Sports Psychology therapists in Ponoka, AB
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Ponoka, Alberta, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Sports
Claire Benade
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Whether you are a high end athlete or hoping to get there in the future, there is a unique list of thoughts and feelings to cope with. High performance athletes hold a lot of pressure to perform which can weigh on your mental health and influence you performance. I will work with you on strategies for coping as well as looking at the larger team dynamic to ensure the best support for you. I will help support you as we work through the thoughts and feelings you are having to move you forward in your sports career. Focusing on therapeutic relationship and building trust allows me to help support you while using a solution-focused lens.
6 Years Experience
Online in Ponoka, AB
Sports
Stuart Hellebrand, M.S., C.Ht.
Hypnotherapist
Hypnosis is a valuable tool for those seeking a competitive edge in sports performance. I have been involved with sports performance improvement since the 1970’s through my work with sports competitors to include recreational golfers, collegiate middle-distance runners and swimmers, marathon runners, and others. Noteworthy, among my clients, has been a CIF track and field champion, a swimmer on Cal Berkeley’s 2X national championship team, a collegiate middle-distance champion, and a marathoner who successfully completed the Mount Everest Marathon.
Addressing the performance aspects of sports through hypnosis complements physical training and can lead to breakthrough performances. My use of hypnosis works by reprogramming negative self-talk, empowering performance through affirmations and guided imagery, boosting confidence, and reducing anxiety. In that pre-competition jitters or fear of failure can derail an athlete’s mindset, hypnosis employs subconscious relaxation techniques and guided imagery to reduce cortisol levels and promote a calm composed state of mind, while fostering a winning attitude.
Studies have shown the efficacy of hypnosis in sports. For example, a 2016 review in the International Journal of Sports Science highlighted significant performance improvements in athletes who used hypnosis compared to those who did not. Those who used hypnosis reported better focus, reduced pre-competition anxiety, and enhanced execution of skills after hypnosis sessions.
In sports performance counseling, my use of hypnosis facilitates vivid mental imagery, allowing athletes to visualize successful performance. Research has shown that mental rehearsal can strengthen neural pathways, helping the body to perform as if it has already achieved the desired outcome. Using hypnotic relaxation to tap into an athlete’s subconscious allows the competitor to tap into their commitment to training, discipline, and goal achievement in a stress-free manner.
59 Years Experience
Online in Ponoka, AB
Sports
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists , Counsellors
Success in sports requires more than physical ability—it also depends on confidence, focus, resilience, and mental preparation. Performance anxiety, fear of failure, injuries, setbacks, or pressure to succeed can affect athletes at every level. At Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling, we help athletes and active individuals strengthen mental performance, improve emotional resilience, manage stress, and build the confidence needed to perform at their best both on and off the field. We offer sports psychology and performance counselling in Guelph and secure online therapy across Ontario. Contact us today to book your consultation and unlock your full potential.
18 Years Experience
Online in Ponoka, AB
Sports
Aaron Chin
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MA, RCC
When working with sports psychology, I like to start with some mindfulness around the issue to gain a deeper understanding of the experience, from here there are many options, and I rely of the client's wisdom to guide me.
4 Years Experience
Online in Ponoka, AB
Sports
Carl Malmsten
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC, CHyp
Peak performance requires mental strength. I help athletes build focus, manage pressure, and overcome mental barriers to achieve their full potential in and out of competition.
16 Years Experience
Online in Ponoka, AB
Sports Psychology therapists in Ponoka, AB Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Ponoka, AB average 15 years of experience and charge around $188 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (86%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (57%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (57%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$188
Accept insurance
71%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Male |
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| 39% |
Female |
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Session Type
| 79% |
In Person and Online |
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| 21% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 86% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 57% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 57% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 57% | Narrative Therapy |
| 50% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 71% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 50% | Children |
Client Focus
| 43% | Men |
| 36% | Women |
| 21% | Asian |
| 21% | Christian |
| 21% | Jewish |