Sports Psychology therapists in Laguna, CA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Laguna, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Laguna, CA (Online Only)
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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 Laguna, CA
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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 Laguna, CA
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Todd Deutsch
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
For more than 20 years, I’ve worked with athletes around confidence, performance anxiety, pressure, focus, motivation, identity, and the fear of failure. My approach helps athletes better understand what gets in the way mentally, manage the stress of competition, quiet overthinking, and build the confidence and emotional resilience needed to perform more freely and consistently.
21 Years Experience
Online in Laguna, CA
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Oak Bend Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LPC, NCC, LMHC
Success in sports requires more than physical ability—it also requires mental strength, resilience, and confidence. At Oak Bend Therapy, we provide evidence-based sports psychology services to help athletes of all ages and levels enhance mental performance while maintaining emotional well-being. We work with clients to improve focus, manage performance anxiety, build confidence, strengthen resilience, recover from setbacks or injuries, and develop the mindset needed to perform at their best. Whether you are a competitive athlete, student-athlete, or recreational performer, we tailor our approach to your unique goals, helping you overcome mental barriers, maximize performance, and achieve lasting success both in your sport and in everyday life
6 Years Experience
Online in Laguna, CA (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Laguna, CA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Laguna, CA average 18 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Behavioral Therapy (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (43%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 33% |
Female |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 36% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 36% | Gestalt Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Men |
| 61% | Women |
| 50% | Black / African American |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Christian |