Sports Performance Therapists in Goodyear, AZ
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Pressure to perform at high levels in your sport, career, and relationships can be very challenging to handle. As a sports psychology professional, I am committed to equipping you with effective tools and skills to deal with pressure and high expectations in a way that allows you to perform at optimal levels and actually enjoy the process. This is done by teaching you cutting edge mental skills and helping you clarify your core values and purpose in life.
Pressure to perform at high levels in your sport, career, and relationships can be very challenging to handle. As a sports psychology professional, I am committed to equipping you with effective tools and skills to deal with pressure and high expectations in a way that allows you to perform at optimal levels and actually enjoy the process. This is done by teaching you cutting edge mental skills and helping you clarify your core values and purpose in life.
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Dr. Angela Terri Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goodyear, AZ 85395
Griffin specializes in sports performance anxiety, cognitive & dialectical behavioral therapy, psychological skills, and EMDR.
4th Quarter Performance Consultants specializes in mental skills training and mental health counseling to athletes & non athletes by providing sport psychology and mental health services to Olympic, professional, collegiate, high school and youth/novice athletes. The goal is to help improve performance both on and off the field, mental health, and overall well-being. As a former collegiate & professional athlete, Dr. Griffin has specialized training and understands what it takes to maximize performance by offering in-person or virtual individual & team sessions, as well as workshops for parents, coaches, and sports organizations.
Griffin specializes in sports performance anxiety, cognitive & dialectical behavioral therapy, psychological skills, and EMDR.
4th Quarter Performance Consultants specializes in mental skills training and mental health counseling to athletes & non athletes by providing sport psychology and mental health services to Olympic, professional, collegiate, high school and youth/novice athletes. The goal is to help improve performance both on and off the field, mental health, and overall well-being. As a former collegiate & professional athlete, Dr. Griffin has specialized training and understands what it takes to maximize performance by offering in-person or virtual individual & team sessions, as well as workshops for parents, coaches, and sports organizations.
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Seaun D. Edmonds Sr. - Success Performance Consulting
MS, MPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85338
Seaun (Success Performance Consulting, LLC) works with performers that range from athletes, executive management leaders, military personnel, musicians, dancers, etc. Seaun also specializes in working with people who may struggle with mental health barriers that prohibits them from reaching their optimal peak performance level. These mental health barriers may consist of lack of focus, lack of attention, lack of motivation or needing their motivation influenced, anxiety, depression, past injuries, and negative self-talk. Coping skills will be taught and applied by performers who deal with stress/pressure during events and games.
Seaun (Success Performance Consulting, LLC) works with performers that range from athletes, executive management leaders, military personnel, musicians, dancers, etc. Seaun also specializes in working with people who may struggle with mental health barriers that prohibits them from reaching their optimal peak performance level. These mental health barriers may consist of lack of focus, lack of attention, lack of motivation or needing their motivation influenced, anxiety, depression, past injuries, and negative self-talk. Coping skills will be taught and applied by performers who deal with stress/pressure during events and games.
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Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
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Franza Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85395
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
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Hey! I practice a person-centered approach. I offer a safe place for you to process your feelings and come up with your own solutions with a little guidance. Though I enjoy helping people of all ethnicities and from all different religious + cultural backgrounds. My focus is on children, tweens, teens and young adults who reside in "Non Traditional" homes. I am culturally & religious aware, LGBTQ+ and justice impacted sensitive with a strong understanding of what it takes to serve those who may feel that others have given upon them. In addition to those who reside in a single parent home, divorced, separated or blended family homes.
Hey! I practice a person-centered approach. I offer a safe place for you to process your feelings and come up with your own solutions with a little guidance. Though I enjoy helping people of all ethnicities and from all different religious + cultural backgrounds. My focus is on children, tweens, teens and young adults who reside in "Non Traditional" homes. I am culturally & religious aware, LGBTQ+ and justice impacted sensitive with a strong understanding of what it takes to serve those who may feel that others have given upon them. In addition to those who reside in a single parent home, divorced, separated or blended family homes.
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![Photo of Kaitlyn Johnson, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45c409d3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
As a counselor at Lifeline Professional Counseling, my goal is to equip you to reach yours. I provide a variety of services for all ages, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I specialize in relationship issues and emotional disturbance. I am trained in various techniques that help with the resolution of family conflicts, couples concerns, relationship issues and personality corrections. I help clients through issues of domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and trauma.
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Stephanie Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85043
We all struggle at one time or another with grief, excessive stress, anxiety, depression and even addiction. It's my privilege to walk alongside my clients through their healing process. Counseling should be a place we feel safe and not judged. My specialties include: anxiety disorders, trauma, and addiction but work with a range of issues in adolescents and adults. I am trained in EMDR therapy and attachment theory and have a passion for helping people find their inner strengths in order to live a happier and healthier life. I aim to empower my clients to learn to care for themselves and heal their nervous system.
We all struggle at one time or another with grief, excessive stress, anxiety, depression and even addiction. It's my privilege to walk alongside my clients through their healing process. Counseling should be a place we feel safe and not judged. My specialties include: anxiety disorders, trauma, and addiction but work with a range of issues in adolescents and adults. I am trained in EMDR therapy and attachment theory and have a passion for helping people find their inner strengths in order to live a happier and healthier life. I aim to empower my clients to learn to care for themselves and heal their nervous system.
![Photo of Dr. Sabit Bojaj, DBH, MA, LPC, EMDR Co, CISM, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8f3e868e-1e9e-46b2-994c-c713786200b1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Sabit Bojaj
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, MA, LPC, EMDR Co, CISM
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Ages 14 and up. BCBS, Cigna, Optum, & Self-Pay. Do you have trauma, thoughts, feelings, or individuals you want to be in peace with? Reach out. Dr. Sabit is compassionate, professional, empathetic, and non-judgmental. We will work together to give you a fresh start in life. Dr. Sabit's training is specifically focused in human development, personality theories, complex trauma, psychosexual development, generational trauma, depression, repression, social and emotional struggles, and behavioral and emotional impact of medical illnesses. Dr. Sabit is an EMDR therapist (7+ years) & an EMDR Consultant.
Ages 14 and up. BCBS, Cigna, Optum, & Self-Pay. Do you have trauma, thoughts, feelings, or individuals you want to be in peace with? Reach out. Dr. Sabit is compassionate, professional, empathetic, and non-judgmental. We will work together to give you a fresh start in life. Dr. Sabit's training is specifically focused in human development, personality theories, complex trauma, psychosexual development, generational trauma, depression, repression, social and emotional struggles, and behavioral and emotional impact of medical illnesses. Dr. Sabit is an EMDR therapist (7+ years) & an EMDR Consultant.
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Better Starts Now, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC
Verified Verified
Tolleson, AZ 85353
We are currently living in a world where there is a lot of things that are happening in which we do not have control over. These circumstances can impact us directly or indirectly causing unnecessary trauma. When mental illness go unchecked it can cause underlying issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, and/or addiction.
We are currently living in a world where there is a lot of things that are happening in which we do not have control over. These circumstances can impact us directly or indirectly causing unnecessary trauma. When mental illness go unchecked it can cause underlying issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, and/or addiction.
![Photo of Valerie Dawson, LCSW, CHT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e4cc8a01-d7e6-482d-a0f0-d375a6a8e56e/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life is very challenging! As you navigate this stressful world you may sometimes feel that your moods and behaviors are out of your control. While we were taught many subjects in school, we never had a class to learn effective strategies on how to manage our thoughts, feelings and actions. You're finding that your efforts to feel better on your own haven't been working for you. Some of the things that you’ve tried may have even made everything worse. Perhaps you feel bad that you can’t seem to get unstuck on your own. However, it’s not your fault, because you were never taught the skills you really needed!
Life is very challenging! As you navigate this stressful world you may sometimes feel that your moods and behaviors are out of your control. While we were taught many subjects in school, we never had a class to learn effective strategies on how to manage our thoughts, feelings and actions. You're finding that your efforts to feel better on your own haven't been working for you. Some of the things that you’ve tried may have even made everything worse. Perhaps you feel bad that you can’t seem to get unstuck on your own. However, it’s not your fault, because you were never taught the skills you really needed!
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Dillon Rylatt
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LISAC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85305 (Online Only)
I enjoy connecting with people respectfully, authentically and honestly. Regardless of what caused you to seek out counseling, I look forward to listening to you. I have worked with hundreds of clients, from the simplest of life’s hang-ups to the darkest addiction and have seen miracles over and over in people’s lives; including myself. I earned my MS in Addiction Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I work with adults working through addiction and co-occurring mental health issues.
I enjoy connecting with people respectfully, authentically and honestly. Regardless of what caused you to seek out counseling, I look forward to listening to you. I have worked with hundreds of clients, from the simplest of life’s hang-ups to the darkest addiction and have seen miracles over and over in people’s lives; including myself. I earned my MS in Addiction Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I work with adults working through addiction and co-occurring mental health issues.
![Photo of Deana Bledsoe Emdr, MS, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2352f121-0a55-4fa8-b94d-3ce22c999c9d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Have you ever felt stuck in certain areas of your life and can tell it needs attention or relief? Sometimes, that mere curiosity is all we need to take steps toward a life filled with contentment, satisfaction, and emotional tolerance. I specialize working with adults who have experienced trauma in the past that is causing issues in relationships, work, performance, or overall important areas of life. Past trauma has a way of taking up space in our mind or body, and if left unresolved, will show up as anxiety, depression, withdrawal, and dissatisfaction. I am EMDR trained and use this as my main therapeutic modality.
Have you ever felt stuck in certain areas of your life and can tell it needs attention or relief? Sometimes, that mere curiosity is all we need to take steps toward a life filled with contentment, satisfaction, and emotional tolerance. I specialize working with adults who have experienced trauma in the past that is causing issues in relationships, work, performance, or overall important areas of life. Past trauma has a way of taking up space in our mind or body, and if left unresolved, will show up as anxiety, depression, withdrawal, and dissatisfaction. I am EMDR trained and use this as my main therapeutic modality.
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Amanda B McCarron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have experience working with many areas, including anxiety, depression, any of life's necessary adjustments, marriage and family concerns, and more. I appreciate when a client is willing to consider new ideas, to practice what we've worked on together, and to implement those new ideas into practice in day to day life. My ideal client is a collaborative individual, excited for new perspective and willing to meet those challenges head on. Tell me what you think! We are partners through this process together.
I have experience working with many areas, including anxiety, depression, any of life's necessary adjustments, marriage and family concerns, and more. I appreciate when a client is willing to consider new ideas, to practice what we've worked on together, and to implement those new ideas into practice in day to day life. My ideal client is a collaborative individual, excited for new perspective and willing to meet those challenges head on. Tell me what you think! We are partners through this process together.
![Photo of Todd Basta, MBA, LPC, BC-TMH, EMDR, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52f87cff-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Todd Basta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, LPC, BC-TMH, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85037
Not accepting new clients
Hello and welcome. I am an experienced psychotherapist; serving diverse populations. My theoretical orientation (approach) is based on Carl Rogers "Person Centered". My education and training in ‘community health’ has enabled me the opportunity to serve high-need populations with a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, Bipolar, (OCD), and neurodiverse populations. I use a direct and clinical approach with my clients; identifying and addressing key client issues, quickly, in an ethical and confidential manner.
Hello and welcome. I am an experienced psychotherapist; serving diverse populations. My theoretical orientation (approach) is based on Carl Rogers "Person Centered". My education and training in ‘community health’ has enabled me the opportunity to serve high-need populations with a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, Bipolar, (OCD), and neurodiverse populations. I use a direct and clinical approach with my clients; identifying and addressing key client issues, quickly, in an ethical and confidential manner.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Istvan Dioszegi, LPC Intern](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/80c11ae3-8e70-4a95-b516-38612bfbd398/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a former professional athlete, and officer in the Romanian Intelligence Service, I focused on sports psychology and overcoming trauma, self-doubt, and performance anxiety.
Painful experiences often lead us to put up defenses to prevent from falling into overwhelming emotions. These defenses might be perfectionism, escapism, anger towards those close to us, or entering into unhealthy relationships. However doing so disconnects us from ourselves and from the people around us often resulting in experiences of loneliness, shame, anxiety, and depression.
As a former professional athlete, and officer in the Romanian Intelligence Service, I focused on sports psychology and overcoming trauma, self-doubt, and performance anxiety.
Painful experiences often lead us to put up defenses to prevent from falling into overwhelming emotions. These defenses might be perfectionism, escapism, anger towards those close to us, or entering into unhealthy relationships. However doing so disconnects us from ourselves and from the people around us often resulting in experiences of loneliness, shame, anxiety, and depression.
![Photo of Joseph E Woodruff - Healing and Strengthening Families and Individuals, PhD, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9bdbee38-cf24-48d0-8ea5-1d75e2e25141/2/320x400.jpeg)
Healing and Strengthening Families and Individuals
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85029
I want to make sure that the client and I are a fit when it comes to rapport. That looks like feeling comfortable sharing content that might cause uncomfortableness due to fearing judgment. If established in the first meeting, I feel confident in working with those with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, family conflicts, grief, and performance issues in school, sports, or career (to name a few). I believe the treatment models that I use can build their resilience to deal with past, current, and future challenges.
I want to make sure that the client and I are a fit when it comes to rapport. That looks like feeling comfortable sharing content that might cause uncomfortableness due to fearing judgment. If established in the first meeting, I feel confident in working with those with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, family conflicts, grief, and performance issues in school, sports, or career (to name a few). I believe the treatment models that I use can build their resilience to deal with past, current, and future challenges.
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Kevin is a life-long sports and fitness enthusiast with a master’s degree in Counseling.
Are you ready for a unique opportunity to make lasting change in your life? Did you know that studies show mental health is tied directly to your physical health? At Dynamis, that concept is at the center of our approach. Therefore, we look at all aspects of your health and explore avenues for improvement in each. Regardless of where you’re at, we use your strengths as a guide to meet challenges that have held you back.
Kevin is a life-long sports and fitness enthusiast with a master’s degree in Counseling.
Are you ready for a unique opportunity to make lasting change in your life? Did you know that studies show mental health is tied directly to your physical health? At Dynamis, that concept is at the center of our approach. Therefore, we look at all aspects of your health and explore avenues for improvement in each. Regardless of where you’re at, we use your strengths as a guide to meet challenges that have held you back.
![Photo of Jaylen Moore, BA, MAC, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7be548c4-310e-4e1b-9140-83ecb6a0ae63/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, life transitions, family, relationship issues and sports performance therapy.
Life is filled with a plethora of emotions and experiences. These emotions can be tough to navigate on your own sometimes. Admitting this does not make you weak, it makes you human. I am here to be a guide for you on your journey toward better mental health. I offer individual, couples, family, and neurofeedback therapy to help you reach your goals. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, navigating a major life transition, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to support you every step of the way.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, life transitions, family, relationship issues and sports performance therapy.
Life is filled with a plethora of emotions and experiences. These emotions can be tough to navigate on your own sometimes. Admitting this does not make you weak, it makes you human. I am here to be a guide for you on your journey toward better mental health. I offer individual, couples, family, and neurofeedback therapy to help you reach your goals. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, navigating a major life transition, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to support you every step of the way.
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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.