Sports Psychology therapists in Ridgewood, NJ
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Natalie Mena
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
I work with athletes, from students to competitive adults, who want to perform with more confidence and consistency. Together we address performance anxiety, pressure, burnout, and the stress of balancing sport with school or work. Using evidence-based strategies such as goal setting, focus training, and healthy coping skills, I help you build a resilient mindset that supports both your play and your well-being.
15 Years Experience
Online in Ridgewood, NJ (Online Only)
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Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Performance under pressure is a mental skill, not just a physical one. Every athlete knows what it feels like to train well and compete poorly, to let a mistake spiral, to tighten up at the wrong moment, or to carry the weight of expectation in a way that works against you. The physical side of athletic performance gets enormous attention. The mental side is often undertrained, misunderstood, or ignored entirely until it becomes a problem.
I bring both clinical training and firsthand experience to this work. I have competed at a high level, captained teams, and coached a championship baseball program. I understand what it takes to perform when it matters, how quickly confidence can erode under pressure, and what separates athletes who get the most out of their ability from those who do not. That experience shapes how I work with athletes in a way that no textbook alone can replicate.
In our work together, we address the mental side of performance directly. That includes managing anxiety and performance pressure, developing focus and consistency, building resilience after setbacks or injury, working through slumps, and strengthening the mental habits that allow athletes to compete at their ceiling rather than below it. We also address the identity and transition challenges that come with sport, including what happens when a career or playing days come to an end.
I work with athletes at every level, from high school competitors navigating recruitment pressure to college athletes managing expectations to adult athletes and executives who bring a performance mindset to everything they do.
If you are ready to take the mental side of your performance as seriously as the physical, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ridgewood, NJ
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Dr. Kimberlyann Marsden
Psychologist
I have a passion for working with athletes of all levels. I have a unique perspective because I have experienced sports from many different perspectives: child athlete, collegiate- All American, coach ( from child recreation level to Division 1), parent of athletes, sports psychology researcher and therapist. I take a holistic approach to working with athletes which means I look not only at sport performance but how the athlete is functioning in life- their overall health and well-being. Sessions may include sport specific techniques for performance enhancement, general stress reduction and breathwork techniques, cognitive strategies to enhance mind-set and self-efficacy.
26 Years Experience
Online in Ridgewood, NJ (Online Only)
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Dr. Dana Spada
Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Spada can support you through issues you might be having relating to sports. She can support you while you navigate your emotions and process what you're experiencing. She can provide you with the tools to progress.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ridgewood, NJ
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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 Ridgewood, NJ (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Ridgewood, NJ Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Ridgewood, NJ average 18 years of experience and charge around $241 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Behavioral Therapy (46%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$241
Accept insurance
26%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 48% |
Male |
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| 46% |
Female |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 51% |
In Person and Online |
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| 49% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 54% | Men |
| 37% | Jewish |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 34% | Christian |