Sports Psychology therapists in Woodland Park, Colorado CO
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Sports
Palmer Psychology
Treatment Center
Several of our therapists are or have been competitive athletes. We are here to help you with your sports and performance psychology needs.
19 Years Experience
Online in Woodland Park, CO Colorado
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 Woodland Park, CO Colorado
Sports
Dr. Sheryl Ferguson
Psychologist, (Psy.D.)
I can help with sports psychology. During our collaborative experience together, I will provide an empathic and caring space to help you move through your struggles, so you can live your best life. Together we will find ways towards a path of feeling better, leaning new coping skills to reconnect with your internal self.
23 Years Experience
Online in Woodland Park, CO Colorado (Online Only)
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 Woodland Park, CO Colorado
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 Woodland Park, CO Colorado
Sports Psychology therapists in Woodland Park, Colorado Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Woodland Park, Colorado average 17 years of experience and charge around $225 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
$225
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 48% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
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% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 34% | Christian |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |