Sports Psychology therapists in West Islip, New York NY
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Sports Psychology
Long Island Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R, CCTP
Elite performance requires more than physical training—it demands an unshakeable mindset. Whether you are an athlete struggling with performance anxiety, recovering from an injury, battling a severe slump, or fighting perfectionism, the mental blocks can feel paralyzing. I use a forward-focused blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you develop laser focus, manage high-stakes pressure, and build emotional resilience. Together, we will transform your relationship with stress so you can perform freely, compete at your highest level, and find joy in the game again.
26 Years Experience
Online in West Islip, NY New York (Online Only)
Sports Psychology
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 West Islip, NY New York (Online Only)
Sports Psychology
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
In-Person Near West Islip, NY
Online in West Islip, NY New York
Sports Psychology
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
Online in West Islip, NY New York
Sports Psychology
Marc Feinberg
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, CBC
Great athletes train their bodies — champions train their minds. Sports psychology unlocks the mental edge that separates talent from greatness. Pressure, fear, and self-doubt can sabotage performance, but mental mastery transforms them into fuel for focus and confidence. Through visualization, emotional control, and belief training, athletes learn to turn setbacks into comebacks and nerves into power. The goal isn’t just to win — it’s to perform with freedom, clarity, and joy. When your mind and heart align with your purpose, your potential becomes unstoppable. Every victory begins in the mind — and greatness follows where belief leads.
26 Years Experience
Online in West Islip, NY New York
Sports Psychology therapists in West Islip, New York Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in West Islip, New York average 16 years of experience and charge around $224 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$224
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Male |
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| 23% |
Female |
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| 10% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 43% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Men |
| 62% | Women |
| 52% | Military / Veterans |
| 52% | Christian |
| 48% | Persons with Disabilities |