Sports Psychology therapists in Gilbert, AZ
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Gilbert, Arizona. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Desert to Peaks Psychology
Psychologist, Ph.D., LP
Our approach to working with athletes integrates sports psychology principles with a person-centered, performance-focused framework. As athletes ourselves, we understand the unique pressures athletes face, such as identity tied to performance, high standards, injury setbacks, and the mental demands of competition. Together, we will strengthen key mental skills such as confidence, focus, emotional regulation, and resilience, helping you perform at your highest level without sacrificing well-being. When working with injured athletes or those returning to sport, we address both the psychological and emotional impact of time away from competition. We work through fear of re-injury, loss of identity, and rebuilding trust in your body, while using structured mental training tools like visualization, goal-setting, and cognitive reframing. Our goal is to help you return not only physically prepared, but mentally stronger, more grounded, and equipped to compete with clarity and confidence.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gilbert, AZ
Online in Gilbert, AZ
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Melissa Drinkman, Pathways To Connection
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, DBH, LCSW
At Pathways To Connection, we utilize sports psychology and psychotherapy to enhance mental well-being and performance. We focus on helping individuals address emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges by providing a safe space for self-reflection, growth, and healing. This can help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues, supporting you in improving their overall mental health. We also focus on helping you improve your mental resilience, motivation, focus, and emotional control, enhancing your ability to perform under pressure. We use techniques such as visualization, goal setting, and mindfulness, to empower you to overcome mental barriers and achieve peak performance.
14 Years Experience
Online in Gilbert, AZ (Online Only)
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Marina Harris, Bloom Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P, CMPC
As a former Division I gymnast and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), I understand sport from both a professional and a personal perspective. I work with youth, college, and professional athletes and high performers (performing artists, executives) across disciplines to address the mental side of performance. I can help high performers overcome mental blocks, build confidence, enhance present-moment focus, and feel more calm under pressure. Whether you're looking to break through a plateau, recover from injury, or simply get out of your own head, I can help you perform at your best and actually enjoy it.
6 Years Experience
Online in Gilbert, AZ (Online Only)
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Dr. Thomas Ballas
Psychologist, PhD; PSYPACT
I am a clinical psychologist with specialized expertise in performance enhancement, drawing from my experiences as an operational psychologist in the U.S. Army. During my military career, I worked extensively with individuals operating in high-stress environments, helping them build mental resilience, maintain focus, and perform at their peak during critical missions. These experiences have given me a unique understanding of the psychological demands of high-pressure situations, which translates seamlessly into the world of sports and performance at all levels of competition.
With advanced training in evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques, I help athletes and performers optimize their mental game. Whether you're striving to overcome mental blocks, enhance focus, or build confidence, my goal is to help you unlock your full potential. Together, we will develop a tailored approach to strengthen your mindset, improve performance, and achieve success in your sport or field.
10 Years Experience
Online in Gilbert, AZ
Sports
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
I love working with athletes who are interested in new tools like RTT hypnosis to work through sports performance blocks to increase their sports performance overall, or the emotion code for rebalancing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Gilbert, AZ (Online Only)
Gilbert is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States and one of the most family-oriented suburbs in the Phoenix metro, with a significant LDS (Latter-day Saint) community that shapes the social fabric and therapy culture — many residents seek therapists who can integrate faith values with evidence-based approaches to marriage, parenting, and anxiety. The city's rapid growth and suburban character mean social isolation and the challenge of building community in a sprawling new development are recurring therapy themes. Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources, and many Gilbert residents access care through the broader Phoenix metro therapy ecosystem. The city's younger family demographic drives consistent demand for child and adolescent therapists and couples counselors.
Sports Psychology therapists in Gilbert, AZ Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Gilbert, AZ average 19 years of experience and charge around $245 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$245
Accept insurance
23%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
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| 48% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 55% | Men |
| 45% | Military / Veterans |
| 35% | Christian |
| 32% | Black / African American |