Sports Psychology therapists in Bostonia, CA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Bostonia, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Sports
Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Athletes face unique pressures — performance, injury recovery, competition, and identity. I work with clients to strengthen focus, manage stress, and balance the drive for achievement with overall well-being.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bostonia, CA
Online in Bostonia, CA
Sports
Jacqlyn Wax Creviston
Psychologist, M.A. Sports Pysychology; Psy.D Clinical Psychology
Treatment for Sports Psychology Include:
positive self-talk
imagery
goal setting
relaxation techniques
Stress management and coping skills
6 Years Experience
Online in Bostonia, CA (Online Only)
Sports
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Elite performance lives in the space between physical mastery and mental precision — where the body knows exactly what to do, but the brain must stay calm enough to let it.
Neurofeedback trains this state deliberately, building the focused, composed neural patterns that separate good athletes from great ones. Reaction time sharpens, performance anxiety dissolves, and the brain learns to access the zone on demand — not just by accident.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bostonia, CA
Sports
Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Athletes face unique psychological challenges; performance anxiety, identity tied to sport, injury recovery, and the pressure to perform consistently at the highest level. We work with athletes to develop mental resilience, manage performance anxiety, and build the psychological skills that translate directly to better performance and a healthier relationship with their sport.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bostonia, CA
Online in Bostonia, CA
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 Bostonia, CA
Sports Psychology therapists in Bostonia, CA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Bostonia, CA average 19 years of experience and charge around $225 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (57%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (43%), and Behavioral Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$225
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
|
| 35% |
Female |
|
| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
|
| 6% |
Non-Binary |
|
Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 32% |
Online Only |
|
| 4% |
In Person Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 57% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 32% | Gestalt Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Men |
| 64% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Black / African American |
| 50% | Christian |