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Counseling for athletes in Greenville, SC

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As a compassionate, person-centered therapist with more than a decade of experience, I use evidence-based approaches to help you f...

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I am a warm, open-minded therapist who understands life's challenges firsthand and guides clients toward healing, balance, and sel...

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As someone who has experienced the transformative power of therapy, I understand the importance of feeling safe, supported, and tr...

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I know firsthand the pain of life and mental illness, and my passion is to provide hope to those who feel hurt, lonely, and misund...

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As a woman of color finding my footing in a chaotic world, I understand the importance of finding a safe space to express yourself...

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As a queer non-binary person, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and valued....

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Camila understands that life can be difficult at times but with the right support and guidance people can overcome any life challe...

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Starting Counseling for athletes in Greenville

What is counseling for athletes?

Counseling for athletes with our Greenville therapists uses sports psychology to help athletes set clear goals and improve their performance in all areas of life.

How does counseling for athletes work?

Counseling for athletes focuses on more than just your athletic performance – because you’re not just an athlete. There’s so much more to who you are. Our counselors address your personal, professional, and sports life. Our therapists at Thriveworks in Greenville, SC want to help you make gains in each of these areas to achieve your peak performance.

Is counseling for athletes conducted in person or online?

Counseling for athletes at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does counseling for athletes last?

Thriveworks counseling in Greenville for athletes can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the client’s needs and preferences.

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Counseling for Athletes – Sports Psychology in Greenville, SC

How do you handle the pressure that comes with being an athlete? What tools do you use for improving your focus and motivation? Who do you turn to for help when you’re in a slump?

For athletes at every level, sports psychology has played a key role in improving performance and mental toughness. You may think that sports psychology is just for professional athletes, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Whether you compete in high school or college sports, or you’re a professional athlete, you can benefit from sport psychology. In fact, sports psychology can help you improve your game, even if your only competitor is you.

If this resonates with you and you think you could benefit from counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Greenville. We’re looking forward to meeting with you.

How Can I Benefit from Sports Psychology?

Sport psychology is about more than just visualizing performance goals and practicing good breathing. This type of counseling for athletes focuses on more than just your athletic performance – because you’re not just an athlete. There’s so much more to who you are. Our counselors address your personal, professional – and yes, your sports life. We want to help you make gains in each of these areas. This is key in achieving your peak performance.

Athletes are under a lot of pressure. The constant strain to be at your peak performance, the challenge to be better than your opponent, and the stress of managing life outside of sports can be overwhelming. If you’ve ever experienced a sports injury or a difficult setback, you know how hard it can be to find your stride again after you recover. Sport psychology can help you cope with these pressures.

You can improve your focus and motivation, refine your decision-making skills, boost your confidence – working with a sports counselor can help you maximize your performance. You can even learn effective tools for reducing stress overcoming sports performance anxiety.

Scheduling Counseling at Thriveworks Greenville

Thriveworks Counseling of Greenville incorporates sport psychology to help athletes throughout the Upstate. You can sharpen your competitive edge – we can help! Regardless of your level of competition, we’ll help you set clear goals and teach you how to reach new levels of athletic performance.

We understand that preparing for the “mental game” is just as important as preparing for the “big game.” When you change the way you think, you change the way you perform. To be connected with a counselor or therapist in Greenville, call Thriveworks Counseling today. It’s time to start a new level of training – one that unleashes your potential and maximizes your performance.

You have a busy schedule. We understand the challenges of balancing your education, career, or practice schedule. We make counseling for athletes easy to fit into a demanding schedule. We offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. We accept insurance, too. If you’re ready to improve your game and reach new levels of success as an athlete, call to schedule your first appointment right now! (864) 952-4048

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Greenville accept 31 insurance plans

  • Absolute Total Care | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Aetna

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Greenville
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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She listens and is very thoughtful and insightful with her answers.
Kathleen Sep 2025
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She is understanding and doesn't make me feel bad about my actions or the decisions that I make.
Fatima Sep 2025
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Austin is a great listener and has some very valuable and useful insights. When I first started with him I thought he might be too young, but he is wise WELL beyond his years. As much life I've lived and experience gained, I take notes when we talk.
Read more Austin is a great listener and has some very valuable and useful insights. When I first started with him I thought he might be too young, but he is wise WELL beyond his years. As much life I've lived and experience gained, I take notes when we talk.
James Sep 2025
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I love that I wasn't rushed and I could fill him in on everything.
Alicia Sep 2025
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I love that my clinician is very nice and understanding.
Kyana Sep 2025
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I feel heard and understood completely.
Brittany Sep 2025
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Everything has been amazing.
Caitlin Sep 2025
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I have anxiety when I am near other people. I appreciate the fact that there were no reception or other people in the office.
Susan Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville is located on Pointe Circle Circle off Pelham Road, near the La Quinta Inn. We are located in the back corner of the building complex, and currently share the building with Chumney & Associates and STORY Web Design, among other businesses. Next door you will find Tom James Clothing Company.

Phone number

(864) 301-6458

Languages spoken by SC providers

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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