Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, VA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Dr. Michelle Solomon
Psychologist, PsyD
I support athletes and performers navigating the mental and emotional demands of their sport or craft. My approach blends practical strategies with emotional insight to strengthen both your game and your confidence.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
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Andrea Elkon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a former collegiate volleyball and softball player, I understand that athletic performance incorporates so much more than physical training. I work with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, confidence, focus, or team dynamics. Additionally, I see athletes after they have experienced some major event in their athletic lives; such as acute and chronic injuries, pain, illness, or physical changes with aging. Athletes also struggle frequently with eating concerns and body image. Please feel free to reach out to me to learn more about my approach to treating sports-related performance.
21 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LMHC, LCPC, LPC
Rocker Health has experienced and competent staff to deal with these issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA
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Dr. Samantha Morris
Psychologist, PsyD
I have experience working with athletes from HS, collegiate, professional, and Olympic levels. I have specific knowledge about the stressors that come with being an athlete and performing at high levels. I work extensively with DI college athletes and am listed on the USOPC Mental Health Directory. Some of my interests and specialties within the field of sports psychology include anxiety (including performance anxiety), mindfulness, injury, return to sport after injury, managing chronic health conditions while being an athlete, and high pressure positions.
11 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
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Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’re an athlete or performer, you may know exactly what you’re capable of—yet find that in key moments, you don’t perform at your best. You might overthink, lose focus, feel pressure, or struggle with confidence despite strong preparation and skill. This gap between what you can do in practice and what shows up under pressure can be frustrating and hard to explain.
I help athletes close that gap by training both the mind and the body to perform consistently under pressure. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify and shift the thought patterns that interfere with focus and confidence. With clinical hypnosis, NLP, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), we work at a deeper level to strengthen concentration, reduce performance anxiety, and condition automatic responses that support peak performance. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you stay present, grounded, and fully engaged in the moment—so you can execute rather than overthink.
What’s often missing isn’t ability—you already have the skill set. What’s missing is a reliable way to access that ability consistently, especially when it matters most. Without that, performance can feel unpredictable, and confidence can fluctuate based on outcomes rather than staying stable.
The fact that you’re here suggests you want to perform at a higher level. If you’re willing to train your mind as intentionally as you train your body, I can help you improve focus, build confidence, and perform more consistently when it counts.
27 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA
Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, VA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Amherst, VA average 17 years of experience and charge around $234 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Behavioral Therapy (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$234
Accept insurance
23%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 48% |
Female |
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| 43% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
In Person and Online |
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| 49% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |
| 34% | Christian |
| 34% | Jewish |