How to Become a Sports Psychologist

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[carnivoredude]

Thank you for your channel and for your videos! There may not be a lot of people who view, but for those who do, it is extremely helpful! Thank you!!!

[Genuinelycurius]

so i used to be a college athlete, played overseas, coached at the div 1 and 2 level (for a short amount of time), before i decided to get into IT. Fast forward 10+ years and I realize that my calling is actually mental health therapy. So, I’ve started researching between LMFT and LCSW, knowing that I didn’t major in psychology.. my major was Kinesiology/Exercise Science. I’ve been pondering what my specialty would be in and I started exploring athletics. I would love to do talk therapy and specialize in marriage/relationships, but also the mental health of athletes.

Long story short, i ended up on this video about sports psychology. I know that i don’t necessarily want to be a sports psychologist, but I’m curious to know what your thoughts are on therapists who work with athletes. is that in demand? or is what i’m describing essentially sports psychology lol.
i don’t want to be pigeonholed into just sports, but i figure i can use my background to find a few niches.
thanks!

[isaacmoore]

I am interested in Sports Psychology and have been since like 2012 just never knew which route would be best.

[beautifullydej]

I’m interested in sports psychology and I didn’t know it was this much work to become a sports psychologist

[KirbyLauryen]

I’m getting ready to apply to programs now for Sports Psychology.

[kennedydickson]

So, I’m going to graduate with my bachelor's in psychology, and I want to go into sports psychology. My professors told me that it would be wiser to get my clinical psych Ph.D. and then get into Sports so that I can get more “access” to other fields. But I’m not ready for a Ph.D., so would getting my masters in basic or clinical psychology be a good fit, or just getting it in sports psychology?

[KendonHD]

I’m looking to get a MA in Sports Psych to subsidize my coaching career! I’m also glad to know that if I have the masters, there is still a way to get certified without a doctorate. Do you have a video talking more in depth about different careers in sports psych? Great video!

[christianmaldonado]

Great content !! I’m interested in this as well

[Coffee_creams]

Hey
Can you please guide me on how to become a clinical sports psychologist like should I do my masters in clinical psychology and then proceed with my psyd in sports psychology or vice versa
Please help!!!

[monroecanes]

Can sports psychologists bill insurance? Also, if I’m a licensed social worker, can I venture off into sports psychology?

[theelusiveone]

Just been accepted in to my MSW program I start in August. But it’s a 3 year part time program. Dose one need a Doctor? How much does one get paid? My undergrad was in kinesiology

[AY-cfwr]

I have a degree in Clinical Psychologist (PhD) in practice for over 15 years- wanting to practice in area of sports psychology- what is the easiest transition to this route ?

[bonnielofton]

You mentioned the American Board of Sports Psychology for credentialing. Let me dissent from that recommendation. I believe the only credible U.S. organization that certifies sports psychology professionals is the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), founded in 1987. It requires certification coursework & supervised training, culminating in an exam, that leads to the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®) designation. "CMPC®s are individuals with a master’s or doctoral degree in sport science, psychology or a closely related field who have met specific course requirements and have completed an extensive, mentored applied experience." [Yes, there’s a rival organization called the American Board of Sports Psychology. It was founded in 2000 by a psychologist who touts his Harvard credentials with Harvard’s logo on his website and Harvard sweatshirts in his photos (actually, he got his PhD from Saybrook U. but has a certificate of some sort from Harvard). He’s been the first and only president of his organization for nearly 23 years! It has a barely functional website. Indeed it offers a certification to sports psychologists, but I would not recommend pursuing that one. Check out both organizations to assess which one is more credible.]

[marckline]

Recently retired from the military and incredibly interested in sports psychology, but unsure what bachelor program would be best. Any advice?

[Knowmadic_rush]

I am a currently pursuing MSc in Sports Psychology and I want to know how can i pursue Phd in sports psychology in America. Can you guide me please, like where can i pursue phd in sports psychology.

[christianmaldonado]

What’s up man I got a question. Do you need to have a bachelors in psychology to get continue and study sports psychology in grad school ? Or can you have a another degree.

Asking because I’m being recruited to play basketball at a school but they don’t have psychology as a major.

[RobinTandigat]

Sir what I am choose course in college to getting a job like that a sport psychology
I'm confused what course ab/B's psychology please help me sir what course I choose and I love to become a sport psychology someday! So pls answer me

[Kore_Performance]

What's Master's Programs have Sports Psychology?

[rafanadal]

Hi thank you so much for the info. Great service you are providing. I'm just looking into how to become a sports psychologist because I'm interested in the profession. I'm curious can you become a sports psychologist and have clients that are not athletes as well. Can you practice as a therapist or counselor to non athletes? I just ask if no jobs are available as a sports psychologist at some point down the road. I will do my own research and I appreciate any info. Keep up great content. Thanks

[brandenhidalgo]

I’m starting my first year in my PsyD in Clinical Psych program this Fall. I don’t have any background in kinesiology, sports psychology, or physiology. I have a B.S. in Psychology and Computer Science, and I have a certificate as an EMT, along with basic certs in BLS and CPR. That being said, what are some things I can do to become a successful sports psychologist? My program (The Chicago School - Chicago campus) doesn’t offer many classes for sports psychology, but it does offer a health psychology track. Would that track be recommended for someone pursuing a sports psychology internship? Will I have to get a masters in something like kinesiology or sports psychology after my PsyD in order to be competitive for a sports psychology internship? Are there such a thing as APA-accredited internships in sports psychology? I couldn’t find one in their directory. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!