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Professional therapy for athletes, parents, and families navigating the pressures of youth sports.

The Mental Side
Matters Most

Youth sports creates unique pressures. Performance anxiety. Parent-child conflicts. Burnout. Identity wrapped up in athletic success. These issues don't fix themselves.

Liz is a licensed therapist who understands athletic families because she's part of one. She provides professional support that addresses the real challenges families face in youth sports.

Find Liz on Psychology Today →
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Liz

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Oregon & Washington Licensed
Clinical Director Experience

Who We Help

Therapy For Everyone

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Young Athletes

  • Performance anxiety & nerves
  • Confidence issues
  • Burnout & overtraining
  • Identity beyond sports
  • Team dynamics & bullying
  • Injury recovery (mental)
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Parents

  • Managing expectations
  • Supporting without pressuring
  • Dealing with coaches
  • Sports politics & drama
  • Balancing sports & family
  • Processing your own sports past
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Couples & Families

  • Alignment on athletic goals
  • Time & money decisions
  • Communication about expectations
  • Sibling dynamics
  • Keeping relationships strong
  • Family stress management
Real Issues

What Athletes
Actually Face

These aren't rare problems. They're incredibly common — most families just don't talk about them.

  • "My kid freezes up in big games."
    Performance anxiety is treatable with the right approach.
  • "We fight every time we leave practice."
    Parent-child conflict around sports is fixable.
  • "They used to love it. Now they dread it."
    Burnout is real and requires real intervention.
  • "My spouse and I disagree about everything."
    Getting on the same page is possible.
  • "I don't know how to support them anymore."
    There are better ways — you can learn them.
The Process

How Therapy Works

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Find Liz

Visit her Psychology Today profile to see availability and specialties.

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Reach Out

Send a message through the platform or call to schedule a consultation.

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First Session

Talk about what's going on and determine if it's a good fit.

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Ongoing Support

Regular sessions to work through issues and build skills.

Ready to Get
Support?

Taking the first step is the hardest part. Liz is ready to help your family navigate whatever you're facing.

Find Liz on Psychology Today →

Licensed in Oregon & Washington • Telehealth available

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