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About DeStefano Sport Psychology
DeStrefano Sport Psychology is dedicated to assisting athletes in overcoming mental obstacles and achieving their maximum potential We firmly believe in a comprehensive approach that takes into account each athlete's individual psychological needs and goals.
At DeStefano Sport Psychology, Rich specializes in optimizing athletic performance by integrating cutting-edge sport psychology techniques with personalized consulting. The focus is on enhancing mental skills, fostering resilience, and promoting overall well-being for athletes.
DeStefano Sport Psychology offers sport psychology consultations. The type of mindset we aim to facilitate is a positive one. Athletes that leave sport psychology sessions are athletes who refuse to let outside distractions negatively impact them, the competitors that are goal-driven, and determined to pursue greatness. The individuals who do not run away from adversity or challenges; those who run toward giants.If the athlete does not have this mentality yet, fine; let's get there together. We want to help them achieve that warrior attitude by forming a strong relationship and creating a personalized strategy to compete at their highest level.
One goal is to provide high quality sport psychology services to athletes of all ages, levels of competition, and cultures at an affordable price.
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50 minute consultations: $100
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3- 50 minute consultations:$275
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5- 50 minute consultations: $450
***Team Workshops $400-$500
"Empowering
Growth
Every Single Day"
About Rich DeStefano
Rich DeStefano
Consultant/Owner
Rich is a committed expert holding a Master's degree in Sports Psychology. He has inspired thousands of athletes to conquer both physical and mental obstacles, revealing their true potential. Through his knowledge and support, athletes have reached significant milestones in performance and personal development. Rely on Rich to enhance your game and accomplish your aspirations.
Rich earned his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology and his Master's degree in Psychology specializing in Sports Psychology. Rich made it his mission in life to help athletes of all calibers and various sports overcome obstacles that hindered one in achieving a higher level of athleticism in sport. The skill sets that Rich has obtained over the course of his athletic career were instrumental in quailifying for both the 2000 and 2004 US Olympic Trials in Track and Field. He has shared his expertise across the country in colleges, high schools, clubs, and even the US Olympic Training Center in California. Come see for yourself what dozens of All-Americans did or are currently doing to excel in sport.
Sport Psychology Workshops
Workshops are designed in 60 or 90 minutes and tailored to help individual athletes, teams, parents and coaches learn the following techniques and strategies:
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Attitude
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Motivation
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Goals and Commitment
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Self-talk
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Mental Imagery and Visualization
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Dealing Effectively with Anxiety
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Dealing Effectively with Emotions
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Concentration
The journey doesn't stop! This year's head strong athletes include Danbury High School, Southern Connecticut State University, Trinity College, Bethel High School, Wilton High School, Woodland High School. Are you ready to see what others are doing to excel in sport today?
The Body Achieves What the Mind Believes
Discover what athletes have to say about their experiences with DeStefano Sport Psychology.
Welcome to DeStefano Sport Psychology, where Rich is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of athletes through expert sport psychology consulting. The mission is to empower athletes at all levels to achieve peak performance, mental resilience, and holistic well-being.
Testimonials
“Rich has helped me immeasurably by teaching me to be confident and to trust in my training. I have learned that I control my outcomes.”
-Mackenzie
“Sport psychology sessions really helped me when my confidence was at its lowest. It was an eye opening experience that allowed me to uncover the outside issues that were affecting my performance. It immediately improved not only my performance by my well-being as well.” -Marisa
"Mr. DeStefano’s sport psychology workshop helped me overcome a mental block that I had struggled with for months. A deeper understanding of the event brings challenging questions, and coach gave me the ability to find answers." -Joe
“Rich’s Team Building Workshop designed for our men’s and women’s track teams was great. The athletes really enjoyed the experience and they felt it made a big difference in building self-esteem and team camaraderie.” -Gary
"In just a few sessions with Mr. DeStefano he helped me to reset so I could take control of my training sessions and competitions. The new confidence and mental preparedness the sport psychology sessions gave me helped me in both athletics and also in life." -Elise
