Sports Psychology therapists in Plainville, Connecticut CT
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Dr. Samantha Morris
Psychologist, PsyD
I have experience working with athletes from HS, collegiate, professional, and Olympic levels. I have specific knowledge about the stressors that come with being an athlete and performing at high levels. I work extensively with DI college athletes and am listed on the USOPC Mental Health Directory. Some of my interests and specialties within the field of sports psychology include anxiety (including performance anxiety), mindfulness, injury, return to sport after injury, managing chronic health conditions while being an athlete, and high pressure positions.
11 Years Experience
Online in Plainville, CT Connecticut (Online Only)
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Powell Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Plainville, CT
Online in Plainville, CT Connecticut
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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 Plainville, CT Connecticut (Online Only)
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Marc Feinberg
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, CBC
Great athletes train their bodies — champions train their minds. Sports psychology unlocks the mental edge that separates talent from greatness. Pressure, fear, and self-doubt can sabotage performance, but mental mastery transforms them into fuel for focus and confidence. Through visualization, emotional control, and belief training, athletes learn to turn setbacks into comebacks and nerves into power. The goal isn’t just to win — it’s to perform with freedom, clarity, and joy. When your mind and heart align with your purpose, your potential becomes unstoppable. Every victory begins in the mind — and greatness follows where belief leads.
26 Years Experience
Online in Plainville, CT Connecticut
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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 Plainville, CT Connecticut
Sports Psychology therapists in Plainville, Connecticut Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Plainville, Connecticut average 18 years of experience and charge around $240 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$240
Accept insurance
20%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 46% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
Online Only |
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| 44% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 56% | Senior |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 48% | Military / Veterans |
| 40% | Jewish |
| 40% | Christian |