Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, New York NY
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Francis A. Bax
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, CASAC-Master
As a former touring professional bowler with local and state Hall of Fame credentials and national championship titles, I help clients who are elite and top level performers as well as those athletes with significant potential and ability to deal with the mental barriers that impact their sports performance, and provide the tools to help those performers attain the top levels in their chosen sports.
31 Years Experience
In-Person Near Amherst, NY
Online in Amherst, NY New York
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Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I work with athletes and active adults seeking to enhance performance, focus, and mental resilience in sports or high-pressure environments. Many clients struggle with performance anxiety, motivation, self-confidence, or maintaining consistency under stress. My approach combines evidence-based psychological strategies with practical mental skills training, helping clients optimize focus, manage pressure, recover from setbacks, and perform at their best while maintaining balance and well-being.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York (Online Only)
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Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Athletes face unique mental challenges including performance anxiety, injury recovery, motivation, and the pressure to excel. I apply psychiatric expertise to sports psychology, helping athletes develop mental toughness, visualization skills, and strategies to manage competitive stress. My approach addresses both performance optimization and the mental health challenges that can arise in high-pressure athletic environments.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York
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Jay Shaw
Hypnotherapist, CHt (Certified Hypnotherapist)
Athletic performance breaks down between the ears before it breaks down on the field. Choke moments, performance anxiety, inconsistency under pressure these are subconscious patterns, not skill gaps. I work with competitive athletes to rebuild the identity they compete from: new pressure responses, new pre-performance baselines, and a nervous system calibrated for execution when it counts most.
8 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York
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Private Virtual Sessions with Tommy are Easy, Convenient & Effective * both Phone & Online Sessions available * 10am to 10pm / Mon-Sun
Counselor/Therapist, QHHT, RC, SC
Sports Psychology - Tommy has been a High Profile Athlete all His life & has Competed at the Highest Levels in both Sports & in His Professional Career(s). These experiences have brought many challenges that needed to be met & overcome.
Tommy can easily identify with his Client(s) challenges which enables him to be highly effective in supporting them often bringing about a complete & successful improvement in their performance.
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14 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, NY New York
Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, New York Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, New York average 16 years of experience and charge around $267 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (53%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$267
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Male |
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| 23% |
Female |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Christian Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 47% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Men |
| 63% | Women |
| 53% | Christian |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Military / Veterans |