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Support yourself or your child by requesting an appointment 
with Julie Ferdas, LCSW for athlete support.

Athlete Wellness

We provide specialized mental health support for athletes through a sport social work lens, emphasizing athlete wellness from a whole-person perspective. Our approach recognizes that athletic performance is deeply connected to mental health, identity development, relationships, academic or career demands, and life stressors both within and beyond sport.

We are experienced in working with athletes of all ages and levels, offering therapy that addresses common concerns such as performance anxiety, confidence, motivation, emotional regulation, burnout, and stress management. We understand the unique pressures athletes face, including competition demands, expectations from coaches or teammates, and the internal drive to perform, and we tailor treatment to meet each athlete’s individual needs.

For youth athletes, we also provide parent consultation and support, helping caregivers better understand the emotional demands of sport, strengthen communication, and create a supportive environment that promotes healthy development, confidence, and balance.We also provide dedicated mental health support for injured athletes, helping them navigate the emotional impact of injury, including grief, frustration, identity disruption, and the challenges of recovery and rehabilitation. In addition, our clinicians guide athletes through key transitions such as returning to play after injury, changing teams or levels of competition, retirement from sport, or adjusting to new life roles beyond athletics.

Grounded in sport social work principles, our approach focuses on building resilience, self-awareness, healthy coping strategies, and balance, supporting athletes in achieving long-term well-being, sustainable performance, and personal growth both in sport and in life.

Julie Ferdas, LCSW

Julie believes strongly that there is a story behind every person. She works closely with her clients to find solutions that are realistic while validating each individual’s unique experience, believing that every struggle allows us to grow.

Julie helps athletes navigate the complex emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany competitive and high-performance environments. She works collaboratively with athletes to understand how these pressures show up in their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and she helps them develop practical tools to manage stress, improve focus, and perform with greater confidence and consistency.