Sports Performance Therapists in Wallingford, CT

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Guiding Path Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Mark McGuire, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. I am a 13-year military veteran with years of experience and training in the mental health field. I am dedicated to providing a comforting, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and I believe in the power of collaboration and trust in the therapeutic process. I am committed to walking alongside you on your path toward personal growth.
Hello, I'm Mark McGuire, a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. I am a 13-year military veteran with years of experience and training in the mental health field. I am dedicated to providing a comforting, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and I believe in the power of collaboration and trust in the therapeutic process. I am committed to walking alongside you on your path toward personal growth.
(475) 303-6698 View (475) 303-6698
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Sarah Eisinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492  (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Catholic/Christian Marriage and Family Therapist. I got my Masters Degree at Southern Connecticut and have worked in private practice in Connecticut and Colorado. I believe our struggles are at times rooted in our wounds and the lies and beliefs we have taken on throughout our lives. Healing is the process of unburdening those lies and embracing wholeness. I have worked with individuals and couples who are searching for a healthier way to communicate and relate to each other and the world. The Lord desires our healing and I am here to assist in that journey.
Hello, I am a Catholic/Christian Marriage and Family Therapist. I got my Masters Degree at Southern Connecticut and have worked in private practice in Connecticut and Colorado. I believe our struggles are at times rooted in our wounds and the lies and beliefs we have taken on throughout our lives. Healing is the process of unburdening those lies and embracing wholeness. I have worked with individuals and couples who are searching for a healthier way to communicate and relate to each other and the world. The Lord desires our healing and I am here to assist in that journey.
(855) 724-2209 View (855) 724-2209
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Graziella Molluzzo-Loesche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492  (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS for TELEHEALTH. I'm a LCSW and owner of Rising Up Counseling, LLC in Wallingford. Therapy can be a difficult first step but I strive to make sessions a safe and secure experience so that true healing can happen. I have over 19 years of experience in the healthcare field working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience is in helping people of ALL ages who struggle with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal relationships, bullying, postpartum, life transitions or other life stressors. I'm skilled in CBT, DBT, anger management as well as life coaching strategies and concepts of positive psychology.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS for TELEHEALTH. I'm a LCSW and owner of Rising Up Counseling, LLC in Wallingford. Therapy can be a difficult first step but I strive to make sessions a safe and secure experience so that true healing can happen. I have over 19 years of experience in the healthcare field working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience is in helping people of ALL ages who struggle with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal relationships, bullying, postpartum, life transitions or other life stressors. I'm skilled in CBT, DBT, anger management as well as life coaching strategies and concepts of positive psychology.
(203) 793-6548 View (203) 793-6548
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Kelli Bastiaanse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Accepting new clients. Appointments available Tuesdays at 10 and Thursdays at 12 in Wallingford and Mondays at 2 in Bristol. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.
Accepting new clients. Appointments available Tuesdays at 10 and Thursdays at 12 in Wallingford and Mondays at 2 in Bristol. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.
(860) 968-0133 View (860) 968-0133
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Matthew J Bastiaanse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Openings Bristol M 11amTh 5pm/Wallingford 11am. Hello, my name is Matt and I have significant experience working with adults who are struggling with finding balance in their lives due to stress, addiction, and emotional health (Chronic Trauma, Anxiety, Depression). I have training in multiple therapeutic models and will work with you on a plan that meets your needs, identifies your strengths, and works on improving areas you struggle in. If your looking for personal growth, better ways of coping with stress, or just want to sit and talk with somebody who isn't your coworker or family member, I am here.
Openings Bristol M 11amTh 5pm/Wallingford 11am. Hello, my name is Matt and I have significant experience working with adults who are struggling with finding balance in their lives due to stress, addiction, and emotional health (Chronic Trauma, Anxiety, Depression). I have training in multiple therapeutic models and will work with you on a plan that meets your needs, identifies your strengths, and works on improving areas you struggle in. If your looking for personal growth, better ways of coping with stress, or just want to sit and talk with somebody who isn't your coworker or family member, I am here.
(860) 724-4077 View (860) 724-4077
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Kacy Lansing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
I have limited daytime openings and no evening openings (10/4/24) - Every person has the capability to change their life for the better and I am honored to assist in this process. I also firmly believe laughter is excellent medicine for the mind and soul. When appropriate, I incorporate humor into my therapeutic style. After all, just because we are doing difficult work, does not mean we can't smile or laugh along the way. I operate from a philosophy which emphasizes an individual's exploration into identifying faulty assumptions or unhealthy thought patterns which may impact their daily activities and interactions with others.
I have limited daytime openings and no evening openings (10/4/24) - Every person has the capability to change their life for the better and I am honored to assist in this process. I also firmly believe laughter is excellent medicine for the mind and soul. When appropriate, I incorporate humor into my therapeutic style. After all, just because we are doing difficult work, does not mean we can't smile or laugh along the way. I operate from a philosophy which emphasizes an individual's exploration into identifying faulty assumptions or unhealthy thought patterns which may impact their daily activities and interactions with others.
(203) 428-4110 View (203) 428-4110
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Michael Reiss
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Wine Trail Behavioral Health, LLC is a private practice devoted to the notion that the provision of competent services is based on an appreciation of interpersonal (i.e., relational) as well as intrapersonal factors in the etiology and maintenance of emotional and behavioral problems. Toward this end, a broader more ecologically oriented framework that targets the multiple contexts in which children and families are embedded, is adopted. Importantly, this approach to treatment is consistent with causal modeling literature in the areas of child and adolescent psychopathology, and has received empirical support in controlled clinical trials.
Wine Trail Behavioral Health, LLC is a private practice devoted to the notion that the provision of competent services is based on an appreciation of interpersonal (i.e., relational) as well as intrapersonal factors in the etiology and maintenance of emotional and behavioral problems. Toward this end, a broader more ecologically oriented framework that targets the multiple contexts in which children and families are embedded, is adopted. Importantly, this approach to treatment is consistent with causal modeling literature in the areas of child and adolescent psychopathology, and has received empirical support in controlled clinical trials.
(203) 402-8944 View (203) 402-8944
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Alicia Albertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Eating disorders and experiencing life stressors are often painful, exhausting, and really difficult to go through. People can get stuck in vicious cycles that are no longer productive but are maintained because it may be the only thing that helps. I can offer support to help break the cycles of eating disorders or life stressors to allow you more freedom and peace in your life. I believe that recovery is possible and everyone is deserving of recovery. With a little support, perspectives can shift, new discoveries can be made, and recovery can be possible. I am here to help support and guide you toward your path of recovery.
Eating disorders and experiencing life stressors are often painful, exhausting, and really difficult to go through. People can get stuck in vicious cycles that are no longer productive but are maintained because it may be the only thing that helps. I can offer support to help break the cycles of eating disorders or life stressors to allow you more freedom and peace in your life. I believe that recovery is possible and everyone is deserving of recovery. With a little support, perspectives can shift, new discoveries can be made, and recovery can be possible. I am here to help support and guide you toward your path of recovery.
(860) 791-3699 View (860) 791-3699
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Bart Wichowski
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Mental health is an incredibly personal issue that touches everyone in different ways. It involves our thoughts, emotions, and overall well-being, and it requires a lot of care and trust to address effectively. Finding the right person to talk to can make a significant difference in your journey toward better mental health. My experience in high-stress environments has given me a unique perspective on how to navigate the complex feelings and thoughts that can arise from anxiety and stress. These feelings are not just limited to work; they can spill over into our school lives and home environments, affecting overall happiness.
Mental health is an incredibly personal issue that touches everyone in different ways. It involves our thoughts, emotions, and overall well-being, and it requires a lot of care and trust to address effectively. Finding the right person to talk to can make a significant difference in your journey toward better mental health. My experience in high-stress environments has given me a unique perspective on how to navigate the complex feelings and thoughts that can arise from anxiety and stress. These feelings are not just limited to work; they can spill over into our school lives and home environments, affecting overall happiness.
(860) 467-0962 View (860) 467-0962

More Therapists Nearby

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Jennie Setaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
North Haven, CT 06473
I have assisted numerous individuals facing challenges in sports performance, trauma, identity development, relationship issues, life transitions, college adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
Thank you for visiting my page! I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) whose therapeutic approach centers on dismantling distorted thought patterns, leading to better decision-making and mental clarity. We will partner to diminish self-doubt, anxiety, and depression, enabling you to break free from perfectionism and fear. In my consultation room, inclusivity is a central value where everyone is welcomed and appreciated in a secure and private setting. I believe change is attainable and I'm committed to empowering you to become the best version of yourself.
I have assisted numerous individuals facing challenges in sports performance, trauma, identity development, relationship issues, life transitions, college adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
Thank you for visiting my page! I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) whose therapeutic approach centers on dismantling distorted thought patterns, leading to better decision-making and mental clarity. We will partner to diminish self-doubt, anxiety, and depression, enabling you to break free from perfectionism and fear. In my consultation room, inclusivity is a central value where everyone is welcomed and appreciated in a secure and private setting. I believe change is attainable and I'm committed to empowering you to become the best version of yourself.
(203) 496-5592 View (203) 496-5592
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Tj Dowling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC, CPT, CNC
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410
TJ has extensive training and experience with treating a wide range of issues including anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, sports performance, self-esteem, low mood or lack of fulfillment, weight management, impulse control, substance use issues and medication or treatment-resistant mood disorders.
TJ is a licensed professional counselor, licensed alcohol and drug counselor, certified school counselor, co-founder of Apple Valley Behavioral Health and founder of Synergy Health & Wellness. On the health and fitness side, TJ is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist, former NCAA athlete and 5x Ironman that competes in multiple racing events each year.  This unique combination of skills and experiences allows him to deliver a highly effective, multidimensional approach comprised of counseling, exercise, nutritional coaching and wellness practices that create a synergistic effect on overall health and happiness.
TJ has extensive training and experience with treating a wide range of issues including anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, sports performance, self-esteem, low mood or lack of fulfillment, weight management, impulse control, substance use issues and medication or treatment-resistant mood disorders.
TJ is a licensed professional counselor, licensed alcohol and drug counselor, certified school counselor, co-founder of Apple Valley Behavioral Health and founder of Synergy Health & Wellness. On the health and fitness side, TJ is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist, former NCAA athlete and 5x Ironman that competes in multiple racing events each year.  This unique combination of skills and experiences allows him to deliver a highly effective, multidimensional approach comprised of counseling, exercise, nutritional coaching and wellness practices that create a synergistic effect on overall health and happiness.
(860) 650-1382 View (860) 650-1382
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Dana Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Prospect, CT 06712
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with teens and adults on concerns related to school, work, parenting, relationships or family, stress management, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or panic disorder. I have a passion for working with high school and collegiate athletes, helping them manage the pressure associated with competitive sports. I believe every person has the power to create the life they want. I will work hard to support you as you navigate the ups and downs of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with teens and adults on concerns related to school, work, parenting, relationships or family, stress management, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, and/or panic disorder. I have a passion for working with high school and collegiate athletes, helping them manage the pressure associated with competitive sports. I believe every person has the power to create the life they want. I will work hard to support you as you navigate the ups and downs of life.
(203) 819-7491 View (203) 819-7491
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Alexandria Blaurock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plantsville, CT 06479
Hello, I'm Alexandria Blaurock, Licensed Professional Counselor. I help individuals deal with the pressures of life, find emotional healing, and learn to become their most authentic and confident selves. I am passionate about helping individuals shed the expectations of who they “should be” and understand the importance of vulnerability and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and sports performance issues.
Hello, I'm Alexandria Blaurock, Licensed Professional Counselor. I help individuals deal with the pressures of life, find emotional healing, and learn to become their most authentic and confident selves. I am passionate about helping individuals shed the expectations of who they “should be” and understand the importance of vulnerability and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and sports performance issues.
(203) 433-6770 View (203) 433-6770
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Joel R. Raffone
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410
My ideal clients would be anyone who may be experiencing trauma, depression, anger, anxiety, and more. I work with individual clients aged 14 to adult. I can help clients achieve goals for themselves and offer a person centered approach as well as other methods. I specialize in Men's issues as well as athletes who are experiencing mental health issues in both life and sport. If you would like to schedule a session, please call (203)884-0535 and leave a message for an intake specialist to get back to you.
My ideal clients would be anyone who may be experiencing trauma, depression, anger, anxiety, and more. I work with individual clients aged 14 to adult. I can help clients achieve goals for themselves and offer a person centered approach as well as other methods. I specialize in Men's issues as well as athletes who are experiencing mental health issues in both life and sport. If you would like to schedule a session, please call (203)884-0535 and leave a message for an intake specialist to get back to you.
(475) 323-6808 View (475) 323-6808
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Dr. Roger Caramanica
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Hamden, CT 06518
As a practitioner, my ideal client would be someone who is genuinely seeking personal growth and willing to engage actively in the therapeutic process. Seeking to speak to a therapist is an amazing first step in acknowledging your desire for wellness, growth and positive change. I ask that you come to the session with an open mind, with a willingness to explore different perspectives and approaches. That you exhibit commitment to your growth and the goals we set as a team. Finally, complete honesty; time spent avoiding truths is time not spent on healing. I create safe spaces with zero judgement! Let’s be radically transparent.
As a practitioner, my ideal client would be someone who is genuinely seeking personal growth and willing to engage actively in the therapeutic process. Seeking to speak to a therapist is an amazing first step in acknowledging your desire for wellness, growth and positive change. I ask that you come to the session with an open mind, with a willingness to explore different perspectives and approaches. That you exhibit commitment to your growth and the goals we set as a team. Finally, complete honesty; time spent avoiding truths is time not spent on healing. I create safe spaces with zero judgement! Let’s be radically transparent.
(475) 255-2674 View (475) 255-2674
Photo of Zack Etter, LPC, CMPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Zack Etter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlefield, CT 06455
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Mental Performance Coach, and former Division 1 football coach, I am uniquely positioned to help athletes and high performers improve their mental health and develop mental skills necessary to reach their full potential. Clients will learn mental skills such as Confidence, Emotional Regulation, Resilience, managing Performance Anxiety, and more. Clients will partake in an individually designed counseling program to address mental health concerns that are affecting their life and performance.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Mental Performance Coach, and former Division 1 football coach, I am uniquely positioned to help athletes and high performers improve their mental health and develop mental skills necessary to reach their full potential. Clients will learn mental skills such as Confidence, Emotional Regulation, Resilience, managing Performance Anxiety, and more. Clients will partake in an individually designed counseling program to address mental health concerns that are affecting their life and performance.
(203) 442-9545 View (203) 442-9545
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Lynn Paulella-Beard
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As you consider mental health wellness, recovery, or personal change as part of your self-care, finding the right therapist is essential. Therapy may be helpful when considering a change or letting go of patterns that no longer support you. I intend to partner with individuals at any stage of readiness and develop a unique plan of treatment personalized to meet those needs.
As you consider mental health wellness, recovery, or personal change as part of your self-care, finding the right therapist is essential. Therapy may be helpful when considering a change or letting go of patterns that no longer support you. I intend to partner with individuals at any stage of readiness and develop a unique plan of treatment personalized to meet those needs.
(475) 275-6909 View (475) 275-6909
Photo of David Gofman, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
David Gofman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06518
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dual licensed in VA and CT. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, substance use, perfectionism, stress, chronic pain, and relationship issues. I am a certified Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, and offer evidence-based approaches to help you navigate your life circumstances more skillfully, and to be able to live your life on your terms.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dual licensed in VA and CT. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, substance use, perfectionism, stress, chronic pain, and relationship issues. I am a certified Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, and offer evidence-based approaches to help you navigate your life circumstances more skillfully, and to be able to live your life on your terms.
(571) 520-8690 View (571) 520-8690
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Lino A Mani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06514  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), my commitment to you begins with understanding your unique experiences and challenges. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. Your well-being is my priority, and I am dedicated to working collaboratively with you to address your concerns and achieve your goals.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), my commitment to you begins with understanding your unique experiences and challenges. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings. Your well-being is my priority, and I am dedicated to working collaboratively with you to address your concerns and achieve your goals.
(516) 363-2872 View (516) 363-2872
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Rodney Denson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
North Haven, CT 06473
Are you experiencing stress in your life? Do you want to improve your marriage or relationships? Are you going through a major life transition? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and when I work with individuals, they often experience greater peace, energy, joy in life and more harmony in their key relationships. My specialties include strengthening marriages, overcoming stress, depression and anxiety. My therapeutic approach is help you learn strategies to cope with difficult situations and emotions and see an improvement in your quality of life. I will work to explore your motivations for change and your hope for the future.
Are you experiencing stress in your life? Do you want to improve your marriage or relationships? Are you going through a major life transition? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and when I work with individuals, they often experience greater peace, energy, joy in life and more harmony in their key relationships. My specialties include strengthening marriages, overcoming stress, depression and anxiety. My therapeutic approach is help you learn strategies to cope with difficult situations and emotions and see an improvement in your quality of life. I will work to explore your motivations for change and your hope for the future.
(203) 409-8676 View (203) 409-8676

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.