Sports Performance Therapists in Madison, CT

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Brittany Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
As a former college field hockey player, Brittany offers a deep understanding of the athlete’s role as well as the inner workings of the larger sports community.
Brittany is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working in the field for over a decade. Her work spans across the lifespan from adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
As a former college field hockey player, Brittany offers a deep understanding of the athlete’s role as well as the inner workings of the larger sports community.
Brittany is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working in the field for over a decade. Her work spans across the lifespan from adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(475) 252-7728 View (475) 252-7728
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Leesa Sklover
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MA-MT, C-IAYT, CRC
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
I listen with caring and compassion. Lifetime experience with counseling and integrative therapies, 27 years. Gain a sense of meaning as I witness your life and needs, making you feel understood. Specializing in Family and Couple enhancement. Pregnancy, Prenatal-Postpartum support. Parent, Child, Adult Therapy, Entertainment/ Sports industry- Mental Performance, Creative Guidance. Speaker-Therapist-Canyon Ranch Spa (12 yrs), Hospitals, Crisis Work-First Responders. People seeking counseling are often in transitional life stages. Turn doubt and anxiety around. It's a pleasure looking at life and relationships, with the right person.
I listen with caring and compassion. Lifetime experience with counseling and integrative therapies, 27 years. Gain a sense of meaning as I witness your life and needs, making you feel understood. Specializing in Family and Couple enhancement. Pregnancy, Prenatal-Postpartum support. Parent, Child, Adult Therapy, Entertainment/ Sports industry- Mental Performance, Creative Guidance. Speaker-Therapist-Canyon Ranch Spa (12 yrs), Hospitals, Crisis Work-First Responders. People seeking counseling are often in transitional life stages. Turn doubt and anxiety around. It's a pleasure looking at life and relationships, with the right person.
(203) 872-9525 View (203) 872-9525
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Rachel Bloom
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
I am still accepting new individuals, couples, & families. I am a member of PsyPact, which allows me to do telehealth in most states (great for college students, people who travel for work, etc). I have an interest in helping young adults and adults through difficult life transitions and working through the constantly changing ways that we identify and see ourselves as it relates to parenthood, relationships, health, and work, among other things. I also specialize in working with college students and athletes. I help people figure out who they want to be, which might be different from who others think they "should" be.
I am still accepting new individuals, couples, & families. I am a member of PsyPact, which allows me to do telehealth in most states (great for college students, people who travel for work, etc). I have an interest in helping young adults and adults through difficult life transitions and working through the constantly changing ways that we identify and see ourselves as it relates to parenthood, relationships, health, and work, among other things. I also specialize in working with college students and athletes. I help people figure out who they want to be, which might be different from who others think they "should" be.
(203) 457-3348 View (203) 457-3348
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Shannon Wynne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
(475) 242-0946 View (475) 242-0946
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Kim Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
I am a clinical social worker in private practice since 1996. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing emotional distress. My specialties include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, job/school stress, life transition, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients to enact change by developing insight and clarity as to the origins and contributors to their distress. I work with clients to identify fears, guilt, destructive patterns, and family influences that are affecting their ability to live a healthy, satisfying life. My style is highly interactive, supportive, caring, and direct.
I am a clinical social worker in private practice since 1996. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing emotional distress. My specialties include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, job/school stress, life transition, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients to enact change by developing insight and clarity as to the origins and contributors to their distress. I work with clients to identify fears, guilt, destructive patterns, and family influences that are affecting their ability to live a healthy, satisfying life. My style is highly interactive, supportive, caring, and direct.
(860) 431-2549 View (860) 431-2549
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Kerry Graham Shay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Kerry is a licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has facilitated groups, workshops and training on parenting topics, personal development and teenage issues. Blending her extensive clinical training with modern, holistic wellness practices, Kerry offers an approach that connects the mind and body while remaining rooted in day-to-day practicality. Kerry's comprehensive clinical background has included many modalities of treatment and comes from a foundation of examining how mental and physical health integrate.
Kerry is a licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has facilitated groups, workshops and training on parenting topics, personal development and teenage issues. Blending her extensive clinical training with modern, holistic wellness practices, Kerry offers an approach that connects the mind and body while remaining rooted in day-to-day practicality. Kerry's comprehensive clinical background has included many modalities of treatment and comes from a foundation of examining how mental and physical health integrate.
(203) 427-0221 View (203) 427-0221
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Beth Breck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Are you looking for an experienced therapist? I work with a range of issues. Behavioral problems, work/ family balance, grief, marital/ relationship issues, family therapy, parent-child, infidelity, sexual issues, alcohol/ drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety/ panic, emotional/ mental disorders, financial difficulties, life transitions, loss, PTSD, anger management and issues within judicial systems. Acknowledge the problem...Experience the solution. I love my work and problem solving with clients. My work strives to achieve a healthy lifestyle for my clients. I help clients achieve their behavioral goals within the brief compass of six to ten sessions.
Are you looking for an experienced therapist? I work with a range of issues. Behavioral problems, work/ family balance, grief, marital/ relationship issues, family therapy, parent-child, infidelity, sexual issues, alcohol/ drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety/ panic, emotional/ mental disorders, financial difficulties, life transitions, loss, PTSD, anger management and issues within judicial systems. Acknowledge the problem...Experience the solution. I love my work and problem solving with clients. My work strives to achieve a healthy lifestyle for my clients. I help clients achieve their behavioral goals within the brief compass of six to ten sessions.
(475) 224-4670 View (475) 224-4670
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Sarah Trepp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
Accepting new clients virtually and in person. I specialize in treating young adult women with anxiety and self esteem challenges. I also work with teens and adults managing anxiety, depression, major life changes, grief & loss, and school/work related stress. I offer a safe and supportive space for clients, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Accepting new clients virtually and in person. I specialize in treating young adult women with anxiety and self esteem challenges. I also work with teens and adults managing anxiety, depression, major life changes, grief & loss, and school/work related stress. I offer a safe and supportive space for clients, please don't hesitate to reach out.
(860) 590-9357 View (860) 590-9357
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Christine Dauser
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Good therapy happens when you and your therapist work collaboratively to achieve your goals, you feel truly heard and understood and your therapist has the knowledge and experience to help you identify the obstacles to achieving your goals. I am passionate about the work I do with children, adolescents and adults and feel fortunate to enjoy going in each day. I've been told by many, I have a warm, caring style and frequently use humor in sessions. I help people understand the connection between their thoughts feelings and behaviors and ways in which they can make changes to find relief from the stressors they experience.
Good therapy happens when you and your therapist work collaboratively to achieve your goals, you feel truly heard and understood and your therapist has the knowledge and experience to help you identify the obstacles to achieving your goals. I am passionate about the work I do with children, adolescents and adults and feel fortunate to enjoy going in each day. I've been told by many, I have a warm, caring style and frequently use humor in sessions. I help people understand the connection between their thoughts feelings and behaviors and ways in which they can make changes to find relief from the stressors they experience.
(203) 930-1761 View (203) 930-1761
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Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
We are multi-disciplinary practice focused on helping individuals create meaningful lives. We use a compassionate, evidence-based approach for a range of psychological challenges across the life-span, including anxiety, depression, OCD and relational issues. We believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can help individuals, couples, and familiies overcome the obstacles to living their lives to their full potential. Our work focuses on helping people understand themselves, relate better to others, while they learn new skills to cope with emotion, and think and behave more effectively.
We are multi-disciplinary practice focused on helping individuals create meaningful lives. We use a compassionate, evidence-based approach for a range of psychological challenges across the life-span, including anxiety, depression, OCD and relational issues. We believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can help individuals, couples, and familiies overcome the obstacles to living their lives to their full potential. Our work focuses on helping people understand themselves, relate better to others, while they learn new skills to cope with emotion, and think and behave more effectively.
(475) 264-6094 View (475) 264-6094
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Jaritza Meléndez-Hernández
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LPC, ADS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a caring, bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Psychologist, in Florida and Connecticut, that believes in the importance of self-care. In approaching therapeutic interventions, I consider the establishment of a healthy balance between mental and physical health, to be a primary focus. I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.
Welcome! I am a caring, bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Psychologist, in Florida and Connecticut, that believes in the importance of self-care. In approaching therapeutic interventions, I consider the establishment of a healthy balance between mental and physical health, to be a primary focus. I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.
(941) 491-1157 View (941) 491-1157
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James Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.
In valuing his role as a therapist, James tries to be a guide and advocate, recognizing that clients are experts in their own lives and act as the main drivers of change. He views building on the strengths that the client already brings to the table as an integral part of the process to institute lasting change. James also believes that the strength and quality of the therapist-client relationship is a critical piece of the therapeutic process.
(475) 405-1067 View (475) 405-1067
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Laura Fasciano
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Everyone deserves to live a life filled with pleasure, purpose, & meaning. Sometimes, we struggle with the inevitable difficulties of life & feel anxious, down, or stuck. I enjoy helping clients engage in self-exploration so they can stop struggling and start living the life they want to live. My specialties include mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues, women's health issues, and difficult life transitions. I particularly enjoy working with college students and young adults.
Everyone deserves to live a life filled with pleasure, purpose, & meaning. Sometimes, we struggle with the inevitable difficulties of life & feel anxious, down, or stuck. I enjoy helping clients engage in self-exploration so they can stop struggling and start living the life they want to live. My specialties include mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues, women's health issues, and difficult life transitions. I particularly enjoy working with college students and young adults.
(617) 648-7382 View (617) 648-7382
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Pamela Lape
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LP, NCPysA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Pamela is a calming, beneficial presence on life's journey. With empathy and compassion, she gently helps you make permanent changes leading to a happier, more fulfilling life. Pamela has been a practicing psychodynamic psychotherapist for 33 years. Her work focuses on addressing the problems at hand and then collaborating with you to find and understand the underlying belief systems that are causing disharmony and unhappiness with yourself and others. Pamela works with you to develop a more satisfying, life-enhancing belief system, helping you to flourish to your potential.
Pamela is a calming, beneficial presence on life's journey. With empathy and compassion, she gently helps you make permanent changes leading to a happier, more fulfilling life. Pamela has been a practicing psychodynamic psychotherapist for 33 years. Her work focuses on addressing the problems at hand and then collaborating with you to find and understand the underlying belief systems that are causing disharmony and unhappiness with yourself and others. Pamela works with you to develop a more satisfying, life-enhancing belief system, helping you to flourish to your potential.
(860) 865-1974 View (860) 865-1974
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Andrew S. Pollak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
30 years in practice, and working intimately with thousands of individuals, families and groups, has been my greatest teacher. It has taught me the single most important ingredient that determines ones likelyhood of successfully achieving their desires and actualizing their highest potential. The ingredient COURAGE allows for fear AND steps forward in spite of it. Call now if are a sincerely determined individual and want to feel relief and have a greater sense of control and mastery over the direction of your life, despite feeling stuck,anxious,depressed, suffering with traumatic memory.If you bring the courage anything is possible
30 years in practice, and working intimately with thousands of individuals, families and groups, has been my greatest teacher. It has taught me the single most important ingredient that determines ones likelyhood of successfully achieving their desires and actualizing their highest potential. The ingredient COURAGE allows for fear AND steps forward in spite of it. Call now if are a sincerely determined individual and want to feel relief and have a greater sense of control and mastery over the direction of your life, despite feeling stuck,anxious,depressed, suffering with traumatic memory.If you bring the courage anything is possible
(203) 697-8418 View (203) 697-8418
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Rachel Litwin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for helping people build meaningful lives. I use evidence-based treatment for a range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and general distress. I believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can overcome the obstacles that are creating difficulties achieving your goals and connecting to your values. The majority of my work focuses on helping people learn new ways of relating to and coping with emotions and understanding the connection between their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for helping people build meaningful lives. I use evidence-based treatment for a range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and general distress. I believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can overcome the obstacles that are creating difficulties achieving your goals and connecting to your values. The majority of my work focuses on helping people learn new ways of relating to and coping with emotions and understanding the connection between their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
(860) 846-4638 View (860) 846-4638

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Pathways Center For Learning & Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and Confidentiality form the foundation of this partnership.
At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and Confidentiality form the foundation of this partnership.
(860) 967-0406 x201 View (860) 967-0406 x201
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Carlos E Riollano Bayouth
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437  (Online Only)
Feeling emotionally exhausted? Tried talking to friends and family and still feel unable to be understood? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Sometimes people just need an outlet to vent out things. Necesitas hablar con alguien que hable tu idioma y entienda tu cultura? I provide individual interventions integrating various approaches such as: Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Interpersonal brief interventions, Guided Imagery, and problem solving strategies among others.
Feeling emotionally exhausted? Tried talking to friends and family and still feel unable to be understood? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Sometimes people just need an outlet to vent out things. Necesitas hablar con alguien que hable tu idioma y entienda tu cultura? I provide individual interventions integrating various approaches such as: Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Interpersonal brief interventions, Guided Imagery, and problem solving strategies among others.
(860) 615-7712 View (860) 615-7712
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Center for NeuroPotential
Psychologist, PsyD, BCN, QEEG-DL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Guilford, CT 06437
Are you looking for effective, safe, and medication-free options for ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or concussion? The Center for NeuroPotential offers neurofeedback, counseling, and brief ADHD screenings to help you reach your full potential. Neurofeedback is brain wave training which teaches your brain to work in a more optimal state. Not all neurofeedback is equal and our founders are Board Certified in Neurofeedback. We offer free phone consultations to determine if our services are a good fit for your needs.
Are you looking for effective, safe, and medication-free options for ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or concussion? The Center for NeuroPotential offers neurofeedback, counseling, and brief ADHD screenings to help you reach your full potential. Neurofeedback is brain wave training which teaches your brain to work in a more optimal state. Not all neurofeedback is equal and our founders are Board Certified in Neurofeedback. We offer free phone consultations to determine if our services are a good fit for your needs.
(203) 651-7135 View (203) 651-7135
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Dana Gionta
Psychologist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Perhaps you feel overwhelmed and depleted from being pulled in many directions. You want to say no but find yourself saying yes instead, fearing that family and friends will get angry or be disappointed if you say no. You worry it may jeopardize your relationships if you do. Each time you think about setting a boundary, you feel anxious, or guilty, and sometimes even selfish for considering it. You want to live your own life. However, prioritizing yourself and honoring your own needs seems almost impossible. At times, you feel stuck, unable to know what you want, or focus on your life goals and dreams because you have little energy
Perhaps you feel overwhelmed and depleted from being pulled in many directions. You want to say no but find yourself saying yes instead, fearing that family and friends will get angry or be disappointed if you say no. You worry it may jeopardize your relationships if you do. Each time you think about setting a boundary, you feel anxious, or guilty, and sometimes even selfish for considering it. You want to live your own life. However, prioritizing yourself and honoring your own needs seems almost impossible. At times, you feel stuck, unable to know what you want, or focus on your life goals and dreams because you have little energy
(401) 375-9901 View (401) 375-9901
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.