Sports Psychology therapists in Pueblo, CO
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Sports
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
One of our clinicians specializes in mental health performance and works exclusively with college and professional level athletes to optimize their success and mental health simultaneously.
28 Years Experience
Online in Pueblo, CO
Sports
Averill Hovey
Art Therapist, MA, MA, LPC-S, ATR-BC, EMDR
Athletic performance involves much more than physical ability. Confidence, focus, emotional regulation, motivation, identity, and the ability to respond to pressure can all influence how an athlete experiences both competition and themselves.
I work with athletes to explore the connection between mind and body while developing greater awareness of the thoughts, emotions, and physical responses that emerge during training and competition. Drawing from art therapy, somatic and mindfulness-based practices, Gestalt and experiential approaches, visualization, and yoga-informed principles, I help athletes develop strategies for managing performance anxiety, maintaining focus, building confidence, and recovering from setbacks.
Our work can also address the experiences surrounding sport, including injury and rehabilitation, perfectionism, burnout, changing roles, team dynamics, and the challenge of maintaining a sense of identity beyond athletic performance. The goal is to support athletes in performing with greater presence and confidence while fostering a healthier, more sustainable relationship with themselves and their sport.
13 Years Experience
Online in Pueblo, CO
Sports
Katie Steinert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
You spend countless hours practicing the physical skills necessary to be great at what you do. But do you invest in the mastering the mental side? Common performance struggles include performance anxiety, low confidence, inconsistent performances, and returning from injury. Let's collaborate to help you perform your best and to enjoy what you do.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pueblo, CO (Online Only)
Sports
Stuart Hellebrand, M.S., C.Ht.
Hypnotherapist
Hypnosis is a valuable tool for those seeking a competitive edge in sports performance. I have been involved with sports performance improvement since the 1970’s through my work with sports competitors to include recreational golfers, collegiate middle-distance runners and swimmers, marathon runners, and others. Noteworthy, among my clients, has been a CIF track and field champion, a swimmer on Cal Berkeley’s 2X national championship team, a collegiate middle-distance champion, and a marathoner who successfully completed the Mount Everest Marathon.
Addressing the performance aspects of sports through hypnosis complements physical training and can lead to breakthrough performances. My use of hypnosis works by reprogramming negative self-talk, empowering performance through affirmations and guided imagery, boosting confidence, and reducing anxiety. In that pre-competition jitters or fear of failure can derail an athlete’s mindset, hypnosis employs subconscious relaxation techniques and guided imagery to reduce cortisol levels and promote a calm composed state of mind, while fostering a winning attitude.
Studies have shown the efficacy of hypnosis in sports. For example, a 2016 review in the International Journal of Sports Science highlighted significant performance improvements in athletes who used hypnosis compared to those who did not. Those who used hypnosis reported better focus, reduced pre-competition anxiety, and enhanced execution of skills after hypnosis sessions.
In sports performance counseling, my use of hypnosis facilitates vivid mental imagery, allowing athletes to visualize successful performance. Research has shown that mental rehearsal can strengthen neural pathways, helping the body to perform as if it has already achieved the desired outcome. Using hypnotic relaxation to tap into an athlete’s subconscious allows the competitor to tap into their commitment to training, discipline, and goal achievement in a stress-free manner.
59 Years Experience
Online in Pueblo, CO
Sports
Dr. Michelle Solomon
Psychologist, PsyD
I support athletes and performers navigating the mental and emotional demands of their sport or craft. My approach blends practical strategies with emotional insight to strengthen both your game and your confidence.
9 Years Experience
Online in Pueblo, CO (Online Only)
Pueblo is a southern Colorado city with a proud steel-town identity and significant Hispanic heritage—sometimes called 'the Home of the Heroes' for its remarkable number of Congressional Medal of Honor recipients per capita—and while the EVRAZ Rocky Mountain Steel mill remains a working facility, Pueblo has navigated significant economic transition and population decline as the regional economy has shifted. Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo (CMHIP) is one of Colorado's two state psychiatric hospitals and provides inpatient behavioral health services for the southern region; a private therapy sector supplements public resources for outpatient care. The city's strong Hispanic cultural roots and working-class identity shape how mental health is discussed and accessed in the community. Common therapy concerns include economic stress and post-industrial community grief, Hispanic cultural identity and intergenerational dynamics, anxiety, depression, and the challenges of maintaining a distinct civic identity in the shadow of Colorado's more prosperous northern cities.
Sports Psychology therapists in Pueblo, CO Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Pueblo, CO average 17 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (37%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
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Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 45% | Military / Veterans |
| 37% | Christian |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |