Sports Psychology

At Full Circle Health and Wellness, we understand that, despite being highly motivated to succeed, athletes face unique challenges that impact their mental and physical well-being. Our sports psychology services, led by Dr. Brooke White, maintain a comprehensive, holistic approach that helps athletes navigate stress, injury, and performance pressure while fostering resilience, focus, and long-term success.

What Is Sports Psychology?

Sports psychology helps athletes optimize their mental game, thereby promoting confidence, focus, and emotional balance. Dr. Brooke White’s method incorporates a wide variety of personalized techniques—including, but not limited to, visualization, goal setting, and mindfulness—to help athletes manage high-pressure situations, perform at their peak, and maintain mental clarity on and off the field. Of course, athletes are humans, and other aspects of life, such as stress, relationships, mental health, trauma, and grief, can affect sports performance. Sports psychology offers room to assess and address these concerns head-on so that they don’t become obstacles to goal achievement.

Dr. Brooke White’s Personal and Clinical Experience

Dr. Brooke White is a board certified clinician with over 25 years of experience in sports and health psychology.

Dr. Brooke White brings both personal athletic experience and professional expertise to her work. As a former marathoner for more than 20 years, she understands the mental challenges that athletes face, including handling pressure and overcoming setbacks. With a clinical background of 25-plus years in trauma/stress and health psychology, in addition to more recent work in sports psychology, she provides holistic, personalized care that fosters trust and long-lasting impact.

Dr. Brooke White’s diverse experience includes work with:

College athletes who must balance school, life, and sports
Transitioning from high school to college sports and from college sports to professional sports
Professional athletes as well as other top athletes competing at high leels in their fields
Athletes recovering from injury—promoting mental strength during recovery and building confidence post-rehabilitation

Common Challenges Addressed with Sports Psycology

1. Stress and Anxiety: Dr. Brooke White helps athletes develop mental strategies, such as mindfulness and cognitive reframing, to manage stress and thrive under pressure.

2. Injury Recovery: Her holistic approach integrates emotional and mental support, ensuring a confident return to sports after injury. She has worked with clients with a wide range of injuries as well as concussions and her health psychology and board certification in lifestyle medicine further support working with athletes in which mental and physical health are both essential.

3. Handling Pressure and Expectations: By building mental toughness, athletes learn to handle pressure and manage expectations without burnout.

4. Life-Sport Balance: Dr. Brooke White’s guidance helps athletes achieve a healthy balance between their personal lives and athletic careers, thereby preventing overwhelm and creating a fulfilling life.

Health Psychology as a Differentiator

Dr. Brooke White’s unique combination of sports and health psychology with specialization in treating stress related conditions ensures a truly holistic approach. She considers not just mental performance but also the impact of physical health factors—like sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle—on athletic achievement. She has conducted research and maintains extensive clinical experience in working with the nervous system—offering ways to impact stress levels, emotions, and mental focus. She is board certified by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Holistic Approach to Athlete Wellness

At Full Circle, we integrate the mind-body connection to optimize mental and physical health. Athletes receive guidance not only to enhance performance, but also to maintain long-term wellness, including resilience, during injury recovery and strategies for sustainable success.

Common Sports Psychology Questions

Dr. Brooke White works with athletes of all levels—from middle school through college to professionals—who want to improve their mental approach, manage stress, and enhance their resilience and performance. If you’re looking to strengthen your mental game, or if mental health concerns are impacting your performance, you’re likely a good fit.
Working with a sports psychologist is helpful at any point in your athletic journey, whether you're seeking peak performance, recovering from an injury, or learning to manage pressure and maintain balance.
Clients often attain greater confidence, focus, and resilience in both their sport and their personal life. Through a personalized approach, Dr. Brooke White provides tools to help you face challenges, optimize performance, and achieve sustainable success based on your personal goals.

Take the Next Step in Your Athletic Journey

If you’re ready to unlock your full potential, manage the pressures of competition, or recover from injury with confidence, Dr. Brooke White and Full Circle Health and Wellness are here to help. With a holistic approach that nurtures your mental and physical well-being, you’ll find the support and guidance you need to excel. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward peak performance and a balanced, healthier life.

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