Remote Sports Psychology Consultant for Athletes

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Sports Psychologist Consultant to deliver mental performance coaching to athletes and teams worldwide. This fully remote role focuses on enhancing focus, resilience, and confidence across diverse clients from your own workspace.

The successful candidate will apply advanced clinical techniques, support injury recovery, and collaborate with a performance team to advance cutting-edge sports psychology practice.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Psychology, Sports Psychology, or a related field.
• Licensed or certified as a psychologist or mental health professional in a relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience working with athletes at various levels (amateur, professional).
• Expertise in performance enhancement techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with secure video conferencing platforms and remote client management tools.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse clients.
• Strong ethical judgment and commitment to client confidentiality.
• Experience with team dynamics and group facilitation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote individual and group counseling sessions focused on mental skills training.
• Develop and implement strategies for stress management, anxiety reduction, and performance enhancement.
• Assist athletes in goal setting, motivation, and maintaining focus under pressure.
• Provide support for injury recovery and return-to-sport processes from a psychological perspective.
• Facilitate team cohesion and communication workshops.
• Educate athletes and coaches on the psychological aspects of sport performance.
• Maintain detailed and confidential client records.
• Stay current with research and best practices in sports psychology.
• Collaborate with other members of the performance team as needed.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Communication

Performance psychology

Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Mindfulness

Rapport building

Ethical judgment

Team dynamics

Remote client management

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Psychology / Sports Psychology

Tools

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Sports Psychologist Consultant to deliver mental performance coaching to athletes and teams worldwide. This fully remote role focuses on enhancing focus, resilience, and confidence across diverse clients from your own workspace.

The successful candidate will apply advanced clinical techniques, support injury recovery, and collaborate with a performance team to advance cutting-edge sports psychology practice.