Sports Psychology therapists in Woodstock, NY
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Woodstock, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Woodstock, NY
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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 Woodstock, NY
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Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D
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 Woodstock, NY (Online Only)
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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
Online in Woodstock, NY
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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 Woodstock, NY (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Woodstock, NY Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Woodstock, NY average 16 years of experience and charge around $274 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$274
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
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 47% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Men |
| 63% | Women |
| 58% | Christian |
| 53% | Military / Veterans |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |