Sports Psychology therapists in Eden, NC
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Eden, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Dr. Rue PLLC
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My treatment in sports psychology focuses on enhancing athletic performance and mental toughness, using techniques that build confidence, focus, and resilience. This approach aims to empower athletes to overcome psychological barriers, optimizing their potential in both training and competitive environments.
15 Years Experience
Online in Eden, NC (Online Only)
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Dr. Jeffrey Huttman
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed psychologist, I have extensive experience treating both professional and college age athletes to maximize performance . I utilize an eclectic blend of CBT, DBT, mindfulness and relaxation techniques to help guide improvement both on and off the court.
23 Years Experience
Online in Eden, NC
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Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
Here at HHAWC, we offer psychotherapy services to help athletes and active individuals enhance performance, build mental resilience, and navigate the psychological demands of sport and competition. Our approach focuses on developing skills such as focus, confidence, motivation, emotional regulation, and effective response to pressure and setbacks. We also address challenges including performance anxiety, injury recovery, burnout, and transitions within or beyond athletic involvement. Treatment is individualized and collaborative, supporting both mental well-being and optimal performance in training, competition, and daily life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Eden, NC (Online Only)
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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 Eden, NC
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Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Sports are often treated like they’re just about performance—but for many athletes, it becomes your identity, your structure, and the lens through which you’re evaluated. You’re expected to push through, stay disciplined, and perform no matter what’s happening mentally or physically. There’s constant pressure—coaches, teammates, expectations, comparisons—and very little space to actually process what that does to you. When things start to shift—burnout, anxiety, injury, loss of confidence, or stepping away from sport—it can feel like everything underneath it gets shaken too.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t just focus on performance—we look at the full impact. We help you understand how pressure, expectations, and identity are shaping how you show up, both in your sport and outside of it. From there, we actively build strategies that actually hold under pressure—regulation, focus, recovery, and ways to respond to setbacks without spiraling. We also name the culture of sports itself—the normalization of overtraining, the tying of worth to performance, the lack of space for anything outside of winning—so you’re not internalizing something that was never yours to carry. This is about helping you perform with clarity and consistency, while also building a sense of self that isn’t dependent on how you perform that day.
9 Years Experience
Online in Eden, NC (Online Only)
Sports Psychology therapists in Eden, NC Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Eden, NC average 17 years of experience and charge around $229 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$229
Accept insurance
23%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 65% |
Online Only |
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| 35% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 54% | Senior |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 35% | Jewish |
| 31% | Christian |