Sports Psychology therapists in San Diego, California CA
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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 San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
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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 in San Diego, CA 92037
Online in San Diego, CA California
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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 in San Diego, CA 92102
Online in San Diego, CA California
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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 in San Diego, CA 92121
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Dr. Maxwell Rappoport
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I support athletes, performers, and professionals in high-pressure fields using Performance Psychology, CBT, and Mindfulness-based Performance Enhancement. Together, we target mental blocks, performance anxiety, and confidence issues—helping you optimize focus, resilience, and enjoyment in your sport or craft.
9 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Sports Psychology therapists in San Diego, California Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in San Diego, California average 19 years of experience and charge around $228 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (52%), and Behavioral Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$228
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Male |
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| 33% |
Female |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Men |
| 59% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Military / Veterans |
| 44% | Black / African American |