Sports Performance Therapists in Covington, LA
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One of my old football coaches used to repeatedly ask me "What happens when you get knocked down?" the answer was always "Get Back Up." My name is Stephen Maffei and I operate RISE Counseling. RISE stands for: Refocus. Identify. Strengthen. Excel. If you or someone you know is looking to improve your performance at work, athletics, in the classroom or you simply want to better yourself, RISE may be for you. I know how it feels to get knocked down and want to stay down. Life can be difficult and throw curve balls at us and I want you to know you that it is OK to be you and that you can get back up.
One of my old football coaches used to repeatedly ask me "What happens when you get knocked down?" the answer was always "Get Back Up." My name is Stephen Maffei and I operate RISE Counseling. RISE stands for: Refocus. Identify. Strengthen. Excel. If you or someone you know is looking to improve your performance at work, athletics, in the classroom or you simply want to better yourself, RISE may be for you. I know how it feels to get knocked down and want to stay down. Life can be difficult and throw curve balls at us and I want you to know you that it is OK to be you and that you can get back up.
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Freedom Within, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
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Dr. Pete Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CLC
Verified Verified
Covington, LA 70433
Dr. Pete Cooper holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Studies and is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Louisiana and a Certified Life Coach. He has been practicing in the mental health profession for over 25 years and primarily works with individuals struggling with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship and marital issues and those in the midst of life transitions. Dr. Cooper takes an eclectic approach in helping others by effectively tailoring what each individual's struggles are, in tandem with what their personality type is and what goals they want to achieve.
Dr. Pete Cooper holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Studies and is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Louisiana and a Certified Life Coach. He has been practicing in the mental health profession for over 25 years and primarily works with individuals struggling with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship and marital issues and those in the midst of life transitions. Dr. Cooper takes an eclectic approach in helping others by effectively tailoring what each individual's struggles are, in tandem with what their personality type is and what goals they want to achieve.
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Craig A Pierce Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
I want to help you figure out now that PEACE HAPPENS INSIDE OUT. Lets make RIGHT NOW the best it can be, regarding our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. We have the power within to stand up and push through the most adverse situations but occasionally lose our balance and fall down. My goal is to help you figure out how to get back up and continue the journey of life by learning from the past, and planning and preparing for the future, but really living in the present, as the gift that it is.
I want to help you figure out now that PEACE HAPPENS INSIDE OUT. Lets make RIGHT NOW the best it can be, regarding our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. We have the power within to stand up and push through the most adverse situations but occasionally lose our balance and fall down. My goal is to help you figure out how to get back up and continue the journey of life by learning from the past, and planning and preparing for the future, but really living in the present, as the gift that it is.
![Photo of Desislava Atlazova Knight, MEd, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46b3486c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Desislava Atlazova Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
The innovations of our modern world bring new forms of stress while intensifying those which already exist. Hours of the day are spent in grueling stop and go traffic, and to advance one's education or career often requires uprooting from what is known and setting up in a completely new place. People are working more hours than ever before, while cost of living, overpopulation, and globalization heighten the stress of just trying to get by. With change comes the pain of adapting to the way the world is now, often so different from just a few short years ago.
The innovations of our modern world bring new forms of stress while intensifying those which already exist. Hours of the day are spent in grueling stop and go traffic, and to advance one's education or career often requires uprooting from what is known and setting up in a completely new place. People are working more hours than ever before, while cost of living, overpopulation, and globalization heighten the stress of just trying to get by. With change comes the pain of adapting to the way the world is now, often so different from just a few short years ago.
![Photo of Almie Cooper, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ab65031-ef6a-416d-bbeb-4a8cd41a2a96/3/320x400.jpeg)
Almie Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
I help people ready to reclaim space for self-care and wellness. Let me assist you in managing life transitions, setting boundaries, and overcoming burnout. I have extensive experience collaborating with clients to help them build the life they desire. Through the therapeutic relationship, I integrate my expertise with client's needs to promote holistic well-being. My work is guided by three core tenets. Teach, Train, Transform. I value helping my clients know more and do more in order to transform their lives.
I help people ready to reclaim space for self-care and wellness. Let me assist you in managing life transitions, setting boundaries, and overcoming burnout. I have extensive experience collaborating with clients to help them build the life they desire. Through the therapeutic relationship, I integrate my expertise with client's needs to promote holistic well-being. My work is guided by three core tenets. Teach, Train, Transform. I value helping my clients know more and do more in order to transform their lives.
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Taylor Mayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433 (Online Only)
I use an integrated approach to provide individual counseling and play therapy services to adults and children. I am interested in aiding clients who deal with difficulties surrounding divorce, daily stressors, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I intend to focus on working with children and families attempting to readjust to the rules and roles of the new family structure that can surface. I will provide a safe environment where clients can work collaboratively with me to identify concerns and process them. I will help clients use this new awareness to determine effective coping and communication skills.
I use an integrated approach to provide individual counseling and play therapy services to adults and children. I am interested in aiding clients who deal with difficulties surrounding divorce, daily stressors, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I intend to focus on working with children and families attempting to readjust to the rules and roles of the new family structure that can surface. I will provide a safe environment where clients can work collaboratively with me to identify concerns and process them. I will help clients use this new awareness to determine effective coping and communication skills.
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Heather Kay Eby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Covington, LA 70433 (Online Only)
Perfectionist. People Pleaser. Avoids confrontation. Acts out of guilt. Worries about everything and nothing. Feels rejected, minimized, isolated. Overanalyzes everything. Do any of these sound familiar? If so, I can help. Owning your voice and becoming an equal partner in your relationships is an area I am passionate about. You will feel empowered to set healthy boundaries, to actively identify and express your own wants, needs, and preferences and to start living your life in accordance with your values. Move on those thoughts of wanting more for your life, of wondering what else is out there and what you might be missing.
Perfectionist. People Pleaser. Avoids confrontation. Acts out of guilt. Worries about everything and nothing. Feels rejected, minimized, isolated. Overanalyzes everything. Do any of these sound familiar? If so, I can help. Owning your voice and becoming an equal partner in your relationships is an area I am passionate about. You will feel empowered to set healthy boundaries, to actively identify and express your own wants, needs, and preferences and to start living your life in accordance with your values. Move on those thoughts of wanting more for your life, of wondering what else is out there and what you might be missing.
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Cliff Ragan Hall II
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mandeville, LA 70471
Whether you're grappling with grief, wrestling with anxiety and depression, navigating relationship issues, or simply seeking guidance and support, I am here to help. I specialize in supporting individuals through life transitions, loss, and grief, providing a compassionate space for you to honor your emotions and find freedom. I am passionate about supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges.
Whether you're grappling with grief, wrestling with anxiety and depression, navigating relationship issues, or simply seeking guidance and support, I am here to help. I specialize in supporting individuals through life transitions, loss, and grief, providing a compassionate space for you to honor your emotions and find freedom. I am passionate about supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges.
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Paragon Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mandeville, LA 70471
We offer counseling, meditation, and fitness training. But above all else, our work is about power. Consider the problems in your life. With improved discipline, optimal health and fitness, wealth generated through an enjoyable profession or business far above your financial obligations, clear communication and negotiation skills, and a working knowledge of your emotional mechanisms, of strategy and tactics, and of logic and rational inquiry, how would your life change? What would happen to your energy level and mood? what goals would you meet? Who else could you help?
We offer counseling, meditation, and fitness training. But above all else, our work is about power. Consider the problems in your life. With improved discipline, optimal health and fitness, wealth generated through an enjoyable profession or business far above your financial obligations, clear communication and negotiation skills, and a working knowledge of your emotional mechanisms, of strategy and tactics, and of logic and rational inquiry, how would your life change? What would happen to your energy level and mood? what goals would you meet? Who else could you help?
![Photo of Mallory McCann, MS, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35dc05f8-3a19-42ca-98b9-1eb5748dcae5/3/320x400.png)
Mallory McCann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mandeville, LA 70448
Mental health conditions are some of the most commonly occurring health-related conditions in the US, as 1 in 4 people have (or meet criteria for) a psychiatric diagnosis. Even people without diagnosable conditions experience immense benefits from therapy. Many people use therapy to process significant life events, navigate transitions, and foster overall psychological health and wellness. Whether you need tools, skills, feedback, education, support, processing space, or all of the above, you're in the right place.
Mental health conditions are some of the most commonly occurring health-related conditions in the US, as 1 in 4 people have (or meet criteria for) a psychiatric diagnosis. Even people without diagnosable conditions experience immense benefits from therapy. Many people use therapy to process significant life events, navigate transitions, and foster overall psychological health and wellness. Whether you need tools, skills, feedback, education, support, processing space, or all of the above, you're in the right place.
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I offer short-term, solution-focused therapy. My clients are successful people whom I respect and admire. Like in other areas of their lives when an issue occurs, they want answers and a course of action. Providing for others, they have often put aside their own needs. Their work and personal relationships are intertwined. Talking about how to move forward can be a timeout when one can determine the next steps. Hearing yourself talk aloud about what has been on your mind and heart may give clarity in differentiating between want and need. I encourage clients to gift themselves with time aside.
I offer short-term, solution-focused therapy. My clients are successful people whom I respect and admire. Like in other areas of their lives when an issue occurs, they want answers and a course of action. Providing for others, they have often put aside their own needs. Their work and personal relationships are intertwined. Talking about how to move forward can be a timeout when one can determine the next steps. Hearing yourself talk aloud about what has been on your mind and heart may give clarity in differentiating between want and need. I encourage clients to gift themselves with time aside.
Online Therapists
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Moriah Hurst
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, NCC, PLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pearl River, LA 70452 (Online Only)
My sports background has given me a strong desire to work with athletes.
Counseling can appear frightening due to cultural taboos. However, when you seek counseling with me, you can be confident that I will provide a secure, nonjudgmental environment in which to share and work through your deepest ideas and emotions. As a counselor, my role is to encourage, empower, and equip you with skills that will help you overcome life's challenges.
My sports background has given me a strong desire to work with athletes.
Counseling can appear frightening due to cultural taboos. However, when you seek counseling with me, you can be confident that I will provide a secure, nonjudgmental environment in which to share and work through your deepest ideas and emotions. As a counselor, my role is to encourage, empower, and equip you with skills that will help you overcome life's challenges.
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Maria Hundley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, stress, trauma, sports performance, social conflict and adjustment disorders.
I understand it can feel like there is no perfect time to enter therapy. Prioritizing our mental health and wellbeing can be challenging. I applaud you for reaching out. It is a privilege to hear my client’s stories and be a part of their healing journey. With a client-centered approach, I aim to provide a safe and transformative therapeutic space to work through life’s issues and promote self-growth and healing. I specialize working with kids, teens and young adults. I am passionate about creating an environment in which you feel heard, understood and empowered to make changes that impact your future self.
I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, stress, trauma, sports performance, social conflict and adjustment disorders.
I understand it can feel like there is no perfect time to enter therapy. Prioritizing our mental health and wellbeing can be challenging. I applaud you for reaching out. It is a privilege to hear my client’s stories and be a part of their healing journey. With a client-centered approach, I aim to provide a safe and transformative therapeutic space to work through life’s issues and promote self-growth and healing. I specialize working with kids, teens and young adults. I am passionate about creating an environment in which you feel heard, understood and empowered to make changes that impact your future self.
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Bracely Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70131 (Online Only)
Bracely is committed to helping you navigate through the challenges of life. She specializes in helping her clients overcome difficult issues, so that they can live purposeful and joy-filled lives. She has experience working with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and adults dealing with emotional, spiritual, behavioral, and relationship concerns. Bracely offers individual, couple and family services. She works with a variety of presenting issues, including child behavior, grief, trauma, anxiety management, stress management, self-esteem, LGBTQ, marital conflict, occupational concerns and athletic/sports counseling.
Bracely is committed to helping you navigate through the challenges of life. She specializes in helping her clients overcome difficult issues, so that they can live purposeful and joy-filled lives. She has experience working with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and adults dealing with emotional, spiritual, behavioral, and relationship concerns. Bracely offers individual, couple and family services. She works with a variety of presenting issues, including child behavior, grief, trauma, anxiety management, stress management, self-esteem, LGBTQ, marital conflict, occupational concerns and athletic/sports counseling.
Tony Melito
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC , C-MGCP
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002
I am the President of WINNING ACTIONS, a mental training system for applying sports psychology and sports hypnosis.
I have a successful practice in working with couples, individuals, and families. The nature of your problem(s) will determine the approaches and techniques I use for treatment. Additionally, as a Certified Mental Game Coaching Professional, I work with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes in a wide variety of sports.
I am the President of WINNING ACTIONS, a mental training system for applying sports psychology and sports hypnosis.
I have a successful practice in working with couples, individuals, and families. The nature of your problem(s) will determine the approaches and techniques I use for treatment. Additionally, as a Certified Mental Game Coaching Professional, I work with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes in a wide variety of sports.
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Vanessa Batiste-Leal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC, LRC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
Sports counseling for mental health peak performance. I specialize in counseling athletes at all levels - student-athletes, amateur/professional athletes, as well as former athletes, in balancing mind, body, and sport for optimal mental health and well-being. As well as anyone who is seeking to improve performance in their fields, such as business executives, medical professionals, actors, dancers, and more. I provide individual counseling that focuses on establishing goals and developing a plan to build sustainable practices for achieving peak performance in sports and in life.
Sports counseling for mental health peak performance. I specialize in counseling athletes at all levels - student-athletes, amateur/professional athletes, as well as former athletes, in balancing mind, body, and sport for optimal mental health and well-being. As well as anyone who is seeking to improve performance in their fields, such as business executives, medical professionals, actors, dancers, and more. I provide individual counseling that focuses on establishing goals and developing a plan to build sustainable practices for achieving peak performance in sports and in life.
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Forevercare Resource Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Kenner, LA 70062
Hello! My name is Deishonda Greenwood I am also the owner and Master Therapist at Forever Care Resource Center. Over the last year, we have grown from one therapist to multiple therapists which allows us to service more in our community. At Forever Care our approach is to seek solutions from a holistic and psychoanalytic approach. We serve persons with a variety of needs including medication management. We are staffed with therapists who specialize in depression, school social work, sports performance, anxiety, and much more.
Hello! My name is Deishonda Greenwood I am also the owner and Master Therapist at Forever Care Resource Center. Over the last year, we have grown from one therapist to multiple therapists which allows us to service more in our community. At Forever Care our approach is to seek solutions from a holistic and psychoanalytic approach. We serve persons with a variety of needs including medication management. We are staffed with therapists who specialize in depression, school social work, sports performance, anxiety, and much more.
![Photo of Lauren Berget, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b53633a4-ee88-41e7-8f41-8dd23a06c9e3/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a former Professional School Counselor, I specialize in talk therapy for adolescents (typically ages eleven to twenty), particularly high school athletes and students experiencing feelings of depression and anxiety. My goal is to help students understand their own emotional patterns and support them in making healthier choices. I especially enjoy working with students faced with anxiety, balancing sports/school/life, and setting goals for themselves. With the right tools, I can help with you move towards a better outlook on any issues that life brings your way.
As a former Professional School Counselor, I specialize in talk therapy for adolescents (typically ages eleven to twenty), particularly high school athletes and students experiencing feelings of depression and anxiety. My goal is to help students understand their own emotional patterns and support them in making healthier choices. I especially enjoy working with students faced with anxiety, balancing sports/school/life, and setting goals for themselves. With the right tools, I can help with you move towards a better outlook on any issues that life brings your way.
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70113
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
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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.