Sports Performance Therapists in Nebraska

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Todd R Kerr
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
I am an active sports official in addition to counseling, and have tremendous experience with athletes and coaches.
I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their potential through improved coping skills, shifting to a more positive perspective, and handling the challenges we all face in our hectic lives. I have experience with individuals, couples, families, and children. I have extensive experience in working with individuals with severe mental illnesses and the families that support them. I enjoy working with families and the dynamics between parents and children. Improving the way families function through improved social skills and parenting techniques.
I am an active sports official in addition to counseling, and have tremendous experience with athletes and coaches.
I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their potential through improved coping skills, shifting to a more positive perspective, and handling the challenges we all face in our hectic lives. I have experience with individuals, couples, families, and children. I have extensive experience in working with individuals with severe mental illnesses and the families that support them. I enjoy working with families and the dynamics between parents and children. Improving the way families function through improved social skills and parenting techniques.
(402) 882-4264 View (402) 882-4264
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Mark Erickson
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LCPC, ATC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68164
Who are you outside of being an athlete, employee, or boss. As a Mental Health Therapist and 10 years experience in Sports Medicine, I have worked with thousands of athletes, aiding in their physical needs to get them back to full capacity and into competition. Through my experience I have found that, whether on a court or in an office, individuals can only be their best if they are focusing on their entire health and wellness. Their mental game is as, if not more, important as their physical wellness in finding success. I focus on five factors of holistic health: creative, essential, social, physical, and spiritual.
Who are you outside of being an athlete, employee, or boss. As a Mental Health Therapist and 10 years experience in Sports Medicine, I have worked with thousands of athletes, aiding in their physical needs to get them back to full capacity and into competition. Through my experience I have found that, whether on a court or in an office, individuals can only be their best if they are focusing on their entire health and wellness. Their mental game is as, if not more, important as their physical wellness in finding success. I focus on five factors of holistic health: creative, essential, social, physical, and spiritual.
(531) 208-0442 View (531) 208-0442
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Becky Anne Meline
Counselor, LIMHP, LISW, IADC, MGCP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68116
Becky is a licensed Clinician with a Sports Psychology Certification & specializes in helping athletes and teams break down mental barriers and reach peak performance in competition.
You have goals and a desire to excel but you are in a constant battle in your head with that nagging voice of self-doubt. You feel stuck; like shutting down, all attempts to avoid feeling this way. Your inner critic is common, but not helpful in becoming who you want to be. The most successful people and the highest performing athletes have learned to silence their inner critic and focus their mental energy differently. We work together to identify the barriers that prevent you from living life the way YOU want to, and create a roadmap to help get you to your optimal self.
Becky is a licensed Clinician with a Sports Psychology Certification & specializes in helping athletes and teams break down mental barriers and reach peak performance in competition.
You have goals and a desire to excel but you are in a constant battle in your head with that nagging voice of self-doubt. You feel stuck; like shutting down, all attempts to avoid feeling this way. Your inner critic is common, but not helpful in becoming who you want to be. The most successful people and the highest performing athletes have learned to silence their inner critic and focus their mental energy differently. We work together to identify the barriers that prevent you from living life the way YOU want to, and create a roadmap to help get you to your optimal self.
(402) 454-7098 View (402) 454-7098
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John Cannon
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
I earned my Ph.D. in psychology from Saybrook Graduate School in California. I am a Gottman Certified Therapist and I enjoy working with families and marital issues. As a Performance Coach I am dedicated to the development of human potential in sports, music, the corporate board room, and within the families. I believe that in helping my clients develop the positive mental attributes necessary for attaining their own unique and specific goals they can be successful and happy. I have worked as a clinician for 25 years, joining Arbor in January, 2007. I am trained in Adlerian psychotherapy.
I earned my Ph.D. in psychology from Saybrook Graduate School in California. I am a Gottman Certified Therapist and I enjoy working with families and marital issues. As a Performance Coach I am dedicated to the development of human potential in sports, music, the corporate board room, and within the families. I believe that in helping my clients develop the positive mental attributes necessary for attaining their own unique and specific goals they can be successful and happy. I have worked as a clinician for 25 years, joining Arbor in January, 2007. I am trained in Adlerian psychotherapy.
(531) 208-0857 View (531) 208-0857
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Alexandria Reznicek
Counselor, MSEd, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68512
Whether you're seeking relief from anxiety or depression, managing the complexities of chronic health conditions, optimizing sports performance, or addressing ADHD-related concerns, I am here to collaborate with you.
I'm passionate about guiding children, teens, and their families toward holistic well-being. With a foundation in evidence-based practices and a compassionate approach, I empower my clients to confront and overcome challenges.
Whether you're seeking relief from anxiety or depression, managing the complexities of chronic health conditions, optimizing sports performance, or addressing ADHD-related concerns, I am here to collaborate with you.
I'm passionate about guiding children, teens, and their families toward holistic well-being. With a foundation in evidence-based practices and a compassionate approach, I empower my clients to confront and overcome challenges.
(402) 814-8349 View (402) 814-8349
Lincoln Hypnosis Center
CHTNLP
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68505
Lincoln Hypnosis designs a map just for you, teaching you life skills, weightloss , Stop smoking, Stress management, and our Sports enhancement skills. Jeff has a Natural ability to Teach people hypnosis and is very gifted. Jeff is a consulting Hypnotist.Jeff is on Radio and TV helping people all over the country. Check out the many you tube videos of successful weight loss clients. lincolnhypnosiscenter.com. Jeff is a toastmaster and speaker at Rotary Club's, Kiwanis, Optimist Clubs, Chamber meetings and Nurses conventions. Speaker, at the National Guild of Hypnotists teaches clients how to change fear into courage.
Lincoln Hypnosis designs a map just for you, teaching you life skills, weightloss , Stop smoking, Stress management, and our Sports enhancement skills. Jeff has a Natural ability to Teach people hypnosis and is very gifted. Jeff is a consulting Hypnotist.Jeff is on Radio and TV helping people all over the country. Check out the many you tube videos of successful weight loss clients. lincolnhypnosiscenter.com. Jeff is a toastmaster and speaker at Rotary Club's, Kiwanis, Optimist Clubs, Chamber meetings and Nurses conventions. Speaker, at the National Guild of Hypnotists teaches clients how to change fear into courage.
(402) 809-5446 View (402) 809-5446
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Kendra J. Hubbard, MS, LIMHP, CCH
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, CCH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68510
I also offer Weight Loss, Mood Regulation, and Academic and Sports Performance Enhancement through hypnotherapy.
I am currently offering immediate availability for both in office and Telehealth services. I offer morning and evening appointments from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm Tuesday-Thursday. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression, and I am EMDR trained. I am also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and focus on weight loss, sports performance enhancement, and mood regulation through the use of hypnosis. I look forward to helping you navigate your healing journey.
I also offer Weight Loss, Mood Regulation, and Academic and Sports Performance Enhancement through hypnotherapy.
I am currently offering immediate availability for both in office and Telehealth services. I offer morning and evening appointments from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm Tuesday-Thursday. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression, and I am EMDR trained. I am also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and focus on weight loss, sports performance enhancement, and mood regulation through the use of hypnosis. I look forward to helping you navigate your healing journey.
(402) 807-2036 View (402) 807-2036
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Stephanie Portwood
Counselor, PLMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68116
Life can be full of challenges, stress, transitions, trauma, and struggle. Times when we feel stuck. How we perceive and feel about these experiences creates our story, how we view ourselves and the world around us. Working together we can find meaning, understanding, and navigate to a more fulfilling place. If you are struggling in relationships, work, sports, family life, or understanding self, I would love to be apart of your healing journey.
Life can be full of challenges, stress, transitions, trauma, and struggle. Times when we feel stuck. How we perceive and feel about these experiences creates our story, how we view ourselves and the world around us. Working together we can find meaning, understanding, and navigate to a more fulfilling place. If you are struggling in relationships, work, sports, family life, or understanding self, I would love to be apart of your healing journey.
(402) 532-8466 View (402) 532-8466
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Krysta Oehm
Counselor, MA, LIMHP, CPC
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68501
1 athlete lends to further expertise in sports and performance counseling.
As the founder of Mind Matters Mental Health & Wellness, I am dedicated to providing excellent mental health guidance. People choose to seek guidance through counseling for a variety of reasons, and thankfully, asking for professional support has become a normal part of our society. While specializing in a variety of mental health matters, I practice on the premise that mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. My goal is to help you find empowerment within yourself to grow or heal and to provide expertise in the topics you wish to address. It is my honor to help you do the work to become the best version of yourself!
1 athlete lends to further expertise in sports and performance counseling.
As the founder of Mind Matters Mental Health & Wellness, I am dedicated to providing excellent mental health guidance. People choose to seek guidance through counseling for a variety of reasons, and thankfully, asking for professional support has become a normal part of our society. While specializing in a variety of mental health matters, I practice on the premise that mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. My goal is to help you find empowerment within yourself to grow or heal and to provide expertise in the topics you wish to address. It is my honor to help you do the work to become the best version of yourself!
(402) 810-7746 View (402) 810-7746
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Kristi Tackett-Newburg
Counselor, PhD, LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a licensed independent mental health practitioner and have been working in the psychology field for approximately 16 years. In 2011, I founded Counseling Connections & Associates; a group practice offering mental health, substance abuse, and medication management services. I pride myself on being a passionate and energetic therapist focused on helping clients take steps towards making positive, long-lasting changes in their life. My goal is to assist clients in being able to live up to their fullest potential in a safe and therapeutic environment.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a licensed independent mental health practitioner and have been working in the psychology field for approximately 16 years. In 2011, I founded Counseling Connections & Associates; a group practice offering mental health, substance abuse, and medication management services. I pride myself on being a passionate and energetic therapist focused on helping clients take steps towards making positive, long-lasting changes in their life. My goal is to assist clients in being able to live up to their fullest potential in a safe and therapeutic environment.
(402) 298-5150 x103 View (402) 298-5150 x103
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Michael Wayne Pellecchia
Counselor, LIMHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
I have more than 30 years of professional practice helping people with all kinds of problems and issues. I enjoy knowing I can make a positive difference in a persons life. This is the reason I have dedicated my life to helping others. I've worked with people from all walks of life. If you've had therapy before and felt discouraged, I encourage you to give me a try. I have a unique personality and a way of communicating with my patients.
I have more than 30 years of professional practice helping people with all kinds of problems and issues. I enjoy knowing I can make a positive difference in a persons life. This is the reason I have dedicated my life to helping others. I've worked with people from all walks of life. If you've had therapy before and felt discouraged, I encourage you to give me a try. I have a unique personality and a way of communicating with my patients.
(531) 233-1991 View (531) 233-1991
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Peter Falcon
Counselor, MS, LPCC, LIMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
Millard, NE 68144
I believe in incorporating a positive psychological and holistic approach to the individuals I serve. By incorporating an overall wellness and "whole mind/body" approach with individuals, I believe each person can get the best out of themselves through mental health therapy. I utilize evidenced based clinical counseling techniques such as ACT, Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and a variety of sport counseling/psychology modalities into practice. Lastly, I take an individual approach to every person I treat, knowing that every person is different and deserves authentic, genuine, and exceptional mental health care.
I believe in incorporating a positive psychological and holistic approach to the individuals I serve. By incorporating an overall wellness and "whole mind/body" approach with individuals, I believe each person can get the best out of themselves through mental health therapy. I utilize evidenced based clinical counseling techniques such as ACT, Mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and a variety of sport counseling/psychology modalities into practice. Lastly, I take an individual approach to every person I treat, knowing that every person is different and deserves authentic, genuine, and exceptional mental health care.
(612) 453-4470 View (612) 453-4470
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Lacy Dye
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gothenburg, NE 69138
Hi, I'm Lacy, a therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use disorders. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual. I also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, both in children and adults.
Hi, I'm Lacy, a therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use disorders. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual. I also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, both in children and adults.
(308) 300-3270 View (308) 300-3270
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Asia Lynn Sladek
Counselor, MS, PLMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
I completed my master's internship at UNMC Counseling and Psychological Services where I had the opportunity to work with graduate and medical students. During this time, I started integrating neuroscience into treatment planning. I have found this evidence-based approach resonates well with my clients because they can better understand the way that they respond to their environment and how their internal processing frames the way in which they view the world.
I completed my master's internship at UNMC Counseling and Psychological Services where I had the opportunity to work with graduate and medical students. During this time, I started integrating neuroscience into treatment planning. I have found this evidence-based approach resonates well with my clients because they can better understand the way that they respond to their environment and how their internal processing frames the way in which they view the world.
(402) 607-8948 View (402) 607-8948
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Kaylee Blake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
Waitlist for new clients
Have you done a self check-in lately? I am here to help you make sure that you are finding the right balance, so you are not sacrificing your own needs. Let's work together so you feel you are worthy and deserving of the energy and support you give others.
Have you done a self check-in lately? I am here to help you make sure that you are finding the right balance, so you are not sacrificing your own needs. Let's work together so you feel you are worthy and deserving of the energy and support you give others.
(402) 685-8227 View (402) 685-8227
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Kersten Borer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LADC, CMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
I treat adults and adolescents with addictive behaviors, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, and/or trauma history. I also help to guide family members of those with addictions. I enjoy seeing the progress that people make in all areas of their life when they are able to put aside addictive behaviors, reduce their emotional pain, and genuinely feel better about themselves. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and have used it to help people heal from trauma and reduce overall anxiety. I also use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Theory in my approach.
I treat adults and adolescents with addictive behaviors, depression, anxiety, oppositional behaviors, and/or trauma history. I also help to guide family members of those with addictions. I enjoy seeing the progress that people make in all areas of their life when they are able to put aside addictive behaviors, reduce their emotional pain, and genuinely feel better about themselves. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and have used it to help people heal from trauma and reduce overall anxiety. I also use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Theory in my approach.
(402) 261-2788 View (402) 261-2788
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Nika George
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154  (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Nika George and I am a therapist with my PhD in clinical psychology. Clients typically visit my practice to receive specialized care for high achieving adults who experience perfectionism, and burnout. I also excel in treating people with PTSD, complex PTSD, and trauma in childhood such as emotional abuse and neglect. In addition, I frequently work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions (divorce, moving, relationship issues, setting boundaries, assertiveness training), career stress, or postpartum mood changes.
My name is Dr. Nika George and I am a therapist with my PhD in clinical psychology. Clients typically visit my practice to receive specialized care for high achieving adults who experience perfectionism, and burnout. I also excel in treating people with PTSD, complex PTSD, and trauma in childhood such as emotional abuse and neglect. In addition, I frequently work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions (divorce, moving, relationship issues, setting boundaries, assertiveness training), career stress, or postpartum mood changes.
(402) 526-5398 View (402) 526-5398
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Dawn Marie Kay-Pearson
Counselor, MS, LMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
Papillion, NE 68046
Are you feeling stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are struggling with a specific issue, feeling lost, or maybe you're feeling completely overwhelmed? Life can indeed be overwhelming. It sometimes diminishes our ability to see the solutions to the problems we are facing. There are many ways to deal with life's challenges. Sometimes the ways we choose to deal with them are unhealthy or counterproductive.
Are you feeling stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are struggling with a specific issue, feeling lost, or maybe you're feeling completely overwhelmed? Life can indeed be overwhelming. It sometimes diminishes our ability to see the solutions to the problems we are facing. There are many ways to deal with life's challenges. Sometimes the ways we choose to deal with them are unhealthy or counterproductive.
(402) 509-8299 View (402) 509-8299
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Matt Webster
Counselor, PLMHP, MA
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68508
Life has a way of letting us know when it is time to reach out. Are you feeling overwhelmed, burdened, stressed, and ready for change, but not sure where to begin? Do you feel you have more to offer, but feel stuck? Then counseling is the right setting to have a conversation that may open doors to problem solving and provide tools for guidance. Growing up working in the family restaurant and being active as a student athlete, I didn't have the tools to manage the stress around me. While I was helping others to perform as a personal trainer, I knew I needed to become a counselor to help in a more wholistic way.
Life has a way of letting us know when it is time to reach out. Are you feeling overwhelmed, burdened, stressed, and ready for change, but not sure where to begin? Do you feel you have more to offer, but feel stuck? Then counseling is the right setting to have a conversation that may open doors to problem solving and provide tools for guidance. Growing up working in the family restaurant and being active as a student athlete, I didn't have the tools to manage the stress around me. While I was helping others to perform as a personal trainer, I knew I needed to become a counselor to help in a more wholistic way.
(531) 571-3779 View (531) 571-3779
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Optimal Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself struggling with relationships both at home and at work? Do you feel hopeless with a strong desire to move to the next chapter of your life, but unsure how? Struggling with alcohol, drugs or other addictions? Do you feel "Stuck?" Many individuals, couples and groups that come to see me are looking for specific tools to change feelings, interpersonal relationships, and actions (or inactions). There is hope, increased freedom and self-efficacy is possible.
Do you find yourself struggling with relationships both at home and at work? Do you feel hopeless with a strong desire to move to the next chapter of your life, but unsure how? Struggling with alcohol, drugs or other addictions? Do you feel "Stuck?" Many individuals, couples and groups that come to see me are looking for specific tools to change feelings, interpersonal relationships, and actions (or inactions). There is hope, increased freedom and self-efficacy is possible.
(402) 695-6524 View (402) 695-6524
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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.