Sports Performance Therapists in Birmingham, MI
Sarahlin Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
Currently accepting new patients for in person and virtual appointments. People are made to strive toward growth. If you are feeling stuck, disconnected, unsettled or blue, you may need a helping hand to get "unstuck" and move toward growth again. I provide a safe and welcoming space to explore this process and grow. I have experience treating clients for trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociative identity disorder, sexual trauma, family difficulties, sports performance, difficulty adjusting to life circumstances, ADHD, difficulty communicating, anger and interpersonal conflict.
Currently accepting new patients for in person and virtual appointments. People are made to strive toward growth. If you are feeling stuck, disconnected, unsettled or blue, you may need a helping hand to get "unstuck" and move toward growth again. I provide a safe and welcoming space to explore this process and grow. I have experience treating clients for trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociative identity disorder, sexual trauma, family difficulties, sports performance, difficulty adjusting to life circumstances, ADHD, difficulty communicating, anger and interpersonal conflict.
James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, M, S, W
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009 (Online Only)
Are you an athlete looking to conquer the mental hurdles holding you back from peak performance or overcome a devastating injury? Are you a young or middle-aged adult struggling with lifting the weight of depression and anxiety? Perhaps you've fallen out of love with the game that used to be your passion. Let me help you get back on your path to success and well-being. I'm James, a dedicated mental health counselor, specializing in the unique intersection of mental health and sports.
Are you an athlete looking to conquer the mental hurdles holding you back from peak performance or overcome a devastating injury? Are you a young or middle-aged adult struggling with lifting the weight of depression and anxiety? Perhaps you've fallen out of love with the game that used to be your passion. Let me help you get back on your path to success and well-being. I'm James, a dedicated mental health counselor, specializing in the unique intersection of mental health and sports.
I am a sport & performance psychology coach that teaches athletes how to become mentally tough. Do you have trouble taking your practice game to the real game? Are you mentally prepared for every play? When things go wrong, do you go with them? Are you focused on things you cannot control? Do you know how to manage your confidence? Successful athletes know that working on the mental game gives them a competitive advantage. Contact me so I can help you win your personal championships.
I am a sport & performance psychology coach that teaches athletes how to become mentally tough. Do you have trouble taking your practice game to the real game? Are you mentally prepared for every play? When things go wrong, do you go with them? Are you focused on things you cannot control? Do you know how to manage your confidence? Successful athletes know that working on the mental game gives them a competitive advantage. Contact me so I can help you win your personal championships.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. You could be struggling with food and body image or maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive and undefeated outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. You could be struggling with food and body image or maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive and undefeated outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track.
My role as a psychologist is to help people solve problems that are interfering with their daily lives. Through counseling, I help you assess your strengths and develop your optimal potential. I help you clarify your current problems and then discover ways to best cope with them. And I assist you in changing self-defeating behaviors and making positive choices. In addition, mindfulness based stress reduction is a great tool for people who are feeling overwhelmed.
My role as a psychologist is to help people solve problems that are interfering with their daily lives. Through counseling, I help you assess your strengths and develop your optimal potential. I help you clarify your current problems and then discover ways to best cope with them. And I assist you in changing self-defeating behaviors and making positive choices. In addition, mindfulness based stress reduction is a great tool for people who are feeling overwhelmed.
Haley Sztykiel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
I am a licensed clinical social worker, providing individual therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I use an empathic, client-centered focus to help each individual work to make positive life changes. My areas of interest include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma related issues, and life transitions. I strive to help each individual client find the power within, in order to become the best version of themselves.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, providing individual therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I use an empathic, client-centered focus to help each individual work to make positive life changes. My areas of interest include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma related issues, and life transitions. I strive to help each individual client find the power within, in order to become the best version of themselves.
Are you unable to achieve the goals and dreams that you desire? Are you suffering from internal upset, fears, flashbacks of a trauma, insecurities, self-doubt, feeling unloved, disheartened or deep sadness? Are your relationships "not working", conflictual, "empty" and non-supportive? Do you think, "Why can't I make the changes that I want in my life and live the life I desire?" If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, contact me now. I know that I can be of service to you in a rewarding, life changing manner. It is time. YOU are worth it!
Are you unable to achieve the goals and dreams that you desire? Are you suffering from internal upset, fears, flashbacks of a trauma, insecurities, self-doubt, feeling unloved, disheartened or deep sadness? Are your relationships "not working", conflictual, "empty" and non-supportive? Do you think, "Why can't I make the changes that I want in my life and live the life I desire?" If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, contact me now. I know that I can be of service to you in a rewarding, life changing manner. It is time. YOU are worth it!
Rochelle Anixt Gold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, MA
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
Shall we talk about the issues you face? You may not be sure how to deal with them on your own. We could talk them through and consider the best solutions that would ease your mind by removing worrisome thoughts. Learning how to resolve some of these issues with people you relate to all the time will increase their understanding of you.
Shall we talk about the issues you face? You may not be sure how to deal with them on your own. We could talk them through and consider the best solutions that would ease your mind by removing worrisome thoughts. Learning how to resolve some of these issues with people you relate to all the time will increase their understanding of you.
I believe therapy is an opportunity for people to engage in a collaborative process that focuses on achieving important goals in one's life; such as self-exploration/knowledge, and an improved ability to manage problems. I utilize a supportive and empathetic approach in my work in order to foster a comfortable environment in which the goals of our work can be achieved. I will assist you in the therapeutic process by offering helpful feedback, insight/observations, and questions which will promote further understanding. I am here to help you live a life that is more pleasurable and fulfilling.
I believe therapy is an opportunity for people to engage in a collaborative process that focuses on achieving important goals in one's life; such as self-exploration/knowledge, and an improved ability to manage problems. I utilize a supportive and empathetic approach in my work in order to foster a comfortable environment in which the goals of our work can be achieved. I will assist you in the therapeutic process by offering helpful feedback, insight/observations, and questions which will promote further understanding. I am here to help you live a life that is more pleasurable and fulfilling.
I provide a warm, accepting and nonjudgmental approach, emphasizing the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). In addition, I have received training and experience with Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I focus on applying mindfulness and related behavioral skills to help clients learn to tolerate distress, manage emotions, and increase their overall coping ability and quality of life.
I provide a warm, accepting and nonjudgmental approach, emphasizing the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). In addition, I have received training and experience with Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I focus on applying mindfulness and related behavioral skills to help clients learn to tolerate distress, manage emotions, and increase their overall coping ability and quality of life.
Offering in person and virtual sessions. As your therapist I am here to help guide the way. My eclectic approach utilizes proven therapeutic techniques to help you better understand you, your situation, your goals, and how to achieve that which you desire. Some situations I often work with include the following: learning how to better communicate with people in your life, transitioning through life's changes, managing stress, challenging anxious and depressive thought patterns, and dealing with the changes that occur after a physical health diagnosis.
Offering in person and virtual sessions. As your therapist I am here to help guide the way. My eclectic approach utilizes proven therapeutic techniques to help you better understand you, your situation, your goals, and how to achieve that which you desire. Some situations I often work with include the following: learning how to better communicate with people in your life, transitioning through life's changes, managing stress, challenging anxious and depressive thought patterns, and dealing with the changes that occur after a physical health diagnosis.
Do you want to feel calmer and happier? Are you looking to improve your ability to cope with whatever comes your way? Whether you want to address a specific issue, or simply enhance your overall sense of wellness, therapy can provide a pathway. By learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, you will be able to make meaningful changes in your own life, as well as in your relationships with others. My goal is to not only provide support, but to help guide you through the therapeutic process in a safe, confidential setting.
Do you want to feel calmer and happier? Are you looking to improve your ability to cope with whatever comes your way? Whether you want to address a specific issue, or simply enhance your overall sense of wellness, therapy can provide a pathway. By learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, you will be able to make meaningful changes in your own life, as well as in your relationships with others. My goal is to not only provide support, but to help guide you through the therapeutic process in a safe, confidential setting.
Laura Fishman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009 (Online Only)
Vulnerability and shame is often at the core of most mental health issues. Without treatment, these core issues can frequently manifest into anxiety, depression, and addictive or self destructive behaviors. When our sense of self is fragile and the story we've created about who we are is distorted, it can become extremely difficult to feel fulfilled, connected, or joyful. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel safe and comfortable so you can explore and evolve into living and being the best version of YourSelf.
Vulnerability and shame is often at the core of most mental health issues. Without treatment, these core issues can frequently manifest into anxiety, depression, and addictive or self destructive behaviors. When our sense of self is fragile and the story we've created about who we are is distorted, it can become extremely difficult to feel fulfilled, connected, or joyful. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel safe and comfortable so you can explore and evolve into living and being the best version of YourSelf.
Mandarin and English. If you are looking for holistic and natural ways of healing, I will be the right person to approach for help. My clients experienced faster and sustained recovery from AD(H)D, PTSD, Addiction, Depression/Anxiety, Chronic Pain Disorder, Brain injuries, to name a few. Besides talk therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostic and treatment methods are used to address the "body" aspect of the mental health problems, while QEEG and EEG technologies ( FDA-approved Brainmaster) provide useful brain montages (the "mind" aspect) in order for me to render more effective & targeted assessment and treatment.
Mandarin and English. If you are looking for holistic and natural ways of healing, I will be the right person to approach for help. My clients experienced faster and sustained recovery from AD(H)D, PTSD, Addiction, Depression/Anxiety, Chronic Pain Disorder, Brain injuries, to name a few. Besides talk therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostic and treatment methods are used to address the "body" aspect of the mental health problems, while QEEG and EEG technologies ( FDA-approved Brainmaster) provide useful brain montages (the "mind" aspect) in order for me to render more effective & targeted assessment and treatment.
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology with over 18 years of experience in the field of Mental Health and is a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. My training in Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Neuro-Emotional Technique and Life Coaching, has further afforded me the opportunity to incorporate therapy on both the conscious and subconscious levels. I have customized an extremely dynamic emotional detox program which has resulted in unprecedented successes for clients, at significantly faster rates than traditional therapy alone and has left clients raving.
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology with over 18 years of experience in the field of Mental Health and is a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. My training in Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Neuro-Emotional Technique and Life Coaching, has further afforded me the opportunity to incorporate therapy on both the conscious and subconscious levels. I have customized an extremely dynamic emotional detox program which has resulted in unprecedented successes for clients, at significantly faster rates than traditional therapy alone and has left clients raving.
Denise Banyai Licensed Psychotherapist + Certified Life Coach
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48012
My mission is that I want you to be excited about your life! Naturally, people seeking therapy and life coaching want a desired result. I am a mash up of Positive & Humanistic Psychology, an experienced clinician with a trauma-informed approach. Grounded in openness, honesty, trust, humor and confidentially. My passion is to empower you to recognize that you can become the hero of your own life. You can learn to live life freely and authentically, to thrive in your relationships with self and others, and to experience true healing and growth. Ultimately, the goal is to uncover your passion and perseverance. Website denisebanyai.com
My mission is that I want you to be excited about your life! Naturally, people seeking therapy and life coaching want a desired result. I am a mash up of Positive & Humanistic Psychology, an experienced clinician with a trauma-informed approach. Grounded in openness, honesty, trust, humor and confidentially. My passion is to empower you to recognize that you can become the hero of your own life. You can learn to live life freely and authentically, to thrive in your relationships with self and others, and to experience true healing and growth. Ultimately, the goal is to uncover your passion and perseverance. Website denisebanyai.com
I believe that therapy can be for everyone. Personal growth is a life long journey and therapy can help people realistically asses themselves and the manner in which they perceive, interact, and act within their world. I am here to help people achieve a change that promotes balance, growth, understanding and to become a “Master of their actions, not a prisoner of their reactions”.
I also believe humor can be used as an integral tool in the therapy experience. It often illuminates the many strange and challenging predicaments that we all face at times.
I believe that therapy can be for everyone. Personal growth is a life long journey and therapy can help people realistically asses themselves and the manner in which they perceive, interact, and act within their world. I am here to help people achieve a change that promotes balance, growth, understanding and to become a “Master of their actions, not a prisoner of their reactions”.
I also believe humor can be used as an integral tool in the therapy experience. It often illuminates the many strange and challenging predicaments that we all face at times.
Passionate about catering the best support to each individual, I am dedicated to staying at the forefront of education and training in this constantly developing field. My career started in Early Childhood Education, where my passion for working with young children and their families directed me to grow expertise into additional areas by pursuing and excelling in the Oakland University Counseling Master's program. As a Counselor for the Oakland County Sheriff's Department, I was an acting subject matter expert for substance abuse, depressive and suicidal ideation, and schizoaffective disorders.
Passionate about catering the best support to each individual, I am dedicated to staying at the forefront of education and training in this constantly developing field. My career started in Early Childhood Education, where my passion for working with young children and their families directed me to grow expertise into additional areas by pursuing and excelling in the Oakland University Counseling Master's program. As a Counselor for the Oakland County Sheriff's Department, I was an acting subject matter expert for substance abuse, depressive and suicidal ideation, and schizoaffective disorders.
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
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.
I specialize in individual and couples therapy working with adolescents and adults. Offering unique and healthy cognitive alternatives. I perform traditional talk therapy, but often supplement that with creative art modalities. I also do mindfulness meditation, imagery and yoga. I specialize in disordered eating, substance use, women's issues, self-esteem building, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting issues, grief and loss, and life transitions.
I specialize in individual and couples therapy working with adolescents and adults. Offering unique and healthy cognitive alternatives. I perform traditional talk therapy, but often supplement that with creative art modalities. I also do mindfulness meditation, imagery and yoga. I specialize in disordered eating, substance use, women's issues, self-esteem building, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting issues, grief and loss, and life transitions.
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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.