Sports Psychology therapists in Surprise, 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 Surprise, AZ (Online Only)
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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 Surprise, AZ
Online in Surprise, AZ
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Roderic Burks - Integrative Mental Health
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, MS HSc, MA, LMHC, LPC
I work with athletes and active individuals to explore the mental, emotional, and relational patterns that impact performance and well-being. Together, we address anxiety, focus, motivation, and self-limiting beliefs while connecting with your strengths and goals. The aim is to build resilience, confidence, and a more balanced, focused, and empowered approach to sport and life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Surprise, AZ (Online Only)
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Tommy Owens - Specialized Therapeutic Counseling, Hypnotherapy, Energy Therapy, Subconscious Mind & Energy Clearing, Healing & Reprograming, Cord Cutting, Breath work & Meditation Practices
Counselor/Therapist, QHHP, RC, SC
Tommy's unique style of Specialized Therapeutic counseling combined with his Subconscious Mind Clearing & Reprograming Sessions, have effectively helped 100s' of Young Adults & Corporate Professional Clients in Sports Psychology - Tommy has been a High Profile Athlete & has Competed at the Highest Levels in both Sports & in His Professional Career(s). These experiences have brought many challenges that needed to be met & overcome.
Tommy can easily identify with his Client(s) challenges which enables him to be highly effective in supporting them often bringing about a complete & successful improvement in their performance.
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To fit your schedule, Private Sessions are available 10am to 10pm 7 days a week.
10 Years Experience
Online in Surprise, AZ
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Dr. Claire Vines, Psy.D., Psychologist / Licensed /Psychotherapy / Psychoanalytic/
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage, Couples, LMFT. Psy.D. Trauma-Focused CBT
The key to sports psychology is maintaining the awareness and a healthy well being of one’s athletic abilities. This ought to include CBT, relaxation, talk therapy, on and off the sports activities. Validating, managing stress, helping them cope with challenges and maintaining positivity and self validation for their special and qualified skills.
21 Years Experience
Online in Surprise, AZ
Sports Psychology therapists in Surprise, AZ Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Surprise, AZ average 19 years of experience and charge around $239 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Behavioral Therapy (49%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$239
Accept insurance
23%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 47% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 57% | Men |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |
| 37% | Black / African American |
| 37% | Christian |