Therapy and Counseling for Athletes

Mark Odland – MA, LMFT, MDIV provides research-proven mental coaching and counseling for athletes in the US. Book a free call to learn more about how we can help you up your game in not only athletics but in life.

expert counseling for athletes with Mark Odland

Introduction: Online and In-Person (Duluth, MN) Therapy and Counseling for Athletes

Are you an athlete struggling with mental health challenges? Whether you’re dealing with performance anxiety, injury recovery, or the pressure to excel, the journey can be overwhelming. That’s where Mark Odland and his team step in. Specializing in counseling for athletes, they provide tailored therapy designed to help you overcome obstacles and achieve peak performance.

A Few of the Professional Athletes We Have Helped:

Combat Sports

Football

Basketball

Olympics

Baseball

Other Sports

Meet Mark Odland: Athletes Guide to Mental Resilience

With over 15 years of experience and more than 15,000 therapy sessions conducted, Mark Odland is a seasoned Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified EMDR Therapist. Mark’s unique approach to athletic counseling integrates his expertise in faith-based counseling, offering a holistic path to healing and growth for athletes.

Meet Marcus Thigpen: Guidance From a Professional Athlete

Marcus holds a B.A. in Behavioral Science, an M.A. in Psychology, and played professional football player in the NFL and CFL for over a decade. His education and life experiences as an athlete, author, and family man make him an elite Counselor and Performance Coach for other athletes. He knows firsthand how life’s toughest battles can prepare us for greatness.

Enhance performance and overcome mental barriers

Why Choose Counseling for Athletes?

To Unlock Your Full Potential!

Athletes face unique mental health challenges. Counseling for athletes can provide the support needed to navigate these challenges effectively. Mark Odland’s therapy for athletes focuses on:

  • Improving Performance: Enhance your performance in sports, business, and relationships.
  • Recalibrating Priorities: Cultivate what you value most and recalibrate your priorities.
  • Healing Emotional Barriers: Address and heal emotional barriers at their source.
  • Achieving Breakthroughs: Increase your capacity for personal breakthroughs.
  • Mastering Soft Skills: Develop the soft skills necessary for healthy relationships.
  • Assertiveness Strategies: Learn effective strategies to stand up for your beliefs.
  • Stress Relief: Find relief from stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, and low motivation.
  • Deepening Faith: Deepen your faith, meaning, purpose, and perspective.
  • Transformative Insight: Transform your mind through new knowledge and insight.
  • Improving Relationships: Use the Gottman Method to improve your marriage and relationships.
  • Building a Legacy: Build and leave a legacy you can be proud of.

Therapy & Counseling Services Offered for Athletes

In-Person Counseling for Athletes in Duluth Minnesota

Mark offers in-person therapy sessions at his office in Duluth, MN, near the picturesque shores of Lake Superior. These sessions are perfect for athletes in Northern Minnesota looking for consistent, face-to-face counseling.

For those wanting an intensive experience, Mark provides personal retreats. Fly in accomplishing months’ worth of therapy in just a fraction of the time.

Online Counseling for Athletes

For athletes outside of Duluth or Northern Minnesota, Mark and his team offer online counseling and coaching across the country. Convenient and confidential counseling services are available to residents of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming; and performance coaching services are available to athletes worldwide.

Next Steps

Mark Odland and his team only counsels men who are serious about doing the work. If you believe you’re ready to make the necessary investment of time, energy, and finances, send me a message using the contact form. We will call you within one business day for a free consultation and explain the next steps to take from there. If you’d prefer to contact us ASAP, you can call him at: 213-537-2273 or email us at: contact@escapethecagenow.com

Frequently Asked Questions: Counseling for Athletes

Counseling for athletes is specialized therapy designed to address the unique mental health challenges faced by athletes. It focuses on improving performance, managing stress, recovering from injuries, and balancing athletic and personal life.

Therapy for athletes can enhance your mental resilience, help you develop coping strategies for pressure and anxiety, and provide tools to maintain focus and motivation. This mental fortitude translates to better performance in your sport.

Athletic counseling can assist with a range of issues, including performance anxiety, injury recovery, stress management, depression, burnout, and balancing athletic commitments with personal life.

Yes, online counseling for athletes can be just as effective as in-person sessions. It offers convenience and flexibility, allowing you to receive professional support from the comfort of your home or while traveling for competitions.

If you are experiencing persistent stress, anxiety, or difficulty maintaining your performance levels, or if you’re struggling to balance your athletic and personal life, sports counseling can provide valuable support. It’s beneficial for anyone looking to improve their mental well-being and performance.