Sports Psychology therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia VA
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Sports Psychology
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 Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Sports Psychology
Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
Psychologist, Ed.D., ABPP
In my work as a sports psychology consultant, I help individuals at all levels of sports to perform at their best. Depending on the individual, I might assist them in learning to relax and reduce excess nerves and anxiety. We might focus on improving confidence through developing healthy self talk and eliminating negative "blocking" beliefs. For some clients, the issue might be dealing with injuries coping with retirement. As a sports psychology consultant and mental skills coach, I have worked with children as young a 10 and seniors in their 70's and beyond.From individual sports like tennis and swimming to team sports like basketball and hockey, I help athletes improve in their sport and in their lives both on and off the playing field.
51 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Sports Psychology
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 Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Sports Psychology
Dr. Meghan Miller
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
As both a clinical psychologist and someone deeply embedded in sport culture, I work with athletes navigating both performance goals and mental health concerns. Sports psychology is not only about optimizing performance under pressure, improving focus, or strengthening confidence. It also includes addressing anxiety, burnout, identity struggles, injury recovery, depression, and the clinical needs that often go unspoken in competitive environments. I integrate evidence-based therapies such as CBT and ACT to help athletes regulate emotions, manage performance pressure, and build resilience while also attending to underlying mental health concerns. My approach supports the whole person, not just the athlete, so success is sustainable both on and off the field.
14 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Sports Psychology
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
One of our clinicians specializes in mental health performance and works exclusively with college and professional level athletes to optimize their success and mental health simultaneously.
28 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Sports Psychology therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia average 18 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (86%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Family Systems Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Accept insurance
24%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 46% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 86% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Integrative Therapy |
| 31% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 62% | Teen |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | Women |
| 45% | Military / Veterans |
| 41% | Men |
| 34% | Jewish |
| 31% | Christian |