One-on-One Sport Psychology Individual Sessions
Available in-person (Portland, Oregon)and via secure telehealth nationwide
Individual mental performance coaching for athletes seeking personalized, confidential support to overcome performance blocks and compete with confidence when it matters most.
Are You Under-Performing in Competition?
If you perform well in practice but struggle when it counts, your mental game is likely holding you back. Do any of these sound familiar?
If these statements resonate, one-on-one mental performance services can help you break through.
Why Choose One-on-One Sessions?
Why Choose One-on-One Sessions?
Fully Personalized Approach
Every session is tailored to your sport, your competition schedule, and your specific mental game challenges.
Convenient & Flexible Scheduling
Sessions fit around your training blocks, competition calendar, travel, and taper periods-weekly or bi-weekly options available.
Intensive, Focused Attention
Full 50 minutes dedicated exclusively to your mental game—no sharing time with other athletes.
Complete Confidentiality
Private space to work through performance anxiety, mental blocks, or personal challenges without team, coach, or peer awareness.
Faster Progress
One-on-one approach is the fastest and most effective method to make lasting mental game changes and see measurable performance improvements.
Who This Is For:
Common Challenges i Address One-on-One sport psychology services in Portland, OR and online anywhere in US
As a sport psychology professional and licensed professional counselor, I provide individual one-on-one coaching sessions designed to help athletes strengthen confidence, overcome performance anxiety, and improve mental focus under pressure. Whether you’re an amateur competitor, student-athlete, or professional, my personalized approach helps you break through mental barriers and perform at your full potential. Based in Portland, Oregon, I also work with clients nationwide through secure individual online platform – so you can get expert mental performance support wherever you train or compete.
How One-on-One WorksFour basic stages:
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Stage A • Free Consultation (15 minutes)
Discuss your goals, current challenges, competition schedule, and determine if one-on-one coaching is the right fit.B
Stage B • Assessment (First Session, 50 minutes)
Complete mental game assessment to identify strengths, weaknesses, and performance patterns. Establish baseline and create individualized mental game plan.C
Stage C • Weekly or Bi-Weekly Sessions (50 minutes each)
Build mental skills, address specific challenges, practice scenario drills, and integrate strategies into training and competition routines.D
Stage D • Application & Review
Apply what you learn in competition, track progress with measurable outcomes, adjust strategies based on results, and schedule short support sessions around major events.What’s Included in Every Session:
Our Four-Step System for Mental Game Success
One-on-One Program Options & Investment Personalized sport psychology services in Portland
Each program is built around your specific sport, goals, and mental performance needs. During one-on-one sessions, you’ll gain practical strategies to stay composed under pressure, recover from setbacks, and consistently perform at your peak.
Sessions are available in-person in Portland, Oregon or virtually across the U.S., offering flexible options for busy training schedules. All programs are results-focused, confidential, and tailored to help athletes develop lasting mental skills for competition and beyond.
Bronze Program 1 Month
- 4 weekly sessions (50 min each);
- Mental game assessment;
- Customized mental game plan;
- Email support.
Bronze Program Best for:
Athletes needing short-term tune-up before major competition or addressing specific mental block.
Silver Program 3 Months
- 12 weekly sessions (50 min each);
- Mental game assessment;
- Customized mental game plan;
- Unlimited Email support;
- Progress reviews & plan adjustments.
Silver Program Best for:
Athletes building comprehensive mental skills for consistent season-long performance.
Gold Program 6 Months
- 24 weekly sessions (50 min each);
- Mental game assessment;
- Customized mental game plan;
- Unlimited Email support;
- Quarterly or as needed progress reviews;
- Competition day support (email/text check-ins).
Gold Program Best for:
Elite athletes committed to long-term mental game mastery and championship-level preparation.
In-Person Sessions (Portland, OR)
Virtual Sessions (Nationwide)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of one-on-one individual sessions?
Individual sessions are $185 per session (50 minutes), and include all one-on-one services such as performance improvement, competition preparation, injury recovery support, and mental health concerns. Initial assessment sessions are also 50 minutes at the same rate. Payment is due at the time of service. I have a 24-hour cancellation policy, and all services are provided on a private pay basis.
How many sessions do athletes typically need?
Most athletes see meaningful progress within 6-12 sessions, with ongoing support sessions scheduled around major competitions or season transitions.
Is this for individual sport athletes only?
No! I work with athletes in both individual and team sports. One-on-one sessions focus on YOUR mental game, regardless of sport type.
Can sessions be fully virtual?
Yes. Virtual coaching via secure telehealth platform is equally effective and allows continuity during travel, competition weeks, and off periods.
Do you work with youth athletes (high school age)?
Yes. Programs can be adapted for adolescents; parent participation is highly recommended to support goal completion and effective strategies development at home.
Will you coordinate with my coach?
With your consent, I’m happy to coordinate with coaches to ensure mental skills and routines integrate seamlessly into training and competition plans.
What if I’m not sure one-on-one coaching is right for me?
That’s why I offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your goals, challenges, and determine if private coaching is the best fit.
Do you offer payment plans or package discounts?
Yes. Multi-session packages (3-month and 6-month programs) offer reduced per-session rates. Contact us to discuss options.
What’s the difference between counseling and coaching?
Clinical counseling involves the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders; services can be billed to insurance. Mental performance coaching focuses on skill development for competitive performance without clinical diagnosis or treatment, and is private pay only. During your consultation, we’ll determine which approach best fits your needs or whether a combination of both would be most beneficial.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, I accept insurance for clinical mental health counseling services for Oregon residents. I am in-network with Care Oregon, Health Share of Oregon, Jackson Care Connect, Columbia Pacific CCO, Providence, and Aetna. I also provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Mental performance coaching services are not insurance-billable and are private pay only.
Can I use both counseling and coaching services?
Absolutely. Many athletes benefit from addressing clinical mental health concerns through counseling while simultaneously building performance skills through coaching. We can structure sessions to incorporate both approaches as appropriate for Oregon residents.
I live outside Oregon. Can I still work with you?
Yes! If you live outside Oregon, I can provide mental performance services via telehealth. Mental performance work focuses on skill-building for confidence, focus, pre-competition routines, and mental toughness without clinical diagnosis or therapy. However, I cannot provide clinical mental health counseling to clients outside of Oregon.
How do you decide if I need counseling or coaching?
During our initial consultation, I’ll conduct a brief assessment to understand your challenges, symptoms, and goals. If you’re experiencing clinical mental health symptoms that impact overall functioning, I’ll recommend counseling. If your challenges are primarily performance-related and your mental health is generally stable, coaching may be more appropriate.
What if I start with coaching but realize I need counseling?
We can transition between services as your needs change. If clinical concerns emerge during coaching and you’re an Oregon resident, we’ll discuss transitioning to counseling or adding counseling sessions. Conversely, if you start with counseling and symptoms improve, we can shift focus to performance coaching.
What happens in an emergency or crisis?
For clinical counseling clients, we establish a crisis safety plan during initial sessions. If you’re experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), go to your nearest emergency room, or call 911. For urgent but non-emergency concerns, you can contact me and I’ll respond as quickly as possible.
Understanding Your Service Options
As a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in sport psychology, I offer two distinct types of services – and many athletes benefit from both.
IMPORTANT DISTINCTION:
Our one-on-one sessions focus on mental performance coaching and skills training – not clinical therapy or mental health treatment.
We help athletes:
- Build confidence, focus, and mental toughness;
- Develop competition routines and pressure management strategies;
- Overcome performance anxiety and mental blocks;
- Maximize consistency and performance under pressure.
If clinical mental health concerns arise (depression, eating disorders, trauma), for out-of-state clients we can coordinate with or refer to licensed mental health professionals in your area as needed.
Our team is experienced in determining clinical needs.
Yulia Tsarenko CareyLicensed Professional Counselor in the state of Oregon
Bilingual and bicultural in Portland, OR
MS Clinical Psychology
MS Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
