Sports Therapy

For competitive high school and collegiate athletes, the pressure to perform can be as intense as the game itself. Balancing training schedules, academic expectations, and personal goals often leads to stress, burnout, and self-doubt. At PATH Therapy Services, personalized sports therapy sessions are available for student-athletes and adults alike. Corinne Milentijevic, MSSA, LISW-S, and the team take a holistic, integrative approach to help athletes strengthen mental resilience, manage performance anxiety, and maintain emotional well-being. Call the Youngstown, Ohio, office today to schedule a sports therapy consultation or book an appointment online.

What is sports therapy?

Sport therapy refers to psychological counseling services that support the mental, emotional, and developmental well-being of athletes at all levels.

Sports therapy can also help coaches, parents, and others affiliated with organized sports address a range of challenges, including:

• Stress
• Burnout
• Depression
• Grief and loss
• Eating disorders
• Substance abuse
• Aggression and anger
• Sports-related injuries and rehabilitation

PATH Therapy Services provides comprehensive sports therapy services for adults and children. 

The team employs advanced, holistic strategies to enhance an athlete’s mental and emotional well-being. They also provide motivational guidance and other resources that athletes need to excel in their chosen sport.

When should I consider sports therapy?

The sports therapy services available at PATH Therapy Services are ideal for athletes participating in sports organized by schools, recreational teams, and professional leagues.

You might be a candidate for sports therapy if you’re an athlete who’s struggling mentally, emotionally, academically, or socially because of personal issues, team conflicts, sports-related injuries, or other challenges.

The mental health specialists offer therapeutic resources, including individual therapy, to support athletes of all ages and abilities. They also have extensive experience caring for adults and children with existing psychological issues, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.

What are the benefits of sports therapy?

Sports participation can be beneficial to an individual’s mental, emotional, and social wellness. Athletes of all ages benefit from engaging in physical fitness and being part of a team. 

However, athletes face several unique challenges, such as balancing sports, work, school, and other responsibilities, which can have negative psychological consequences.

Other factors that can influence an athlete’s psychological health include:

• Physical demands of sports
• Fear of failure
• Fear of injuries
• Identify issues
• Low self-esteem
• Peer pressure
• Existing mental health issues

PATH Therapy Services offers individual counseling sessions that focus on the unique needs and challenges of athletes.

The team is highly skilled at diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral issues in adult and child athletes. They understand the rigors athletes face when training for and participating in sports and provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for people to express their authentic thoughts and feelings.

Call PATH Therapy Services today to schedule a sports therapy consultation for yourself or your child. You can also book an appointment online.