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Choose Wisely: 4 Key Ways to Improve Sport Performance
By Michael Ceely
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22 Mar, 2022
How athletes can make better choices for their sport performance, and for their overall mental health.
Common Psychological Barriers for Athletes
By Michael Ceely
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22 Jan, 2022
The inner game matters. Athletes who master anxiety, plateaus and life balance are able to focus more on the sport they love.
New Clubhouse! Sport Psych Mindset
By Michael Ceely
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02 Sep, 2021
Join Michael Ceely of Ceely Sports on Clubhouse at "Sport Psych Mindset." Exploring sport psychology and athletes' mental health.
Mental Health and Olympic Athletes
By Michael Ceely
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30 Jul, 2021
Simon Biles dropped out of the Olympics. Here's Why It Was the Right Decision.
Athletes and Mental Health: Interview on the Sport Psychology Hour
By Michael Ceely
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15 Mar, 2021
Michael Ceely discusses athletes and mental health in this interview on the Sport Psychology Hour with Dr. Andrew Jacobs
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FEB
20
The Pros and Cons of Insurance vs Private Pay for Psychotherapy
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FEB
20
Here are some things to consider when deciding between private pay and insurance.So you’ve decided to invest in some counseling. In searching for a therapist, you might wonder where to start. A quick Google search yields a vast array of options: sponsored ads for therapy directories, numerous local therapists, and different wellness services.While investigating these options, you find several that resonate with you but they don’t accept your insurance plan, or they’re private pay only.So you contact your insurance provider and they give you a list of available therapists. After calling around, you discover many of them are full and not accepting new clients.If you’ve ever experienced this frustrating scenario, you’re not alone. This post outlines the pros and cons of using insurance vs private pay for psychotherapy.While not an exhaustive pro-con list, the aim of this article is to help you, the consumer, make an informed choice.The Benefits
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JAN
21
6 Essential Elements of Effective Psychotherapy
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JAN
21
Set yourself up for success by becoming an informed consumer on the process of therapy.When finding a therapist, there is a large variety of styles of psychotherapy to consider, from psychodynamic to cognitive behavioral, to somatic… the list goes on.Whatever style of therapy you choose, it’s important to know what effective therapy looks like so you don’t waste your time and money.In this article, I outline what I believe are the six essential elements of effective psychotherapy. These are based on my experience as a cognitive behavioral therapist who specializes in men’s issues.Whatever type of counseling style you decide on, I hope this article empowers you to be an informed consumer of psychotherapy.Watch the Videohttps://medium.com/media/1c8eca4306a87c1c6f19dc9385558983/hrefFinding a TherapistWhile not technically an element of the counseling process, it’s important to take the time to find the right therapist. This typically
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JAN
06
How to Beat the Post-Holiday Blues
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Michael Ceely
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JAN
06
Use these five strategies to get back into the groove after the holidays.Got a case of the post-holiday blues? Hey, join the club!The post-holiday blues happen because of a feeling of loss. After all those parties, travel, and social stimulation, it’s natural to feel let down. It’s a feeling of “back to reality.”If you’re stuck in the post-holiday blues, I have five strategies to get you back on track and start feeling better.Watch the Videohttps://medium.com/media/8b908f6af5f6d2bd77e77b74377bbc7a/hrefSome Signs of the Post-Holiday BluesFeeling sadFeeling lonelyFeeling grumpyLow motivationSleeping more, or sleeping lessChanges in appetiteWanting some alone timeRe-reading holiday cardsKeeping your holiday decorations up a little too longThese are just some of the signs of the post-holiday blues. You might notice that they are similar to depression symptoms. But the difference here is that the post-holiday blues are sh
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