help athletes and individuals experience wholeness and find satisfaction and excellence in their lives, their sports, and accomplishments. I also support women before and during pregnancy and postpartum adjustment to find balance and emotional and physical strength and wellness. My experience as a therapist, lifetime as a competitive athlete, and experience as a parent, I am here to help you find the best mental perspectives, overcome pressure, and achieve your goals.
(415) 914-9722 View (415) 914-9722
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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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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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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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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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Jessica McGowen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104  (Online Only)
I also have experience in sports psychology with baseball athletes.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
I also have experience in sports psychology with baseball athletes.
I have 20 years of experience but I don't believe that says anything unless I can relate, connect and feel with my clients. I can be professional when necessary but I am better at just being real. I am not everyones therapist and I am okay with it. I engage in the conversation with respect and authenticity. I'm direct with the intention to help and shift the issues in a place for change . I am good at what I do and passionate about helping people through pain.
(415) 529-8891 View (415) 529-8891
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Deborah Kory
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94708
Areas of specialty: Depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, navigating college, 12-step recovery, trauma, spiritual and creative exploration, sports performance, and end of life issues.
There is a crisis of meaning and purpose in our society and far too few communities of support to guide us through the difficulties of modern life. I work with clients using psychodynamic, interpersonal and mindfulness-based approaches to help people move from lives of loneliness and alienation to lives of connection and purpose. Creating a safe and nurturing relationship with my clients is of primary importance in my work.
Areas of specialty: Depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, navigating college, 12-step recovery, trauma, spiritual and creative exploration, sports performance, and end of life issues.
There is a crisis of meaning and purpose in our society and far too few communities of support to guide us through the difficulties of modern life. I work with clients using psychodynamic, interpersonal and mindfulness-based approaches to help people move from lives of loneliness and alienation to lives of connection and purpose. Creating a safe and nurturing relationship with my clients is of primary importance in my work.
(510) 253-0121 View (510) 253-0121
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Jeannine Colwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94103
Hi there, I'm Jeannine! My name is Jeannine Colwell and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( LMFT) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens, adults, law enforcement, military, and veterans and specialize in anxiety, depression, anger management, substance use addiction, sports, coaching, etc. using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy, coping skills, coaching, to help my clients make progress and start feeling awesome again. My focus is all about you and meeting you where you are at! Looking forward to meeting you!
Hi there, I'm Jeannine! My name is Jeannine Colwell and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( LMFT) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens, adults, law enforcement, military, and veterans and specialize in anxiety, depression, anger management, substance use addiction, sports, coaching, etc. using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy, coping skills, coaching, to help my clients make progress and start feeling awesome again. My focus is all about you and meeting you where you are at! Looking forward to meeting you!
(415) 818-0402 View (415) 818-0402
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Gabrielle Banathy (White Fawn Counseling)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in providing talk therapy for folks age teen through adult with ASD/Asperger's, ADHD, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, sports psychology/performance, and other life stressors.
I love helping folks that walk through my door feeling lost and unsure find their best, true self. I actively encourage looking at our learned behaviors that lead us to masking and hiding who we truly are to pass and "appear well" when inside it is exhausting and feels inauthentic. I provide collaborative and strengths-focused counseling to discuss and deconstruct whatever feels like it is limiting your growth, past or present, even if that thing is yourself!
I specialize in providing talk therapy for folks age teen through adult with ASD/Asperger's, ADHD, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, sports psychology/performance, and other life stressors.
I love helping folks that walk through my door feeling lost and unsure find their best, true self. I actively encourage looking at our learned behaviors that lead us to masking and hiding who we truly are to pass and "appear well" when inside it is exhausting and feels inauthentic. I provide collaborative and strengths-focused counseling to discuss and deconstruct whatever feels like it is limiting your growth, past or present, even if that thing is yourself!
(530) 804-4288 View (530) 804-4288
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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
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.