Sports Performance Counseling

Very few athletes ever formally train the mental & emotional “muscles” needed to be a consistent high performer. They hear and know that sport is “90% mental”, but aren’t proactive to develop the skills. As a result, performance is inconsistent, they lose motivation, struggle and ultimately fall short of their goals.

What you may not know is that the majority of elite athletes use sports psychology to increase self-awareness, self-confidence, mental toughness, focus, and performance.

  • Performance Slump

    It seems that no matter what the athlete, parents, or coaches try, the block, fear, or slump will not release its nasty grip. Often, when athletes try to free themselves from the slump it only leads them deeper and deeper into the maze of increasing frustration, decreasing self-confidence, and increasing performance anxiety that always seems to make the whole situation that much worse.

  • Peak Performance

    Sport and performance counselors/therapists focus on identifying and applying psychological principles that facilitate peak sports performance, enhance participation in physical activities and help athletes achieve optimal human performance. Sports counseling focuses on removing psychological blocks and anxiety while increasing self-regulation and awareness in order to reach optimal human performance.

  • Champion Mindset

    Helping athletes and teams overcome problems that impede performance. Teaching strategies that maximize physical prowess. Working with them to overcome anxiety or a traumatic experience, such as a concussion or tear, that is affecting their confidence. Other clients might need help communicating with colleagues or teammates or accepting a coach’s critiques.

Our Approach to Sport Counseling

Logan Stano, LPC, CCTP has over 10 years of experience in the field of athletics including both playing and coaching college level basketball. His understanding of individual & team sports has guided him in working with world-class athletes. He has helped athletes at the high school, D1-D3 college and Olympic levels work to reach their goals and achieve impactful results both on and off the field of competition.

Benefits of Sport Performance Counseling

  • Improve performance

  • Develop strategies to embrace the pressures and challenges of competition

  • Help athletes develop confidence and have a satisfying sport experience

  • Psychological assistance with injury rehabilitation