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Athlete Mental Wellness in Sandy, UT

Athlete Mental Wellness in Sandy, UT

Common Mental Struggles for Athletes

Performance Anxiety and Stress:

  • Fear of failure
  • Pressure to perform at a high level
  • Self-doubt
  • Worrying about making mistakes
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, sweating, nausea

Burnout:

  • Emotional and physical exhaustion
  • Reduced sense of accomplishment
  • Detachment from the sport
  • Loss of motivation
  • Decreased performance
  • Cynicism or negative attitude

Identity Crisis:

  • Feeling lost or confused when athletic career ends or faces setbacks
  • Struggling to define oneself outside of sports
  • Loss of purpose and self-worth

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD):

  • Flashbacks
  • Nightmares
  • Emotional distress
  • Avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event

Other Mental Health Challenges:

  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Substance abuse

Depression and Anxiety:

  • Persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
  • Difficulty sleeping or excessive sleeping
  • Changes in appetite
  • Fatigue or loss of energy
  • Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
  • Excessive worry or fear
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Restlessness or irritability
  • Panic attacks

Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues:

  • Anorexia nervosa
  • Bulimia nervosa
  • Binge eating disorder
  • Distorted body image
  • Obsessive thoughts about food and weight
  • Excessive exercise

Social Isolation:

  • Difficulty maintaining relationships outside of sports
  • Feeling disconnected from friends and family
  • Loneliness

Sleep Disturbances:

  • Insomnia
  • Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
  • Poor sleep quality
  • Daytime fatigue

Sport-Specific Mental Challenges:

  • “The Yips” – sudden loss of fine motor skills
  • “Choking” – performance decline under pressure
  • Fear of re-injury
  • Dealing with setbacks and losses
  • Transitioning out of sports

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please seek professional help with our mental health counselors. Contact us at New Leaf Counseling in Sandy, UT to learn more about our professional counseling services today.

Therapists With This Specialty:

Laura Morris

Melissa Lambson

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