Sports Performance Therapists in Duval County, FL
Adam Norman Tharkur
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MCAP, CHT, QS(FL)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
I am a certified sports counselor.
I believe that everyone deserves an environment where they feel comfortable enough to discuss their beliefs and feelings without judgment. I apply several theoretical orientations such as, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory in my practice to best meet my clients' individual needs. I work on building a strong therapeutic relationship using empathy and non-judgmental, goal-oriented approaches which assist client's treatment outcome.
I am a certified sports counselor.
I believe that everyone deserves an environment where they feel comfortable enough to discuss their beliefs and feelings without judgment. I apply several theoretical orientations such as, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory in my practice to best meet my clients' individual needs. I work on building a strong therapeutic relationship using empathy and non-judgmental, goal-oriented approaches which assist client's treatment outcome.
I am also certified in brainspotting which helps athletes overcome Repetitive Sports Performance Problems otherwise known as the YIPS.
I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing sports and counseling therapy in Tallahassee, Jacksonville and throughout the state of Florida. I teach athletes at all competitive levels the secrets of the mental advantage. The programs are designed to help athletes to achieve their personal bests in both sports and life. I also work with trauma through brainspotting. Mandarin Cove sports and counseling recognizes that success comes from understanding and mastering our thoughts, emotions, energy and focus. At Mandarin Cove Sports and counseling, programs are customized helping clients to reach their peak performances.
I am also certified in brainspotting which helps athletes overcome Repetitive Sports Performance Problems otherwise known as the YIPS.
I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing sports and counseling therapy in Tallahassee, Jacksonville and throughout the state of Florida. I teach athletes at all competitive levels the secrets of the mental advantage. The programs are designed to help athletes to achieve their personal bests in both sports and life. I also work with trauma through brainspotting. Mandarin Cove sports and counseling recognizes that success comes from understanding and mastering our thoughts, emotions, energy and focus. At Mandarin Cove Sports and counseling, programs are customized helping clients to reach their peak performances.
Joanna Hedin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LICSW-S
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32099 (Online Only)
Life can get tricky and overwhelming, but I specialize in relationships (interracial and non-normative), trauma, and sports mental health.
Feeling like life is a wild, untamed beast you can't keep up with? Struggling with love and dating, or balancing all the different aspects of your life? Whether it's work stress or peak performance you're striving for, I'm here to help you harness your inner strength and resilience to tackle whatever life throws your way. I provide a safe space to explore the tough stuff - from past trauma to relationships and identity - and help you find your footing in the midst of it all. Because therapy isn't just about talking - it's about finding the right match between clinician and client.
Life can get tricky and overwhelming, but I specialize in relationships (interracial and non-normative), trauma, and sports mental health.
Feeling like life is a wild, untamed beast you can't keep up with? Struggling with love and dating, or balancing all the different aspects of your life? Whether it's work stress or peak performance you're striving for, I'm here to help you harness your inner strength and resilience to tackle whatever life throws your way. I provide a safe space to explore the tough stuff - from past trauma to relationships and identity - and help you find your footing in the midst of it all. Because therapy isn't just about talking - it's about finding the right match between clinician and client.
Alison Leapley-Williams
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
As a mental performance coach and mental health therapist, I am dedicated to both student-athlete and adults facing life pressures. Student-athletes often juggle academics and sports, struggling with performance anxiety, burnout, injury and the pressure of high expectations. I provide support to develop coping strategies and enhance both mental health and athletic performance. Adults deal with stress from work, family, and major life transitions. I can help you manage anxiety, improve resilience, and gain clarity on your goals. If you're ready for self-reflection and personal growth in a supportive, non-judgmental space let connect.
As a mental performance coach and mental health therapist, I am dedicated to both student-athlete and adults facing life pressures. Student-athletes often juggle academics and sports, struggling with performance anxiety, burnout, injury and the pressure of high expectations. I provide support to develop coping strategies and enhance both mental health and athletic performance. Adults deal with stress from work, family, and major life transitions. I can help you manage anxiety, improve resilience, and gain clarity on your goals. If you're ready for self-reflection and personal growth in a supportive, non-judgmental space let connect.
If you plan to play College Sports, get in this camp.
Hey I’m Coach Jay, I work with Athletes exclusively. All Sports. As a Trusted Coach, my counseling Builds Confidence, Consistency & Mental Toughness. A better Mindset improves Game Day Performance. When an Athlete competes better, their college recruiting opportunities go up. Transfer portal has made Sports more Competitive & changed College Recruiting for high school athletes. I have great resources to help you gain confidence and get back in the game. Sports counseling 6 days a week gives my High School & College athletes an edge on sports performance & sports psychology. Check out 15 sec video below. Let’s have fun again!
If you plan to play College Sports, get in this camp.
Hey I’m Coach Jay, I work with Athletes exclusively. All Sports. As a Trusted Coach, my counseling Builds Confidence, Consistency & Mental Toughness. A better Mindset improves Game Day Performance. When an Athlete competes better, their college recruiting opportunities go up. Transfer portal has made Sports more Competitive & changed College Recruiting for high school athletes. I have great resources to help you gain confidence and get back in the game. Sports counseling 6 days a week gives my High School & College athletes an edge on sports performance & sports psychology. Check out 15 sec video below. Let’s have fun again!
I can also help alleviate issues with academic or sports performance, professional or personal burnout, and self-esteem.
My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, symptoms, and behaviors through the process of hypnosis. It is a safe, evidence-based practice that utilizes natural states of mind to powerfully address issues. Hypnosis is not a cure for mental health or medical conditions. Rather, it can help with fears, phobias, and anxiety as much as it can help with confidence and self-esteem so you can get on with being even more magnificent than you already are. Sessions are typically 2 hours and are available at 2 convenient locations or virtually. Please consult your insurance provider for coverage or reimbursement.
I can also help alleviate issues with academic or sports performance, professional or personal burnout, and self-esteem.
My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, symptoms, and behaviors through the process of hypnosis. It is a safe, evidence-based practice that utilizes natural states of mind to powerfully address issues. Hypnosis is not a cure for mental health or medical conditions. Rather, it can help with fears, phobias, and anxiety as much as it can help with confidence and self-esteem so you can get on with being even more magnificent than you already are. Sessions are typically 2 hours and are available at 2 convenient locations or virtually. Please consult your insurance provider for coverage or reimbursement.
As a former athlete, I have personally experienced the transformative benefits of sports, which have significantly shaped me into the professional I am today.
Are you a current or former athlete seeking mental health support? I’m Sydney Wetterström, with 8 years of experience specializing in sports therapy. I am committed to helping athletes address the unique psychological challenges associated with their careers. With a tailored approach that integrates evidence-based techniques and a deep understanding of the athletic mindset, I aim to build your mental resilience, manage stress, and help you find balance in both your professional and personal life. Ready to enhance your mental well-being and thrive beyond the game? Contact me today for a consultation.
As a former athlete, I have personally experienced the transformative benefits of sports, which have significantly shaped me into the professional I am today.
Are you a current or former athlete seeking mental health support? I’m Sydney Wetterström, with 8 years of experience specializing in sports therapy. I am committed to helping athletes address the unique psychological challenges associated with their careers. With a tailored approach that integrates evidence-based techniques and a deep understanding of the athletic mindset, I aim to build your mental resilience, manage stress, and help you find balance in both your professional and personal life. Ready to enhance your mental well-being and thrive beyond the game? Contact me today for a consultation.
At TheraFit we help our clients learn to Live Well. Live Free. Live MentalFit. Through our services and programs, you will experience the GAINS (Growth mindset, Accept your authentic self, Invest time in you, Never give up, Success awaits) you have been searching for to live a life you deserve. TheraFit offers Individual, Couples and Marriage Counseling, Performance Coaching, an Intensive MentalFit Program, and Leadership Trainings and Seminars to businesses. Contact us today to learn more and start the next chapter of your journey today!
At TheraFit we help our clients learn to Live Well. Live Free. Live MentalFit. Through our services and programs, you will experience the GAINS (Growth mindset, Accept your authentic self, Invest time in you, Never give up, Success awaits) you have been searching for to live a life you deserve. TheraFit offers Individual, Couples and Marriage Counseling, Performance Coaching, an Intensive MentalFit Program, and Leadership Trainings and Seminars to businesses. Contact us today to learn more and start the next chapter of your journey today!
Life is dynamic. Your and your family's health needs tend to involve several aspects of life simultaneously. As such, your care requires skill in a wide range of life issues affording services in a comfortable, supportive, client-centered atmosphere to resolve any growth and health concern. Often the dynamics of life involve stress, anxiety, fear, anger, loss/grief, accomplishment, failure, and faith to name a few. Acacia Counseling clientele desire highly personalized care in proven, time-tested interventions to realize their health and growth goals.
Life is dynamic. Your and your family's health needs tend to involve several aspects of life simultaneously. As such, your care requires skill in a wide range of life issues affording services in a comfortable, supportive, client-centered atmosphere to resolve any growth and health concern. Often the dynamics of life involve stress, anxiety, fear, anger, loss/grief, accomplishment, failure, and faith to name a few. Acacia Counseling clientele desire highly personalized care in proven, time-tested interventions to realize their health and growth goals.
Tired of constantly thinking about food and your weight? Or feel like your relationship with food is hurting your sport performance? You are not alone and it is not your fault. I am here to help you develop more adaptive coping skills to achieve a sustainable recovery from your eating disorder and get you back to living your best life. Additionally, as a sport psychologist and former athlete, I understand the unique challenges and pressures athletes face especially as it relates to body image, nutrition, and the "mental game" of sport.
Tired of constantly thinking about food and your weight? Or feel like your relationship with food is hurting your sport performance? You are not alone and it is not your fault. I am here to help you develop more adaptive coping skills to achieve a sustainable recovery from your eating disorder and get you back to living your best life. Additionally, as a sport psychologist and former athlete, I understand the unique challenges and pressures athletes face especially as it relates to body image, nutrition, and the "mental game" of sport.
Skye Downey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32246 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I specialize in working with student-athletes and their mental health challenges. Some examples include performance anxiety, depression, relationships with teammates or coaches, transitions into athletics/transitions out of athletics, identity, injury management and coping skills, and balance between athletics and personal life. I also work with anyone who is seeking support related to a life transition, adjustment period, or needing confidence building at the high school or college level.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I specialize in working with student-athletes and their mental health challenges. Some examples include performance anxiety, depression, relationships with teammates or coaches, transitions into athletics/transitions out of athletics, identity, injury management and coping skills, and balance between athletics and personal life. I also work with anyone who is seeking support related to a life transition, adjustment period, or needing confidence building at the high school or college level.
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I have been in Private Practice for over 30 years serving Teens, Adults and Families. My years of experience helping 1000's of clients and my laid back personality, makes it easy for my clients to share openly and gain my trust easily. I take a non judging approach to my work and I get a good understanding of what's really going on through my clients world view. I believe how we think leads to how we feel. I also believe asking the right questions helps one to see things more clearly and get on the right path to success. Clients don't want chit chat, they want someone with experience that stays on topic and gets results.
Bridget Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32202
I'm passionate about treating kids, teens, and young adults with a specific specialty in behavioral issues, anxiety & OCD. After working in schools for two years, I am intimately familiar with helping children and families manage academic stressors and navigate the school setting with minimal interference from psychological distress.
I'm passionate about treating kids, teens, and young adults with a specific specialty in behavioral issues, anxiety & OCD. After working in schools for two years, I am intimately familiar with helping children and families manage academic stressors and navigate the school setting with minimal interference from psychological distress.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and you may want to make changes but not know how. You may even have tried different things but nothing has worked consistently or enabled you to live the life you envision for yourself.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and you may want to make changes but not know how. You may even have tried different things but nothing has worked consistently or enabled you to live the life you envision for yourself.
Michael Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (Online Only)
You've noticed something feels off and you’re not sleeping regularly, it’s harder to focus, your brain keeps firing away at times when you just want to relax. Your stress is out of control and everywhere you turn there's a trigger to more stress. You find yourself coping with life by smoking or display other unwanted behaviors and now you have a habit you want to stop. Emotions have gotten the best of you, your motivation is down, your appetite has changed you even stay inside more and away from people. Your performance on and off the field or at the job is weak and you need help getting in the zone. I'm here to help.
You've noticed something feels off and you’re not sleeping regularly, it’s harder to focus, your brain keeps firing away at times when you just want to relax. Your stress is out of control and everywhere you turn there's a trigger to more stress. You find yourself coping with life by smoking or display other unwanted behaviors and now you have a habit you want to stop. Emotions have gotten the best of you, your motivation is down, your appetite has changed you even stay inside more and away from people. Your performance on and off the field or at the job is weak and you need help getting in the zone. I'm here to help.
I'm a compassionate and experienced mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With a warm and friendly approach, I empower clients to take control of their mental well-being and foster meaningful growth. As a professional counselor, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including student athletes, couples, and professionals. I'm passionate about providing practical tools and strategies to enhance communication, coping skills, and overall mental health.
I'm a compassionate and experienced mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With a warm and friendly approach, I empower clients to take control of their mental well-being and foster meaningful growth. As a professional counselor, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including student athletes, couples, and professionals. I'm passionate about providing practical tools and strategies to enhance communication, coping skills, and overall mental health.
Life is full of moments where opportunity meets change. My desire is to better help you in embracing these opportunities for growth through proper support, encouragement, and skill building to help you achieve a happier, more balanced life. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Therapy By Design Professional Counseling Services. In counseling I work primarily with young adults and older, providing therapy for individuals, couples and families; utilizing many therapeutic approaches carefully designed to meet each individuals needs. My greatest joy is helping others move towards unlocking their greatest potential of self.
Life is full of moments where opportunity meets change. My desire is to better help you in embracing these opportunities for growth through proper support, encouragement, and skill building to help you achieve a happier, more balanced life. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Therapy By Design Professional Counseling Services. In counseling I work primarily with young adults and older, providing therapy for individuals, couples and families; utilizing many therapeutic approaches carefully designed to meet each individuals needs. My greatest joy is helping others move towards unlocking their greatest potential of self.
I am honored to know every individual I have met in the 22 years I have been practicing. Joining my clients while they process their experiences has taught me to listen deeply and with compassion. My skills are only part of the journey. Helping clients find their own healing is more fulfilling than simply providing instruction or answers. I work collaboratively to find each person's strengths and help them to find peace and self-acceptance.
I am honored to know every individual I have met in the 22 years I have been practicing. Joining my clients while they process their experiences has taught me to listen deeply and with compassion. My skills are only part of the journey. Helping clients find their own healing is more fulfilling than simply providing instruction or answers. I work collaboratively to find each person's strengths and help them to find peace and self-acceptance.
Susan Proudfoot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (Online Only)
Ever feel like your brain won't turn off or that you are constantly worrying about one thing or another? Feel like you are always anxious or have some trauma in your past? Do you wish you could wake up and be excited about your day and it's possibilities As someone who's been there, I am here to support you on your journey to a calmer and happier life. Together, we'll create a safe and understanding space where your unique experiences are valued, and our sessions are customized to fit your needs. Let's work together to help you find relief, strength, and joy in your daily life.
Ever feel like your brain won't turn off or that you are constantly worrying about one thing or another? Feel like you are always anxious or have some trauma in your past? Do you wish you could wake up and be excited about your day and it's possibilities As someone who's been there, I am here to support you on your journey to a calmer and happier life. Together, we'll create a safe and understanding space where your unique experiences are valued, and our sessions are customized to fit your needs. Let's work together to help you find relief, strength, and joy in your daily life.
Therapy offers you a safe space to connect with your authentic self and embrace a meaningful life. As you develop greater insight into your life and learn new tools a strong relationship with yourself is built. Oftentimes as we get to know past ways we have survived and navigated challenges our truest and most authentic self is more accessible and clear. This allows you to navigate life's challenges with more ease and feel more fulfilled. As you honor and trust yourself a sense of peace arises and acts a catalyst for change. I offer EMDR therapy and Telehealth sessions.
Therapy offers you a safe space to connect with your authentic self and embrace a meaningful life. As you develop greater insight into your life and learn new tools a strong relationship with yourself is built. Oftentimes as we get to know past ways we have survived and navigated challenges our truest and most authentic self is more accessible and clear. This allows you to navigate life's challenges with more ease and feel more fulfilled. As you honor and trust yourself a sense of peace arises and acts a catalyst for change. I offer EMDR therapy and Telehealth sessions.
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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.