Sports Performance Therapist | Athletes & High Achievers | Los Angeles, CA

I work with athletes and high achievers who look like they have it together but feel anxious, depleted, and stuck. Together we slow it down, find the pattern, and build mental strength that lasts — and shows up in your performance and results.

LGBTQ+ affirming and identity-safe space

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What If Nerves Didn’t Run the Show?

“It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.””
— Edmund Hillary

In yourself :

∙ You’re replaying every mistake long after the game is over

∙ You’re exhausted but can’t shut your mind off at night

∙ Your body is trained but your confidence is inconsistent and unpredictable

∙ You’re succeeding on paper but something feels off and you can’t name it

In your performance :

∙ You’re physically ready but mentally you freeze under pressure

∙ Confidence disappears exactly when you need it most

∙ Fear of messing up is louder than your training

∙ Competition feels overwhelming instead of exciting and you don’t know why

“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
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— Frank Herbert, Dune

In your relationships:

∙ You feel misunderstood by the people closest to you

∙ The pressure from coaches, teammates, family, or a partner is bleeding into everything

∙ You’re avoiding conflict because you’re already running on empty

∙ You’re losing yourself trying to meet everyone else’s expectations

““It is not the strength of the body that counts, but the strength of the spirit.””
— J.R.R. Tolkien
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Couples Therapist for the Over-Thinkers, the Over-Achievers in Los Felix, Los Angeles, California

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Couples Therapist for the Over-Thinkers, the Over-Achievers in Los Felix, Los Angeles, California *

Hi, I’m Amelia — Sports Performance Therapist & Relationship Specialist in Los Feliz, LA

I train my clients in what I call Relationship Fitness — building the mental and emotional resilience that makes you stronger in competition, in relationships, and in life.

I work with athletes and high achievers who are successful and driven — but secretly exhausted. You have the hard skills. I’m here to build the soft skills that make your life actually feel the way you thought it would at this point

I’ve spent 10 years plus in the fitness industry, as a personal trainer and studio owner. I understand the culture, the pressure, and the identity that comes with being an athlete. I’m not a therapist who nods politely while you explain what a PR is. I speak your language — and I bring clinical tools that actually move the needle.

∙ Get clarity on what’s blocking your performance

∙ Build emotional tools that translate into competition

∙ Strengthen the relationships that affect your game

∙ Create a career and life your future self will thank you for

Learn more about me

Services — What I Can Help With

  • Sports & Performance Therapy

    For athletes dealing with performance anxiety, injury recovery, burnout, identity transitions, and the mental side of competition.

  • Disordered Eating & Body Image

    For athletes and individuals addressing their relationship with food, body, and performance.

  • OCD Informed Treatment

    For individuals managing intrusive thoughts, compulsive patterns, and anxiety-driven behaviors.

  • Couples Therapy

    For driven couples navigating conflict, disconnection, and the pressure that high-achieving relationships carry.

REASONS IT’S HARD TO START

What makes it hard to reach out

  • Sessions are remote and built around your training schedule. If you can fit in film review, you can fit in this.

  • You invest in your body every day. This is the same investment, for what’s underneath it.

    There are options: weekly, bi-monthly or even monthly. Something is better than nothing and support comes in many shapes and forms.

  • Not every therapist fits every athlete. A free consult lets us find out if we’re the right match.

    Schedule a free consultation to explore whether we would be a good fit.

  • Being independent is a strength - but everyone benefits from perspective, support, and tools to manage life’s challenges. The best athletes in the world have coaches. This is no different.

    It can feel like a “failure” to seek professional assistance, in reality it is being brave enough to seek support and take yourself and relationship to somewhere it has not been before.

    If it was easy, everyone would do it. If it was possible, you would have already done it. I have the same feelings, it is so beauitfully human to feel isolated and need to do things on your own. We thrive with support.

  • It’s normal to fear difficult conversations. But uncovering issues with guidance can strengthen trust and connection. Therapy will go at the pace that feels right for you.

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What People Are Saying

  • “I’m so grateful to have found Amelia. I was riddled with anxiety and in dark place emotionally; Amelia was immediately responsive & made time to consult. She cultivated a non-judgmental, supportive, safe space for my feelings. She has provided practical tools for me to use when I’m overwhelmed. To say Amelia has helped me tremendously is an understatement. I’m not the same person I was prior to therapy with her. I have made personal strides thanks to Amelia’s therapy techniques, her support & her mic drop moments. I’m SO grateful Amelia is my therapist!”

    -Francesa Cueva

  • I have known Amelia for over a decade. Her mindfulness approach allows her clinical space to feel safe and welcoming for clients. If she has availability you would be lucky to have her as a therapist!

    —Dr. Mohun

  • Amelia is truly a gem. I have been seeing her for 7 years and cannot imagine my life without her and her support. At this point I think she may know me better than I know myself at times. The insights she helps me reach are profound, meaningful, and help me become my best self. 11/10, cannot recommend her more.

    —Abby EM

  • I’ve been working with Amelia for 4 years now and I cannot express my gratitude to her enough, she is an extremely talented and brilliant therapist. She truly has impacted my life more than I ever could’ve imagined. I would not be where I am today without her help. I cannot recommend her enough!

    —Abby Middleton

  • Working with Amelia has been a wonderful experience. She’s helped me explore and understand many aspects of myself with kindness and empathy. Her gentle guidance has made a real difference in my life

    —Jeanleigh Fernandez

  • Amelia has been a huge gift in my life. I'm able to show up in whatever state I'm in, and I always know I'm going to be received with consistent qualities of acceptance, genuine care and compassion. Something I love about working with Amelia is that she really shows up in the room as an authentic human, which makes it easier for me to express myself fully. Her personality is a magical blend of strong, warm, knowledgable, wise and even playful in the right moments. I'm so glad I found her!!

    -Mari Mu

  • Amelia is one of those rare people who instantly puts you at ease. You can feel from the very first conversation that she genuinely cares and understands people on a deep level. What stands out most about her is how real she is. There’s no clinical distance or unnecessary jargon, just genuine care and insight from someone who truly understands people. She helps you see things clearly and believe that change is actually possible. Working with her has helped me understand myself better and feel more confident in everyday life. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

    -Mikeala Fitzgerald

  • I’ve had the opportunity to see Amelia in her element, and what consistently stands out is her grounded presence and unwavering genuineness. She shows up with honesty and clarity — the kind that is both compassionate and empowering — and she brings a deep sense of care to the people she supports and the kind of presence that helps people feel immediately safe to be themselves. If she happens to have space in her practice, you would be in excellent hands working with her.

    -Kim Cox, LMFT

  • I have been very lucky to have Amelia in my life. She has a way of making whoever is sitting in front of her the most important thing going on right now. She is so present, accepting, and comforting. If you can imagine what the world's greatest hug feels like, that's exactly what it feels like to work with Amelia.

    -Rachel Reddish

  • Amelia's ability to have empathy while also seeing the root of an issue and providing strong suggestions with care is one of her strong points. I feel deeply seen and heard and well advised when I come to her for therapy.

    Amazon Aloha

  • Amelia is wonderful to work with. She brings her professional, clinical and personal experience to her sessions. She gives tangible advice and also has a ton of compassion.

    -Samantha Abrams

  • Amelia's breadth of experience gives her a unique therapeutic perspective. She is deeply invested in supporting her clients and collaborating with them to create growth and change!

    -Margot Coggins, LMFT

  • Amelia's diverse experience shines through in her thoughtful, collaborative approach. She is dedicated to helping her clients achieve real growth and positive change

    -Jennifer Strehle, LMFT

  • I highly recommend Amelia. She's a compassionate, grounded therapist who blends mind-body awareness with deep clinical skill, helping clients move through shame, grief, and transition with warmth, clarity, and care.

    Stephanie Harimoto, LMFT

  • Amelia creates a compassionate, safe space that fosters growth, resilience, and deep connection. Her thoughtful, collaborative approach truly supports meaningful healing and positive change.

    -Miranda Erikson

  • Amelia is a skilled, compassionate couples therapist who helps partners feel understood and more connected. She brings warmth, clarity, and depth to relationship work, supporting couples in navigating conflict, growth, and meaningful change with care!

    -Quynh Nguyễn

  • Amelia is a wonderful therapist, helping couples and partners reconnect by identifying patterns that keep relationships feeling stuck. She helps couples deepen connection, build effective communication, and strengthen their relationship.

    -Megan Hanes, Clinical Social Worker

  • Amelia is a highly attuned, relational therapist who brings depth, clarity, and warmth to her work with individuals and couples. Her presence is grounding, her insights are thoughtful, and her care is evident. I confidently recommend her.

    -Yemaya Wellness Center

  • I highly recommend Amelia for clients seeking relationship support. She brings warmth, clinical expertise, and a grounded presence to her work, helping clients navigate challenges, improve communication, and build healthier, more connected relationships.

    -Haley Alexander

You’ve put in the physical work.

Now let’s build what’s underneath it.

You can take the next step.


Call and/or leave your contact information. We will find out if we are the right fit. Whether it is me or another clinical in my network, I am here to point you in the helpful direction. I have found that reaching out is the hardest part. So let me make it easy for you.

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