Sports Psychology therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Santa Barbara, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Dr. Sari Shepphird
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Sari is beyond an expert in sports psychology and recognized as an award winning leader in sport & performance psychology. She works with athletes, coaches, teams and performers from every premiere sport. She works with World Champions, Olympians, elite athletes, and rising stars from nearly every sport imaginable.
30 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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Michael Ceely
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Sport Psychology Services
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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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
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I provide sports and performance psychology to high school, college, and professional athletes. I have worked with world-class athletes in a variety of sports (softball, baseball, soccer, figure skating, fencing, dance, basketball, and more). Whether you are a high school athlete or a professional, I use the most advanced, innovative techniques. I aim to help you feel "flow" more often, improve your overall performance, and experience a new and lasting sense of joy.
25 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (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
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Sports Psychology therapists in Santa Barbara, CA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Santa Barbara, CA average 18 years of experience and charge around $228 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (52%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (44%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$228
Accept insurance
28%
Offer sliding scale
52%
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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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Men |
| 56% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Christian |
| 48% | Jewish |