Sports Psychology therapists in Lexington, VA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Lexington, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Michael Selbst
Psychologist, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA-NJ
Our team has extensive training and expertise in evaluating, treating, and consulting in the area of sports psychology.
28 Years Experience
Online in Lexington, VA
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Alicia Townsend
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Being your best both physically and mentally are crucial for success in sports and other competitive activities. Sport psychology can help you master mental strategies to perform better. Issues such as injury prevention and recovery, fears and anxiety, goal setting and achievement, and more can be addressed with sport psychology. I studied and trained in sport psychology at the University of North Texas, and I can help you improve your physical and mental game.
21 Years Experience
Online in Lexington, VA (Online Only)
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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 Lexington, VA (Online Only)
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Carrie Gauthier
Hypnotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHt
Mental rehearsal is a core tenant of my approach to hypnosis. My motivational and success-oriented outcome hypnotic programming uses a lot of future goals visualized along with elevated emotions to mentally/emotionally rehearse the desired outcome. The subconscious responds to feelings and images very strongly and this is why so many are able to manifest what they desire, it is through mastery of this hypnotic method. We may rely on pineal gland breathing to change our chemical makeup in minutes from a low-frequency emotion to an elevated state.
2 Years Experience
Online in Lexington, 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 Lexington, VA
Sports Psychology therapists in Lexington, VA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Lexington, VA average 17 years of experience and charge around $233 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Behavioral Therapy (42%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$233
Accept insurance
22%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 47% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 28% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 58% | Teen |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 36% | Jewish |
| 33% | Christian |