Sports Psychology therapists in Southaven, MS
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Southaven, Mississippi. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Southaven, MS (Online Only)
South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Are you an athlete seeking to enhance your mental game? At South Psychology, we specialize in sports psychology services for kids, teens, and adults. Our team of dedicated therapists is here to help you achieve optimal performance, overcome mental barriers, and thrive in your athletic pursuits.
Why Choose South Psychology for Sports Psychology?
Tailored Approach: We recognize that each athlete’s journey is unique. Whether you’re a young soccer player, a teenage gymnast, or a seasoned adult competitor, we customize our services to meet your specific needs.
Performance Enhancement: Our evidence-based techniques focus on mental toughness, goal-setting, visualization, and concentration. We’ll empower you to perform at your best under pressure.
Stress Management: Sports can be demanding, both physically and mentally. We provide strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and performance-related worries.
Team Dynamics: For team athletes, we address group dynamics, communication, and cohesion to foster a supportive and successful environment.
Our Sports Psychology Services Include:
Individual Consultations: Dive deep into your mental game through one-on-one sessions.
Goal Setting and Motivation: Define clear objectives and stay motivated throughout your athletic journey.
Pre-Competition Routines: Develop rituals and mental cues to boost confidence before competitions.
Recovery Strategies: Learn techniques to recover mentally after intense training or competitions.
Parent and Coach Consultations: Involve parents and coaches in your mental training process.
8 Years Experience
Online in Southaven, MS
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adult athletes, including those competing professionally, internationally, or at other elite levels. My focus is not on coaching your performance, but on supporting you as a human being who also happens to be an athlete. I work with people across all stages of their careers: the early years of building identity and navigating expectations, the intensity and visibility of peak competition, the disruption of injury, and the uncertainty that can come with transition or retirement. I work with athletes who are in the thick of their careers and those who are on the other side of competition, asking, “Who am I now, if I’m not defined by sport?” Even when things look successful from the outside, it can feel isolating to hold so much pressure, expectation, and visibility on your own.
Many athletes I see are navigating relationship strains connected to training, travel, and time away; the expectations and sacrifices that come with elite sport; pressure from coaches, sponsors, media, or social media; life in the public eye with very little true privacy; perfectionism, self-criticism, and the sense that you can never fully relax; family expectations; worries about long-term health or injury; questions of trust; and wondering who you are if you are not always competing, winning, or pushing through. There is often a deeper challenge of finding meaning, identity, and purpose beyond sport.
Confidentiality is central to this work. My office is intentionally private, with no shared waiting room or overlapping sessions, so you can arrive and leave without being seen by other clients. You are not just an athlete or a brand, you are a person navigating a complex life, relationships, health, and big decisions about the future. Our work centers you as a whole human, so you have a stable place to sort through what you are navigating and how you want to move forward.
26 Years Experience
Online in Southaven, MS
Dr. Thomas Ballas
Psychologist, PhD; PSYPACT
I am a clinical psychologist with specialized expertise in performance enhancement, drawing from my experiences as an operational psychologist in the U.S. Army. During my military career, I worked extensively with individuals operating in high-stress environments, helping them build mental resilience, maintain focus, and perform at their peak during critical missions. These experiences have given me a unique understanding of the psychological demands of high-pressure situations, which translates seamlessly into the world of sports and performance at all levels of competition.
With advanced training in evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques, I help athletes and performers optimize their mental game. Whether you're striving to overcome mental blocks, enhance focus, or build confidence, my goal is to help you unlock your full potential. Together, we will develop a tailored approach to strengthen your mindset, improve performance, and achieve success in your sport or field.
10 Years Experience
Online in Southaven, MS
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
To be a sustainable in your efforts to excel, it's important to be able to not only access your drive, but also to actually fully rest on your off-time. Somatic Experiencing can help with both of those things.
And if you have an injury or trauma on the way that starts blocking your ability to do the things you want to do, we can work together to help your body bounce back from the stress of that incident.
11 Years Experience
Online in Southaven, MS (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Southaven, MS Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Southaven, MS average 18 years of experience and charge around $250 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (52%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (43%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$250
Accept insurance
17%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 61% |
Online Only |
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| 39% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Integrative Therapy |
| 26% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Christian |
| 30% | Jewish |