Sports Psychology therapists in Rochester, NY
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Rochester, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
I offer a compassionate, tailored approach to support athletes in managing the mental and emotional challenges of sport. Whether you’re facing performance anxiety, motivation issues, or recovery from injury, we’ll work together at your pace to build resilience, focus, and confidence. My goal is to help you enhance your mental game and achieve balance both on and off the field.
2 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY (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 Rochester, NY
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Powell Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Please see our website. www.powellmentalhealth.com
3 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY
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Stuart Hellebrand, M.S., C.Ht.
Hypnotherapist
Hypnosis is a valuable tool for those seeking a competitive edge in sports performance. I have been involved with sports performance improvement since the 1970’s through my work with sports competitors to include recreational golfers, collegiate middle-distance runners and swimmers, marathon runners, and others. Noteworthy, among my clients, has been a CIF track and field champion, a swimmer on Cal Berkeley’s 2X national championship team, a collegiate middle-distance champion, and a marathoner who successfully completed the Mount Everest Marathon.
Addressing the performance aspects of sports through hypnosis complements physical training and can lead to breakthrough performances. My use of hypnosis works by reprogramming negative self-talk, empowering performance through affirmations and guided imagery, boosting confidence, and reducing anxiety. In that pre-competition jitters or fear of failure can derail an athlete’s mindset, hypnosis employs subconscious relaxation techniques and guided imagery to reduce cortisol levels and promote a calm composed state of mind, while fostering a winning attitude.
Studies have shown the efficacy of hypnosis in sports. For example, a 2016 review in the International Journal of Sports Science highlighted significant performance improvements in athletes who used hypnosis compared to those who did not. Those who used hypnosis reported better focus, reduced pre-competition anxiety, and enhanced execution of skills after hypnosis sessions.
In sports performance counseling, my use of hypnosis facilitates vivid mental imagery, allowing athletes to visualize successful performance. Research has shown that mental rehearsal can strengthen neural pathways, helping the body to perform as if it has already achieved the desired outcome. Using hypnotic relaxation to tap into an athlete’s subconscious allows the competitor to tap into their commitment to training, discipline, and goal achievement in a stress-free manner.
59 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY
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Resilience Therapy Group
Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP, PMH-C
Performance pressure, injury, identity, and motivation all live where sport meets mental health. Our clinicians work with athletes to strengthen focus, manage anxiety, and build the mental resilience that supports both performance and the whole person behind it.
11 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY
Sports Psychology therapists in Rochester, NY Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Rochester, NY average 15 years of experience and charge around $271 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (55%), and Behavioral Therapy (45%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$271
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Male |
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| 30% |
Female |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 45% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 40% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Men |
| 75% | Women |
| 60% | Christian |
| 55% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |