Sports Performance Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

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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.
(863) 845-1568 View (863) 845-1568
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Mandarin Cove Sports and Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32223
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 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.
(904) 615-6457 View (904) 615-6457
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Mental Playbook Counseling & Consulting
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.
(321) 341-5680 View (321) 341-5680
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Coach Jay
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Hey I’m Coach Jay, I work with Athletes exclusively. All Sports. As a Trusted Coach, my counseling Builds Confidence, Mental Toughness & Maturity. 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!
Hey I’m Coach Jay, I work with Athletes exclusively. All Sports. As a Trusted Coach, my counseling Builds Confidence, Mental Toughness & Maturity. 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!
(904) 932-0892 View (904) 932-0892
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Kati Lambert
CCHt, CCIt, CTHt, MS, FACHE
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32257
I can also help alleviate issues with academic or sports performance, professional or personal burnout, and self-esteem.
Please note pricing listed is for two-hour sessions. My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, 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 3 convenient locations or virtually.
I can also help alleviate issues with academic or sports performance, professional or personal burnout, and self-esteem.
Please note pricing listed is for two-hour sessions. My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, 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 3 convenient locations or virtually.
(904) 439-7951 View (904) 439-7951
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Acacia Counseling
LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32223
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.
(904) 552-3734 View (904) 552-3734
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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.
(754) 702-0314 View (754) 702-0314
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TheraFit
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32257
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!
(904) 769-5426 View (904) 769-5426
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Savannah Landis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32223
Tired of constantly thinking about food and your weight? If you're battling an eating disorder, know this: you're not alone and it is not your fault. Life can be tough and our minds do what they can to cope. I am here to help you develop healthy coping skills to achieve a sustainable recovery. Despite what your mind may tell you, long-term recovery IS possible!
Tired of constantly thinking about food and your weight? If you're battling an eating disorder, know this: you're not alone and it is not your fault. Life can be tough and our minds do what they can to cope. I am here to help you develop healthy coping skills to achieve a sustainable recovery. Despite what your mind may tell you, long-term recovery IS possible!
(904) 980-8735 View (904) 980-8735
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Kimberlyann Marsden
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32099  (Online Only)
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.
(904) 593-4192 View (904) 593-4192
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Lock and Key Wellness and Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP, CAGCS
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32099  (Online Only)
From what others can see you are picture perfect, but as for you, you are unable to recall when you felt like yourself. You can’t remember when it all started but you began to notice small changes within yourself such as your appetite, your mood, and your sleeping pattern. Maybe you have been fearful or have experienced feelings of hopelessness/helplessness as if your life is slowly spiraling out of control.
From what others can see you are picture perfect, but as for you, you are unable to recall when you felt like yourself. You can’t remember when it all started but you began to notice small changes within yourself such as your appetite, your mood, and your sleeping pattern. Maybe you have been fearful or have experienced feelings of hopelessness/helplessness as if your life is slowly spiraling out of control.
(727) 761-7849 View (727) 761-7849
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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.
(321) 379-8662 View (321) 379-8662
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Diann Jimenez
MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32099  (Online Only)
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.
(772) 877-0628 View (772) 877-0628
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Freda D Doxey
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32210  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed with life? Struggle with loneliness, anger, anxiety, depression, job stress, marital conflict, parenting issues, or some type of addiction? As a licensed mental health counselor, I am available to work with you in changing challenges into opportunities so you can live life to your full potential. Many of my clients, including couples, athletes and veterans, are now enjoying a stress-less life and making significant progress in their relationships, careers and life.
Are you overwhelmed with life? Struggle with loneliness, anger, anxiety, depression, job stress, marital conflict, parenting issues, or some type of addiction? As a licensed mental health counselor, I am available to work with you in changing challenges into opportunities so you can live life to your full potential. Many of my clients, including couples, athletes and veterans, are now enjoying a stress-less life and making significant progress in their relationships, careers and life.
(904) 245-1437 View (904) 245-1437
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Charles Dean
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Therapy provides you with the unique opportunity to come out of your comfort zone and experience life in a more fulfilling way. Coming out of one's comfort zone can be challenging and anxiety provoking, but it is well worth the struggle when you see how much more fulfillment and freedom you have in your life at the end of therapy. My role is to help you interpret and help you make sense of the stressors that brought you to therapy. I will also work with you as you create new adaptive ways of coping that will lead to greater life fulfillment.
Therapy provides you with the unique opportunity to come out of your comfort zone and experience life in a more fulfilling way. Coming out of one's comfort zone can be challenging and anxiety provoking, but it is well worth the struggle when you see how much more fulfillment and freedom you have in your life at the end of therapy. My role is to help you interpret and help you make sense of the stressors that brought you to therapy. I will also work with you as you create new adaptive ways of coping that will lead to greater life fulfillment.
(904) 593-4336 View (904) 593-4336
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Robi Lipscomb
Counselor, FL, MHC, GA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32244  (Online Only)
What you want the most right now is to find someone who can help stop the emotional rollercoaster. Someone who can throw you a life line because you feel like you are drowning. What would your life be like if you could overcome the obstacles to your happiness? My counseling techniques and style can provide support, tools, understanding, healing and growth. There is treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, addiction, gender and sexual issues, marital issues and more. I have been a counselor for 15+ years. I have a high positive outcome rate with clients who have never been in therapy, tried several therapist or all things in-between,
What you want the most right now is to find someone who can help stop the emotional rollercoaster. Someone who can throw you a life line because you feel like you are drowning. What would your life be like if you could overcome the obstacles to your happiness? My counseling techniques and style can provide support, tools, understanding, healing and growth. There is treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, addiction, gender and sexual issues, marital issues and more. I have been a counselor for 15+ years. I have a high positive outcome rate with clients who have never been in therapy, tried several therapist or all things in-between,
(904) 643-7991 View (904) 643-7991
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Alexis Pizzi
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256  (Online Only)
Enhance your quality of life with the proper support. You don't have to do this alone. Creating a space where you're heard, valued, and encouraged is my mission. I personalize your mental health journey to meet you where you are, using therapeutic approaches that best support your goals so you can thrive in all areas of your life. From tangible skills you feel confident using to understanding the "why" behind struggles, I help translate the difficult elements into those more manageable. Let's get started living a life on purpose.
Enhance your quality of life with the proper support. You don't have to do this alone. Creating a space where you're heard, valued, and encouraged is my mission. I personalize your mental health journey to meet you where you are, using therapeutic approaches that best support your goals so you can thrive in all areas of your life. From tangible skills you feel confident using to understanding the "why" behind struggles, I help translate the difficult elements into those more manageable. Let's get started living a life on purpose.
(904) 878-0109 View (904) 878-0109
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Josh Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256
I have experience with helping individuals who have suffered trauma, major life changes/challenges, conflict and other stressors that have negatively impacted their lives. I have a passion for helping others work through past pain so that they can improve their future. My goal for every individual I serve is to help them become their strongest version. I strive to create a safe and healthy space for everyone and meet everyone with compassion. I utilize several evidence-based therapy techniques and even humor at times.
I have experience with helping individuals who have suffered trauma, major life changes/challenges, conflict and other stressors that have negatively impacted their lives. I have a passion for helping others work through past pain so that they can improve their future. My goal for every individual I serve is to help them become their strongest version. I strive to create a safe and healthy space for everyone and meet everyone with compassion. I utilize several evidence-based therapy techniques and even humor at times.
(904) 977-6315 View (904) 977-6315
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Nigeria K McHellon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32244
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
(904) 320-0184 View (904) 320-0184
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Philemon Ministry Of Counseling Academy
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32219
I'm a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and Board Certified as a Temperament Specialist and Clinical Supervisor by the National Christian Counselors Association. In addition, I'm Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Circuit-Civil Mediator and Court appointed Child Custody Evaluator; Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator. Also, I facilitate and provides counseling and coping mechanism, and adjustments techniques to the reentry individuals transitioning from jails and prisons as well as helping their family members with the life adjustments and understanding chronic disorders, pharmacological regimens and management.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and Board Certified as a Temperament Specialist and Clinical Supervisor by the National Christian Counselors Association. In addition, I'm Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Circuit-Civil Mediator and Court appointed Child Custody Evaluator; Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator. Also, I facilitate and provides counseling and coping mechanism, and adjustments techniques to the reentry individuals transitioning from jails and prisons as well as helping their family members with the life adjustments and understanding chronic disorders, pharmacological regimens and management.
(904) 344-0689 View (904) 344-0689
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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.