Sports Performance Therapists in Austin, TX
I provide athletes a place of understanding support to work through issues such as eating concerns, body image, anxiety, depression, injury, post- sports career, relationships, substance use, or traumatic events.
I understand how athletic culture creates a unique set of circumstances and beliefs that add to the complexity of treating and recovering from an eating disorder. I can come alongside you to connect you with the resources and professionals helpful in expanding your support system, and create a multifaceted approach.
I provide athletes a place of understanding support to work through issues such as eating concerns, body image, anxiety, depression, injury, post- sports career, relationships, substance use, or traumatic events.
I understand how athletic culture creates a unique set of circumstances and beliefs that add to the complexity of treating and recovering from an eating disorder. I can come alongside you to connect you with the resources and professionals helpful in expanding your support system, and create a multifaceted approach.
I'm a Certified Mental Performance Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, earned in settings ranging from youth to Division I athletics, and team to individual sports.
Are you being challenged by emotional and psychological concerns? Are they preventing you from leading the life you’d like to be living? Are your usual ways of coping are becoming less and less effective? It would be an honor to be allowed to join you on your journey towards better well-being. In therapy we'll work with all aspects of yourself; the person and the performer. We integrate these in a way that is authentic and fulfilling to you. In addition to sport and performance psychology, my clinical interests include sleep, eating/body image concerns, romantic and sexual relationships, social anxiety, and emerging adulthood.
I'm a Certified Mental Performance Consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, earned in settings ranging from youth to Division I athletics, and team to individual sports.
Are you being challenged by emotional and psychological concerns? Are they preventing you from leading the life you’d like to be living? Are your usual ways of coping are becoming less and less effective? It would be an honor to be allowed to join you on your journey towards better well-being. In therapy we'll work with all aspects of yourself; the person and the performer. We integrate these in a way that is authentic and fulfilling to you. In addition to sport and performance psychology, my clinical interests include sleep, eating/body image concerns, romantic and sexual relationships, social anxiety, and emerging adulthood.
Dr. Eugenia Barr Austin Sports Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Serves Area
Sports challenges are unique.
We also collaborate with coaches, managers, family and other sports-related professionals, including physicians, physical therapists, trainers, dietitians, chiropractors, and other wellness practitioners.
Sports challenges are unique.
We also collaborate with coaches, managers, family and other sports-related professionals, including physicians, physical therapists, trainers, dietitians, chiropractors, and other wellness practitioners.
I also work with individual and team sports to help athletes find success on and off the field, including improving performance anxiety and reshaping team dynamics.
I offer individual therapy as well as sport performance coaching for individual athletes and teams. ACT promotes psychological flexibility, or the ability to experience uncomfortable internal sensations while moving toward chosen values. This includes experiential exercises designed to sit with negative patterns of responding and seek out workable solutions.
I also work with individual and team sports to help athletes find success on and off the field, including improving performance anxiety and reshaping team dynamics.
I offer individual therapy as well as sport performance coaching for individual athletes and teams. ACT promotes psychological flexibility, or the ability to experience uncomfortable internal sensations while moving toward chosen values. This includes experiential exercises designed to sit with negative patterns of responding and seek out workable solutions.
As a REAL sports psychologist, I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level.
I also work with parents of athletes to help them understand how their role can help/hurt their athlete. My graduate degrees are in Athletic Counseling (M.S.) and Sports Psychology (Doctorate). Athletic Counseling targets issues that are not necessarily sports related but can detrimentally affect performance. Mental Skills Training is the fundamentals of SP.
As a REAL sports psychologist, I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level.
I also work with parents of athletes to help them understand how their role can help/hurt their athlete. My graduate degrees are in Athletic Counseling (M.S.) and Sports Psychology (Doctorate). Athletic Counseling targets issues that are not necessarily sports related but can detrimentally affect performance. Mental Skills Training is the fundamentals of SP.
I specialize in mood and anxiety, life transitions, and sports performance.
Currently seeing Texas Clients virtually only. I am accepting in person Clients in Colorado! My passion is to collaborate and support individuals who are working through challenges brought on by life stressors. I believe that therapy offers room to expand on the connection between our emotional and physical health. My goal for clients is to gain awareness of how their emotions, feelings, and thoughts affect their mental state and overall wellness. I believe in the importance of incorporating awareness of the body through somatic reflection.
I specialize in mood and anxiety, life transitions, and sports performance.
Currently seeing Texas Clients virtually only. I am accepting in person Clients in Colorado! My passion is to collaborate and support individuals who are working through challenges brought on by life stressors. I believe that therapy offers room to expand on the connection between our emotional and physical health. My goal for clients is to gain awareness of how their emotions, feelings, and thoughts affect their mental state and overall wellness. I believe in the importance of incorporating awareness of the body through somatic reflection.
I help clients manage anxiety, burnout, and pressure using a blend of sports psychology, mindful CBT, and practical tools.
My ideal clients are high performers, athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are driven, successful, and under pressure to always “be on.” They struggle with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, or feeling misunderstood despite their achievements. They want to perform at a high level while feeling more balanced, fulfilled, and connected in their personal lives. They’re looking for tools to manage stress, navigate low emotional states, and build healthier relationships. Ultimately, they want to thrive not just in their careers, but in who they are beyond the performance.
I help clients manage anxiety, burnout, and pressure using a blend of sports psychology, mindful CBT, and practical tools.
My ideal clients are high performers, athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are driven, successful, and under pressure to always “be on.” They struggle with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, or feeling misunderstood despite their achievements. They want to perform at a high level while feeling more balanced, fulfilled, and connected in their personal lives. They’re looking for tools to manage stress, navigate low emotional states, and build healthier relationships. Ultimately, they want to thrive not just in their careers, but in who they are beyond the performance.
I am a licensed professional counselor, certified perinatal mental health specialist, child centered play therapist, EMDR certified counselor, mental sports performance coach, and former college athlete.
You're the supermom trying to do it all, but lately, you're not sure how much longer you can keep it all together.
You're the child that needs somebody to really listen to how you feel.
Maybe you're the exhausted athlete trying to be your best, but your mental game is keeping you down.
You are not alone! I specialize in working with moms in the perinatal population, children, and athletes improving their mental sport performance. I am here to help you or your child achieve their goal to be their best and cope with all of life's challenges.
I am a licensed professional counselor, certified perinatal mental health specialist, child centered play therapist, EMDR certified counselor, mental sports performance coach, and former college athlete.
You're the supermom trying to do it all, but lately, you're not sure how much longer you can keep it all together.
You're the child that needs somebody to really listen to how you feel.
Maybe you're the exhausted athlete trying to be your best, but your mental game is keeping you down.
You are not alone! I specialize in working with moms in the perinatal population, children, and athletes improving their mental sport performance. I am here to help you or your child achieve their goal to be their best and cope with all of life's challenges.
Having played sports my entire life, I also work with athletes that are struggling with sports related issues such as performance anxiety and emotional recovery from an injury.
l specialize in helping people recover from the impact of emotional abuse, such as complex trauma, codependency, anxiety and depression. I place high importance on the therapeutic relationship, as I work from a relational standpoint. My style as a therapist is authentic, validating and emotion-focused. The primary modality I use in treatment is psychodynamic therapy, which focus not only on managing symptoms but working through the root cause of suffering.
Having played sports my entire life, I also work with athletes that are struggling with sports related issues such as performance anxiety and emotional recovery from an injury.
l specialize in helping people recover from the impact of emotional abuse, such as complex trauma, codependency, anxiety and depression. I place high importance on the therapeutic relationship, as I work from a relational standpoint. My style as a therapist is authentic, validating and emotion-focused. The primary modality I use in treatment is psychodynamic therapy, which focus not only on managing symptoms but working through the root cause of suffering.
EMDR, Brainspotting & Psychotherapy of Austin PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EMDR-C, BSP-C
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in treating PTSD, panic attacks, anxiety, depression and dissociative disorders, sports trauma therapy, performance issues, relationship therapy and more without the use of medications.
The field of psychotherapy has come a long way since it began. We now know that it doesn't have to take as long as previously believed for permanent healing and change to take place. Your treatment has a beginning, middle & end. I am trained and certified in many of the latest breakthrough treatments including EMDR and Brainspotting. I use these modalities with a direct approach because I have found them to be the most effective.
Too often, clients participate in years of talk therapy and medication management without results. If you are ready for long lasting results, schedule a free consultation today.
I specialize in treating PTSD, panic attacks, anxiety, depression and dissociative disorders, sports trauma therapy, performance issues, relationship therapy and more without the use of medications.
The field of psychotherapy has come a long way since it began. We now know that it doesn't have to take as long as previously believed for permanent healing and change to take place. Your treatment has a beginning, middle & end. I am trained and certified in many of the latest breakthrough treatments including EMDR and Brainspotting. I use these modalities with a direct approach because I have found them to be the most effective.
Too often, clients participate in years of talk therapy and medication management without results. If you are ready for long lasting results, schedule a free consultation today.
I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life.
You are the expert of your own experiences, so I will often ask you to turn inward for answers. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life.
You are the expert of your own experiences, so I will often ask you to turn inward for answers. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I am a compassionate (and sometimes silly) former collegiate athlete who loves traveling, sports, and the arts.
My ideal client is a dedicated athlete or performer striving to reach their full potential after realizing the mental side is just as important as the physical. They seek tailored strategies to enhance mental resilience, manage stress, and maintain a positive mindset. They are willing to put in the work and have some fun as they cultivate a successful mindset that will serve them for the rest of their lives.
I am a compassionate (and sometimes silly) former collegiate athlete who loves traveling, sports, and the arts.
My ideal client is a dedicated athlete or performer striving to reach their full potential after realizing the mental side is just as important as the physical. They seek tailored strategies to enhance mental resilience, manage stress, and maintain a positive mindset. They are willing to put in the work and have some fun as they cultivate a successful mindset that will serve them for the rest of their lives.
I encourage you to reach out and together we can address issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, communication, or sports performance challenges.
Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, struggling to fit in, or facing challenges that impact daily life? Whether it’s difficulty building relationships, managing anxiety or depression, or overcoming self-doubt, these struggles can affect confidence and overall well-being. I’m passionate about helping individuals of all ages—children, teens, and adults—navigate life’s challenges and develop resilience. From managing social pressures to addressing personal or performance-related concerns, my goal is to empower you with the tools to thrive.
I encourage you to reach out and together we can address issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, communication, or sports performance challenges.
Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, struggling to fit in, or facing challenges that impact daily life? Whether it’s difficulty building relationships, managing anxiety or depression, or overcoming self-doubt, these struggles can affect confidence and overall well-being. I’m passionate about helping individuals of all ages—children, teens, and adults—navigate life’s challenges and develop resilience. From managing social pressures to addressing personal or performance-related concerns, my goal is to empower you with the tools to thrive.
30+ years of direct clinical experience using Q-EEG guided Neurofeedback and Biofeedback to help children, teens, and adults with goals ranging from optimal performance for sports, the performing arts, and business, to clients who seek help with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, sleep issues, and more.
I am able to put my extensive experience with many different kinds of Neurofeedback and Biofeedback tools as well as my counseling skills to use helping my clients optimize mind/body wellness.
30+ years of direct clinical experience using Q-EEG guided Neurofeedback and Biofeedback to help children, teens, and adults with goals ranging from optimal performance for sports, the performing arts, and business, to clients who seek help with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, sleep issues, and more.
I am able to put my extensive experience with many different kinds of Neurofeedback and Biofeedback tools as well as my counseling skills to use helping my clients optimize mind/body wellness.
Debra Sussman is a child, adolescent and family therapist specializing in Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Sports Performance and Health Related Stress - Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment services in exploring the human condition.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist with advanced education at Harvard Medical School using research-based practices for Professionals, Couples and Adolescents. My practice concentrates on personal development and actively engaging in the therapeutic progress to provide insight and solutions while addressing concerns related to anxiety, adhd, stress in work life balance, infertility, sexual health for couples, women’s health; PCOS, PMDD, Peri-Post menopause integrative mental health. Bridging clinical counseling and experience in corporate executive management. My goal - educate, advocate and engage in modern therapeutic interventions
Debra Sussman is a child, adolescent and family therapist specializing in Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Sports Performance and Health Related Stress - Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment services in exploring the human condition.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist with advanced education at Harvard Medical School using research-based practices for Professionals, Couples and Adolescents. My practice concentrates on personal development and actively engaging in the therapeutic progress to provide insight and solutions while addressing concerns related to anxiety, adhd, stress in work life balance, infertility, sexual health for couples, women’s health; PCOS, PMDD, Peri-Post menopause integrative mental health. Bridging clinical counseling and experience in corporate executive management. My goal - educate, advocate and engage in modern therapeutic interventions
I work with clients on relationship issues, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and sports performance.
Whether life has you down and out or you are looking for someone to help you achieve your goals, I offer a rare combination of career and lived experiences with a down-to-earth style to help you improve and excel. These challenges may have started years ago or they may be more recent struggles either way I provide effective therapy to individuals, couples and families in managing anxiety and overwhelming emotions caused by divorce, work-life balance, school, parenting struggles, navigating difficult relationships, single parenting, or simply managing your own expectations.
I work with clients on relationship issues, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and sports performance.
Whether life has you down and out or you are looking for someone to help you achieve your goals, I offer a rare combination of career and lived experiences with a down-to-earth style to help you improve and excel. These challenges may have started years ago or they may be more recent struggles either way I provide effective therapy to individuals, couples and families in managing anxiety and overwhelming emotions caused by divorce, work-life balance, school, parenting struggles, navigating difficult relationships, single parenting, or simply managing your own expectations.
I enjoy performance coaching for social and performance anxiety, workplace relationships and management, professional advanced test preparation, and professional athletic performance using the sports psychology methods and the EMDR Performance Protocol.
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about the next steps in your life or career? Does fear of risk or performance paralysis hold you back? Do you struggle with confidence or find yourself avoiding social situations? Having personally experienced profound life changes—like my emergency relocation to St. Louis after Hurricane Katrina navigating the challenges in a new city and saying good-bye to family and 40-year relationships. I relate to the sense of urgency, financial stability, and need for connection. The cumulative grief and trauma from life events highlight the importance of specialized care in the healing process.
I enjoy performance coaching for social and performance anxiety, workplace relationships and management, professional advanced test preparation, and professional athletic performance using the sports psychology methods and the EMDR Performance Protocol.
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about the next steps in your life or career? Does fear of risk or performance paralysis hold you back? Do you struggle with confidence or find yourself avoiding social situations? Having personally experienced profound life changes—like my emergency relocation to St. Louis after Hurricane Katrina navigating the challenges in a new city and saying good-bye to family and 40-year relationships. I relate to the sense of urgency, financial stability, and need for connection. The cumulative grief and trauma from life events highlight the importance of specialized care in the healing process.
I am successful at helping people through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, sports performance, addictions (substances, gambling, pornography), challenges in leadership, performance and overall wellness.
I work with men to find their purpose and perform and their optimal level. Through my model, the Spire of Performance, I help to people to define the areas of their life they want to see maximum potential and then we develop a plan in 6 different domains. I believe that physical health is closely tied to mental health and incorporate wellness interventions into every treatment plan. I offer yearly mental health check-ups and free phone or video consultation.
I am successful at helping people through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, sports performance, addictions (substances, gambling, pornography), challenges in leadership, performance and overall wellness.
I work with men to find their purpose and perform and their optimal level. Through my model, the Spire of Performance, I help to people to define the areas of their life they want to see maximum potential and then we develop a plan in 6 different domains. I believe that physical health is closely tied to mental health and incorporate wellness interventions into every treatment plan. I offer yearly mental health check-ups and free phone or video consultation.
It could be to stop smoking or another 'bad' habit, a weight issue, under-performance in sports or school, stress or frustration at work or at home, relationship challenges from the past or in the present, or simply stop doing what isn't working and start doing what is, making it easy and automatic within the mind.
Hypnosis is a natural and safe therapeutic approach. People go in and out of hypnosis daily, without even knowing it - watching a movie, finishing a project, 'zoning' out... Using this brief technique, combined with my counseling background from Australia and Asia, I support clients as quickly and effectively as possible.
It could be to stop smoking or another 'bad' habit, a weight issue, under-performance in sports or school, stress or frustration at work or at home, relationship challenges from the past or in the present, or simply stop doing what isn't working and start doing what is, making it easy and automatic within the mind.
Hypnosis is a natural and safe therapeutic approach. People go in and out of hypnosis daily, without even knowing it - watching a movie, finishing a project, 'zoning' out... Using this brief technique, combined with my counseling background from Australia and Asia, I support clients as quickly and effectively as possible.
The three main issues I can help you with are sports performance, long term sobriety, and relationships ( ie why are my friendships and romantic relationships not successfull?) My approach to tackling these issues is collaborative.
I’m glad you’re here. I see teen and adult individuals with varying life struggles including anxiety, depression, affair recovery, addiction, low self esteem, etc. I assist those who are ready to tackle the underlying issues keeping them stuck, and identify and resolve unhealthy patterns in their relationships with self and others. I am Gottman level 1 certified and see couples ready to learn how to become a better team through improved communication.
The three main issues I can help you with are sports performance, long term sobriety, and relationships ( ie why are my friendships and romantic relationships not successfull?) My approach to tackling these issues is collaborative.
I’m glad you’re here. I see teen and adult individuals with varying life struggles including anxiety, depression, affair recovery, addiction, low self esteem, etc. I assist those who are ready to tackle the underlying issues keeping them stuck, and identify and resolve unhealthy patterns in their relationships with self and others. I am Gottman level 1 certified and see couples ready to learn how to become a better team through improved communication.
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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.