Sports Performance Therapists in Cincinnati, OH
My credentials are Singularly Unique in the business of Sports Psychology.
I am considered one of the TOP Sports Psychologists in the nation due to my extensive credentials. I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. Being a competitive athlete helps me relate to other competitive people in sports or business. My primary focus is on confidence building and the elimination of Performance Anxiety. I use a 3 tiered approach to training: Perspective Training, Mental Skills Training, and Applied Settings (if applicable at a sporting location). I am the only professional to offer that kind of travel service.
My credentials are Singularly Unique in the business of Sports Psychology.
I am considered one of the TOP Sports Psychologists in the nation due to my extensive credentials. I have a unique practice in that I specialize in working with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. Being a competitive athlete helps me relate to other competitive people in sports or business. My primary focus is on confidence building and the elimination of Performance Anxiety. I use a 3 tiered approach to training: Perspective Training, Mental Skills Training, and Applied Settings (if applicable at a sporting location). I am the only professional to offer that kind of travel service.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Seeking tools to manage stress, improve performance, or navigate difficult transitions? As a counselor specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), sports and performance therapy, first responder therapy, and life transitions/stress management, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards greater well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Seeking tools to manage stress, improve performance, or navigate difficult transitions? As a counselor specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), sports and performance therapy, first responder therapy, and life transitions/stress management, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards greater well-being.
My experience working in high school sports, business coaching, and as a mentor for elementary school students gives me a more holistic and dynamic view of people.
I recognize that counseling can be extremely uncomfortable for many people, especially men. My goal is simply to give you the space to share and be heard. I am here to help you achieve growth by learning to work through your issues rather than just providing solutions or advice. I truly care about your well-being and I am passionate about serving you.
My experience working in high school sports, business coaching, and as a mentor for elementary school students gives me a more holistic and dynamic view of people.
I recognize that counseling can be extremely uncomfortable for many people, especially men. My goal is simply to give you the space to share and be heard. I am here to help you achieve growth by learning to work through your issues rather than just providing solutions or advice. I truly care about your well-being and I am passionate about serving you.
Kristina Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45208
As a dual specialist in sports performance and sex therapy, my ideal client seeks peak physical and emotional well-being. Are you experiencing sports performance problems, chronic injuries, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, or sexual health concerns? I treat those looking for change, achievement, self-improvement, support, and long-term fulfillment, striving to excel as an athletes or sexual health aspects.
As a dual specialist in sports performance and sex therapy, my ideal client seeks peak physical and emotional well-being. Are you experiencing sports performance problems, chronic injuries, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, or sexual health concerns? I treat those looking for change, achievement, self-improvement, support, and long-term fulfillment, striving to excel as an athletes or sexual health aspects.
Rob Bakker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Hi, I am Rob Bakker. I was born in the Netherlands and moved to the U.S. in 1998 to play soccer and tennis at Xavier University. In 2015 I was inducted into Xavier’s athletic Hall of Fame. After achieving my MBA at Xavier, I have had professional roles in business as well as in sports. I decided to combine my passion for excelling at high levels with my passion for people and completed the Mental Health Counseling program at Xavier with a focus on performance counseling.
Hi, I am Rob Bakker. I was born in the Netherlands and moved to the U.S. in 1998 to play soccer and tennis at Xavier University. In 2015 I was inducted into Xavier’s athletic Hall of Fame. After achieving my MBA at Xavier, I have had professional roles in business as well as in sports. I decided to combine my passion for excelling at high levels with my passion for people and completed the Mental Health Counseling program at Xavier with a focus on performance counseling.
Madison Marcotte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241 (Online Only)
As an athlete, I learned that resiliency, determination, and collaboration are important skills not only in sports, but also in life.
My name is Madison and I have been providing therapy services for over 7 years in Ohio and in Minnesota. I have experience working with individuals of all ages and walks of life in a variety of settings, including schools, physician's office/hospitals, and private practice. I believe that every client is unique and has different needs, even if they are facing similar challenges. It is my job to figure out which approach will be most effective for you.
As an athlete, I learned that resiliency, determination, and collaboration are important skills not only in sports, but also in life.
My name is Madison and I have been providing therapy services for over 7 years in Ohio and in Minnesota. I have experience working with individuals of all ages and walks of life in a variety of settings, including schools, physician's office/hospitals, and private practice. I believe that every client is unique and has different needs, even if they are facing similar challenges. It is my job to figure out which approach will be most effective for you.
Hi there! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with high achievers of any kind. High achievers often encounter unique challenges in many areas of their lives, and my work is to companion them on their journey to finding their way back to themselves. My clients are often struggling with anxiety/depression, burnout, life transitions, life stagnation, relationships, perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, high achievement/striving, sports/performance, challenging family dynamics, and feeling "stuck." (In-person in Columbus; Telehealth for PSYPACT states). NOTE: I do NOT see clients under 18 years old.
Hi there! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with high achievers of any kind. High achievers often encounter unique challenges in many areas of their lives, and my work is to companion them on their journey to finding their way back to themselves. My clients are often struggling with anxiety/depression, burnout, life transitions, life stagnation, relationships, perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, high achievement/striving, sports/performance, challenging family dynamics, and feeling "stuck." (In-person in Columbus; Telehealth for PSYPACT states). NOTE: I do NOT see clients under 18 years old.
Dr. Jennifer Lape Kaiser
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, CPT
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45208
Something isn't working; maybe nothing is working. You are likely in a difficult moment in your life and looking for help. If you are an athlete or exerciser, you may be experiencing disruptions to your performance, losing your focus or your mental edge, having difficulty sleeping or maintaining your nutrition plan. Perhaps relationships, work, substances, or mental health symptoms are throwing you off your game. You want to be in charge of your life and your goals again and you need someone who gets it. Your work with me will steer you back to yourself and toward reaching the goals of who you want to be as your best self.
Something isn't working; maybe nothing is working. You are likely in a difficult moment in your life and looking for help. If you are an athlete or exerciser, you may be experiencing disruptions to your performance, losing your focus or your mental edge, having difficulty sleeping or maintaining your nutrition plan. Perhaps relationships, work, substances, or mental health symptoms are throwing you off your game. You want to be in charge of your life and your goals again and you need someone who gets it. Your work with me will steer you back to yourself and toward reaching the goals of who you want to be as your best self.
Maddie Armbruster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45208
Being a holistic therapist means that I use a whole-person approach to address presenting concerns, identify individual strengths, and promote a higher quality of life. This happens through understanding and gathering insight on the many factors of a person's life that influence their well-being. I emphasize the mind-body connection in my approach to therapy. When we experience mental and emotional stress, trauma, or fatigue, our bodies are also affected, and vice versa. I emphasize the power of exercise, nature, and self-care in therapy.
Being a holistic therapist means that I use a whole-person approach to address presenting concerns, identify individual strengths, and promote a higher quality of life. This happens through understanding and gathering insight on the many factors of a person's life that influence their well-being. I emphasize the mind-body connection in my approach to therapy. When we experience mental and emotional stress, trauma, or fatigue, our bodies are also affected, and vice versa. I emphasize the power of exercise, nature, and self-care in therapy.
Karen Johnson-Cromwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45201
I look forward to any client looking forward to explore a path to emotional well being, parents who take an active role in their child's therapy and any client that can take their first step through my office door. Tele-therapy only to clients living in OH. In person and tele-therapy offered to clients living in the state of NJ.
I look forward to any client looking forward to explore a path to emotional well being, parents who take an active role in their child's therapy and any client that can take their first step through my office door. Tele-therapy only to clients living in OH. In person and tele-therapy offered to clients living in the state of NJ.
Nick Rogell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45212
Overcome performance anxiety and burnout while enhancing your mental resilience and achieving peak performance in your chosen field. You're in the right place. As a licensed therapist (LPCC) and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology), I work with adult (18+) athletes, musicians, performers and public speakers facing intense pressure to excel.
Overcome performance anxiety and burnout while enhancing your mental resilience and achieving peak performance in your chosen field. You're in the right place. As a licensed therapist (LPCC) and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology), I work with adult (18+) athletes, musicians, performers and public speakers facing intense pressure to excel.
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Hi, I'm Dr. Steve! A licensed and board certified counseling psychologist with a special expertise in sport and performance psychology. As a former football player at The Ohio State University, I found out first hand the mental, physical, and emotional requirements necessary to perform at a high level. After graduation, I attended the University of Akron where I received my PhD in Counseling Psychology and crafted my educational and applied capacity to help individuals and teams uncover, develop, and leverage mental fitness.
Hi, I'm Dr. Steve! A licensed and board certified counseling psychologist with a special expertise in sport and performance psychology. As a former football player at The Ohio State University, I found out first hand the mental, physical, and emotional requirements necessary to perform at a high level. After graduation, I attended the University of Akron where I received my PhD in Counseling Psychology and crafted my educational and applied capacity to help individuals and teams uncover, develop, and leverage mental fitness.
Noah Lankford, PsyD, has experience working with children, families, adolescents and adults. He worked primarily with children and families from 2012-2015 in community mental health and partial hospitalization programs. Dr. Lankford has also counseled college students at Michigan State and Xavier University. For three years, he trained at the Lindner Center of HOPE in Mason, Ohio, conducting group therapy and DBT skills training for adult patients in the residential treatment program. He has also conducted neuropsychological assessments for the Cincinnati Bengals, in collaboration with Dr. Thomas Sullivan.
Noah Lankford, PsyD, has experience working with children, families, adolescents and adults. He worked primarily with children and families from 2012-2015 in community mental health and partial hospitalization programs. Dr. Lankford has also counseled college students at Michigan State and Xavier University. For three years, he trained at the Lindner Center of HOPE in Mason, Ohio, conducting group therapy and DBT skills training for adult patients in the residential treatment program. He has also conducted neuropsychological assessments for the Cincinnati Bengals, in collaboration with Dr. Thomas Sullivan.
Vonda K. Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, JD, LPC, GAL-PC, DBT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45243
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Licensed Professional Counselor, "LPC", helps. Since 1990 my work with courts, hospitals & schools has helped. I have "been there" -- I "get it". While working F/T for UC, I earned my Masters in Mental Health Counseling (diagnosis & treatment of mental & emotional disorders) and my Doctorate in my 20s as a F/T employee. Licensed Owner & University of Cincinnati Law and Grad Faculty/Staff Member. Research shows DBT, EMDR, etc… work. In 1990, at Beech Acres, 1st approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio to Co-Lead, a Specialized Family Mediation Training for Attorneys & Therapists.
Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Licensed Professional Counselor, "LPC", helps. Since 1990 my work with courts, hospitals & schools has helped. I have "been there" -- I "get it". While working F/T for UC, I earned my Masters in Mental Health Counseling (diagnosis & treatment of mental & emotional disorders) and my Doctorate in my 20s as a F/T employee. Licensed Owner & University of Cincinnati Law and Grad Faculty/Staff Member. Research shows DBT, EMDR, etc… work. In 1990, at Beech Acres, 1st approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio to Co-Lead, a Specialized Family Mediation Training for Attorneys & Therapists.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or other difficult situations? We can help you find hope, reach your goals, and enjoy the abundance of life for which you were created. Contact us today to schdeule your first apointment, where we help you find the right therapist for you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or other difficult situations? We can help you find hope, reach your goals, and enjoy the abundance of life for which you were created. Contact us today to schdeule your first apointment, where we help you find the right therapist for you.
Everyone struggles with something and deserves to have someone to process life with. Therefore, my ideal client understands that and is willing to be vulnerable with a trusted person. My ideal person is someone who wants to achieve their ideal self or needs help with processing life’s stressors and is willing to put in the work to achieve that goal. I also want my clients to give themselves grace and know that this process is a journey.
Everyone struggles with something and deserves to have someone to process life with. Therefore, my ideal client understands that and is willing to be vulnerable with a trusted person. My ideal person is someone who wants to achieve their ideal self or needs help with processing life’s stressors and is willing to put in the work to achieve that goal. I also want my clients to give themselves grace and know that this process is a journey.
When I meet with clients for the first time I often ask them the question "How would you know counseling was working for you?" Commonly, the client will begin to discuss a different experience they would like to have in their life. This may be in a relationship, career stressors, a life transition, loss/grief or around overwhelming emotions like anxiety, depression, loneliness, guilt, or fear. Answering this question helps us to gain clarity about what you want to experience in your life and begin the process of bringing it to fruition. My mission is to best serve your needs and help you to move toward your vision for the future.
When I meet with clients for the first time I often ask them the question "How would you know counseling was working for you?" Commonly, the client will begin to discuss a different experience they would like to have in their life. This may be in a relationship, career stressors, a life transition, loss/grief or around overwhelming emotions like anxiety, depression, loneliness, guilt, or fear. Answering this question helps us to gain clarity about what you want to experience in your life and begin the process of bringing it to fruition. My mission is to best serve your needs and help you to move toward your vision for the future.
Holistic Therapy and Healing LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Varied
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45208
Hello! We are a Holistic full service practice that currently includes 10 therapists, a certified Hypnotherapist, and a Parenting Practitioner. We offer therapy as well as immersive experiences with a high specialization through EMDR, somatic experiencing therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy. We treat adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children starting at age 4. While all practitioners at the practice are united by a Holistic modality, we each specializes in different areas of treatment and are constantly expanding our skillset to benefit the community and individuals we serve.
Hello! We are a Holistic full service practice that currently includes 10 therapists, a certified Hypnotherapist, and a Parenting Practitioner. We offer therapy as well as immersive experiences with a high specialization through EMDR, somatic experiencing therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy. We treat adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children starting at age 4. While all practitioners at the practice are united by a Holistic modality, we each specializes in different areas of treatment and are constantly expanding our skillset to benefit the community and individuals we serve.
Mike Madanat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45223
At Authentic Life Counseling, I utilize a variety of evidence based therapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work with individuals ages 14 and up to address general mental health concerns, with a special focus on culturally diverse populations and boys/men. In my experience, I have helped individuals tackle issues of masculinity, cultural identity, dual-culture relationships, while helping rediscover their purpose in life. It is my passion to help individuals gain an understanding and acceptance of themselves, using a culturally sensitive therapeutic approach.
At Authentic Life Counseling, I utilize a variety of evidence based therapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work with individuals ages 14 and up to address general mental health concerns, with a special focus on culturally diverse populations and boys/men. In my experience, I have helped individuals tackle issues of masculinity, cultural identity, dual-culture relationships, while helping rediscover their purpose in life. It is my passion to help individuals gain an understanding and acceptance of themselves, using a culturally sensitive therapeutic approach.
You are struggling to find purpose and meaning in life. You make it through the day but it feels like a real uphill battle. You may even feel like you’ve hit rock bottom. All of life’s responsibilities—school, work, peer interactions, family relationships—it just feels like too much to manage on your own. You question why this is happening to you. There may have been a time when you felt like you were moving in the right direction, but now you feel isolated and perhaps depressed or anxious. You are wondering where to turn for help.
You are struggling to find purpose and meaning in life. You make it through the day but it feels like a real uphill battle. You may even feel like you’ve hit rock bottom. All of life’s responsibilities—school, work, peer interactions, family relationships—it just feels like too much to manage on your own. You question why this is happening to you. There may have been a time when you felt like you were moving in the right direction, but now you feel isolated and perhaps depressed or anxious. You are wondering where to turn for help.
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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.