Sports Psychology therapists in Pullman, Washington WA
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Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed sports performance counseling and sports psychology coaching for athletes seeking to improve focus, confidence, consistency, and performance under pressure. He works with athletes across multiple sports, including golf, basketball, soccer, baseball, ice hockey, swimming, tennis, and football, supporting both competitive and recreational performers.
Many athletes struggle with performance anxiety, confidence blocks, inconsistency, fear of failure, difficulty performing under pressure, or mental barriers that interfere with reaching their full potential. These challenges can affect reaction time, decision-making, focus, emotional regulation, and overall performance outcomes.
Brad takes a holistic, performance-focused approach to sports psychology, helping athletes strengthen mental resilience, improve concentration, regulate performance anxiety, and develop a more confident and stable mindset in competition. Therapy and coaching are tailored to the individual athlete’s goals, sport demands, and competitive environment.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), mental performance strategies, visualization techniques, emotional regulation skills, and holistic coaching approaches to help athletes identify and reduce mental blocks that may interfere with peak performance. This can include working through past experiences, performance-related stress, or underlying emotional patterns that impact confidence and focus.
Sessions may focus on building pre-performance routines, improving focus under pressure, enhancing recovery from mistakes, and developing a strong, consistent “competitive mindset.” Athletes also work on balancing training demands with mental and emotional well-being to support sustainable performance and prevent burnout.
Brad’s approach is collaborative and individualized, helping athletes create practical mental strategies they can apply in training and competition. The goal is not only improved performance outcomes, but also greater confidence, enjoyment of the sport, and long-term mental resilience.
With the right mental training and support, athletes can overcome performance barriers, unlock greater consistency, and compete with clarity, confidence, and control under pressure.
28 Years Experience
Online in Pullman, WA Washington (Online Only)
Jed Jacobson
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
As a lifelong competitive soccer player, I have navigated the emotional landscape of the "athlete" identity. Having expectations from inside and outside about athletic performance can be a joy as well as a burden. When things aren't feeling right, we can dig deep together.
5 Years Experience
Online in Pullman, WA Washington (Online Only)
Alignwell Modern Therapy
Counselor/Therapist
Kylie with Alignwell Modern Therapy specilaizes in working with athletes who want to improve mental performance, manage pressure, and stay focused during competition. Therapy supports confidence, resilience, and emotional balance both in sports and in everyday life. Supporting both adults and youth.
20 Years Experience
Online in Pullman, WA Washington
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide sports psychology services to help athletes enhance performance, build mental resilience, and maintain focus under pressure. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, visualization, and goal-setting techniques, I support clients in managing anxiety, improving confidence, and optimizing motivation. My work focuses on developing a strong mental framework that translates into consistent performance, effective recovery from setbacks, and sustained success in both training and competition.
2 Years Experience
Online in Pullman, WA Washington (Online Only)
Stuart Hellebrand, M.S., C.Ht.
Hypnotherapist
Hypnosis is a valuable tool for those seeking a competitive edge in sports performance. I have been involved with sports performance improvement since the 1970’s through my work with sports competitors to include recreational golfers, collegiate middle-distance runners and swimmers, marathon runners, and others. Noteworthy, among my clients, has been a CIF track and field champion, a swimmer on Cal Berkeley’s 2X national championship team, a collegiate middle-distance champion, and a marathoner who successfully completed the Mount Everest Marathon.
Addressing the performance aspects of sports through hypnosis complements physical training and can lead to breakthrough performances. My use of hypnosis works by reprogramming negative self-talk, empowering performance through affirmations and guided imagery, boosting confidence, and reducing anxiety. In that pre-competition jitters or fear of failure can derail an athlete’s mindset, hypnosis employs subconscious relaxation techniques and guided imagery to reduce cortisol levels and promote a calm composed state of mind, while fostering a winning attitude.
Studies have shown the efficacy of hypnosis in sports. For example, a 2016 review in the International Journal of Sports Science highlighted significant performance improvements in athletes who used hypnosis compared to those who did not. Those who used hypnosis reported better focus, reduced pre-competition anxiety, and enhanced execution of skills after hypnosis sessions.
In sports performance counseling, my use of hypnosis facilitates vivid mental imagery, allowing athletes to visualize successful performance. Research has shown that mental rehearsal can strengthen neural pathways, helping the body to perform as if it has already achieved the desired outcome. Using hypnotic relaxation to tap into an athlete’s subconscious allows the competitor to tap into their commitment to training, discipline, and goal achievement in a stress-free manner.
59 Years Experience
Online in Pullman, WA Washington
Sports Psychology therapists in Pullman, Washington Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Pullman, Washington average 19 years of experience and charge around $227 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$227
Accept insurance
28%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Male |
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| 45% |
Female |
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Session Type
| 55% |
Online Only |
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| 45% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Teen |
| 59% | Senior |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 45% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | Jewish |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |