Sports Psychology therapists in Grand Rapids, MN
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Beth Anderson
Counselor/Therapist, M.Ed., LPCC
Helping client's expand on their identity & work through life issues or fears that may be getting in the way of their overall confidence or performance.
7 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MN
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Orka Health and Wellness, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LMFT, LPCC
Integrating mental health support with athletic performance requires a specialized understanding of the "athlete's mindset." Whether you are a competitive student-athlete (ages 10+), a collegiate performer, or a weekend warrior, our Master’s level, clinically licensed therapists help you bridge the gap between your mental well-being and your physical goals.
The Mental Edge: Therapy for Athletes & Performers
In sports, mental health is performance. We help athletes move past the mental blocks that keep them from their full potential, while ensuring they remain resilient individuals outside of their sport.
How We Support Athletes
We address the unique pressures of the athletic world using evidence-based clinical tools:
Identity & Self-Esteem: We help athletes build a sense of self that isn't solely tied to their stats or win/loss record—a crucial step for long-term mental health.
Injury Recovery: Navigating the grief and frustration of being sidelined, helping you maintain a positive mindset during physical rehab.
High-Conflict Systems: For youth athletes, we help navigate the "high-conflict" dynamics that can arise between players, parents, and coaches.
Our Specialized Youth Approach (Ages 10+)
For younger athletes, we utilize specialized interactive software to help them visualize goals, track their emotional "game film," and build the self-esteem necessary to thrive both on and off the field.
Your Performance Roadmap
Every athlete’s journey starts with a full assessment to determine where your mental "blind spots" are.
Clinical Assessment: We look at the intersection of your life and your sport.
Goal Setting: We set specific markers for success—such as reducing pre-game panic, improving focus, or healing from a past injury.
Collaborative Plan: We discuss a treatment plan together that respects your training schedule and competitive season.
We know that athletes have demanding schedules. We make it easy to get the support you need:
Online Therapy: Meet with your therapist from home or while traveling for games.
Free Consults: Meet with a therapist to ensure they "get" your sport and your goals before you dive in.
5 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MN (Online Only)
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Lauren Chavis
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Athletes face a unique combination of performance pressure, expectations, identity, competition, and setbacks. As a former collegiate athlete, I understand the demands of competitive sports and work with athletes on performance anxiety, confidence, perfectionism, motivation, injury and transition, and managing the mental side of competition.
16 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MN
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Melissa LaCour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Elite performance isn't just physical. The athletes and coaches who sustain long careers are the ones who give the same attention to their mental game that they give to their physical training. I work with college and professional athletes, high school competitors, and coaches navigating performance anxiety, burnout, identity after injury or retirement, team conflict, and the relentless pressure to perform. I've competed as a distance runner and tennis player, so I understand firsthand what it means to push through mental resistance when your body and mind are working against each other. My approach is direct, practical, and built around your specific competitive context.
8 Years Experience
Online in Grand Rapids, MN
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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 Grand Rapids, MN
Sports Psychology therapists in Grand Rapids, MN Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Grand Rapids, MN average 17 years of experience and charge around $232 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Behavioral Therapy (47%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$232
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 46% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 34% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Black / African American |
| 31% | Christian |