Sports Psychology therapists in Fort Myers, FL
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Fort Myers, Florida. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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David Essel, M.S., O.M.
Counselor/Therapist, Master's Degree Psychology, Ordained All Faiths Minister
After playing basketball for a Division 1 college, Syracuse University, for 2 years, David fell in love with teaching mental toughness in all sports! For the past 37 years, number one best-selling author, counselor, life coach and sports psychology expert David Essel has helped hundreds of athletes to break through their own mental barriers, their own mind blocks, to be able to maximize their potential in their sport of choice. Here’s the opportunity to work with one of the top professionals in the world today, in order to start having more fun and success in any and all sports that you participate in. Basketball, tennis, baseball, golf, football, and skeet shooting are just a few of his specialties.
46 Years Experience
In-Person in Fort Myers, FL 33907
Online in Fort Myers, FL
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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 Fort Myers, FL (Online Only)
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Paul T. Haefner, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
For more than 30 years I've helped athletes and equestrians turn self-doubt into confidence, fear into courage, distraction into focus, and pressure into performance. Whether you're chasing a competitive goal, stuck in a slump, or rebuilding your nerve after a fall or injury, we'll train the mental side of your sport with the same seriousness you bring to the physical. It's the work Riding Far was built on and it reaches well beyond the arena.
35 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL
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Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed sports performance counseling and sports psychology coaching for athletes seeking to improve focus, confidence, consistency, and performance under pressure. He works with athletes across multiple sports, including golf, basketball, soccer, baseball, ice hockey, swimming, tennis, and football, supporting both competitive and recreational performers.
Many athletes struggle with performance anxiety, confidence blocks, inconsistency, fear of failure, difficulty performing under pressure, or mental barriers that interfere with reaching their full potential. These challenges can affect reaction time, decision-making, focus, emotional regulation, and overall performance outcomes.
Brad takes a holistic, performance-focused approach to sports psychology, helping athletes strengthen mental resilience, improve concentration, regulate performance anxiety, and develop a more confident and stable mindset in competition. Therapy and coaching are tailored to the individual athlete’s goals, sport demands, and competitive environment.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), mental performance strategies, visualization techniques, emotional regulation skills, and holistic coaching approaches to help athletes identify and reduce mental blocks that may interfere with peak performance. This can include working through past experiences, performance-related stress, or underlying emotional patterns that impact confidence and focus.
Sessions may focus on building pre-performance routines, improving focus under pressure, enhancing recovery from mistakes, and developing a strong, consistent “competitive mindset.” Athletes also work on balancing training demands with mental and emotional well-being to support sustainable performance and prevent burnout.
Brad’s approach is collaborative and individualized, helping athletes create practical mental strategies they can apply in training and competition. The goal is not only improved performance outcomes, but also greater confidence, enjoyment of the sport, and long-term mental resilience.
With the right mental training and support, athletes can overcome performance barriers, unlock greater consistency, and compete with clarity, confidence, and control under pressure.
28 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL (Online Only)
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Michael Zamrin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MSW, MA
In the world of sports, physical skill is only part of the equation—mental strength, focus, and confidence are just as crucial to success. As a therapist with a special interest in sports psychology, I help young athletes overcome the internal obstacles that can hold them back, such as performance anxiety, self-doubt, and negative thinking. Through targeted mental skills training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a supportive therapeutic relationship, I work with athletes to build confidence, develop resilience, and stay mentally strong under pressure. My goal is to help young athletes move past the fears and mental blocks that get in the way, so they can fully access their potential and perform at their best—both on and off the field.
36 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Fort Myers, FL Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Fort Myers, FL average 17 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Behavioral Therapy (44%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 47% |
Female |
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| 45% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Christian |