Parents

Parents play a vital role in supporting young athletes’ growth and wellbeing. Whether you're looking to help your child overcome challenges in their sport or seeking guidance on your own role as a parent, we offer a range of flexible support.

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Clinical Sport Psychology

Therapy sessions for the whole support system.

We provide individualized support for families facing challenges related to sport. We also offer therapy for parents, helping you navigate the emotional challenges you face, both within the context of your role as parent and in your own personal life.


✓ One-to-one and group therapy for athletes and their parents

✓ Support for anxiety, burnout, emotional wellbeing, and relationships

✓ Strategies for managing the balance between personal life and athletic roles

✓ Available in-person, or online to clients in all PsyPact states

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Mental Performance Coaching

Strategies and skills coaching for the whole support system.

We help parents develop strategies to support their kid, learning how to manage their own role effectively in a way that helps their athlete thrive.


✓ Skills coaching for parents and the family system

✓ Strategies for improving preparation, collaboration, communication, and having fun

✓ Compassionate guidance on building a "human-first, athlete-second" support system

✓ Available in-person in Washington, or online to clients worldwide

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Comprehensive support for the entire athlete ecosystem.

Competitive sport demands a lot from both athletes and their support systems. A “human-first, athlete-second” approach focuses on understanding the athlete as a whole person, not just as a player.

We understand the impact of the many factors—coaches, teams and peers, social media, college recruiting process—influencing young athletes today. By fostering empathy, communication, and balance, we help create an integrated system to help the family thrive.

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