Sports Psychology therapists in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Sports
Lauren Chavis
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Athletes face a unique combination of performance pressure, expectations, identity, competition, and setbacks. As a former collegiate athlete, I understand the demands of competitive sports and work with athletes on performance anxiety, confidence, perfectionism, motivation, injury and transition, and managing the mental side of competition.
16 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Sports Psychology therapists in Rancho Santa Fe, CA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Rancho Santa Fe, CA average 19 years of experience and charge around $226 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (44%), and Behavioral Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$226
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Male |
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| 36% |
Female |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 33% | Gestalt Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 78% | Men |
| 67% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 52% | Black / African American |
| 52% | Christian |