Sports Psychology therapists in Carlsbad, CA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Carlsbad, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA (Online Only)
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 Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA
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 Carlsbad, CA (Online Only)
Carlsbad is an affluent coastal North County San Diego city of beaches, biotech and golf-industry employers, and Legoland's family tourism. Mental health needs skew toward high-functioning stress — career and achievement pressure, family expectations, and the quiet isolation that prosperous coastal suburbs can hide. A strong North County private therapy market serves the community.
Sports Psychology therapists in Carlsbad, CA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Carlsbad, CA average 19 years of experience and charge around $229 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (52%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$229
Accept insurance
28%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 35% |
Female |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 64% | Teen |
| 40% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Men |
| 56% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Christian |
| 48% | Jewish |