Sports Psychology therapists in Bakersfield, California CA
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Sports Psychology
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 Bakersfield, CA California
Sports Psychology
Higher Sights Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
We have a staff of psychotherapists and med prescribers that work with clients who specialize in sports psychology issues. We offer CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS (to name a few treatment modalities) and medication in addition to many problem-solving therapies to help you learn new coping skills to improve your life.
16 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Sports Psychology
Dr. Lori Lynn Mann
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Psy.D.
I am a semi-pro endurance athlete, former NCAA Div 1 athlete, former high school state champion runner up, CIF champion, team NCAA champion member. and additionally, a high school cross country coach. I help other prep and pro athletes reach flow state before a major competition.
14 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
Sports Psychology
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LMHC, LCPC, LPC
Rocker Health has experienced and competent staff to deal with these issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Sports Psychology
Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LEP, NCC, APCC, AMFT, ASW, NCC
For athletes, the mental game is just as important as the physical one. We help you navigate performance anxiety, injury recovery, and the high-pressure identity of being an athlete using specialized mental conditioning and EMDR.
4 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Bakersfield sits at the southern end of California's San Joaquin Valley and is shaped by its oil industry and agricultural economy — two sectors with distinct occupational cultures that affect how residents approach mental health and help-seeking. The city has a large and long-established Hispanic community, and bilingual Spanish-English therapists serve a critical access role for families where language barriers limit engagement with mainstream mental health services. Kern Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources alongside a relatively sparse private practice community — Bakersfield has fewer therapists per capita than comparable California cities, making telehealth an important access route. The city's conservative political culture and strong evangelical community mean faith-integrated approaches to therapy are in consistent demand.
Sports Psychology therapists in Bakersfield, California Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Bakersfield, California average 17 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (62%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (46%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 31% |
Female |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 62% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 46% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Gestalt Therapy |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 69% | Senior |
| 62% | Teen |
| 46% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Men |
| 62% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Military / Veterans |
| 46% | Christian |