How and Why Brynne Works With Athletes and High Achievers Struggling With Anxiety

Athletes and high achievers experience anxiety differently than the general population. Many are highly disciplined, externally successful, and trained to push through discomfort. That same drive that fuels performance can also mask chronic stress, fear of failure, and emotional overload.

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Brynne specializes in therapy for athletes and high achievers because anxiety in this population is often misunderstood. High performers rarely struggle from lack of motivation — they struggle from carrying too much pressure without a place to process it. Over time, untreated anxiety can interfere with confidence, focus, sleep, relationships, and long-term performance.

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This work is not about reducing ambition or lowering standards. It’s about helping high performers understand how anxiety operates in their nervous system and psychology so they can function at a high level without being controlled by fear.

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Through insight-based depth therapy, we examine the patterns that drive anxiety: perfectionism, identity tied to achievement, fear of disappointing others, and internalized expectations. When these patterns become conscious, athletes and high achievers gain more choice in how they respond under pressure.

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Clients often report:

• Reduced performance anxiety

• Greater emotional regulation during high-stakes moments

• Increased confidence and self-trust

• Improved focus and recovery after mistakes

• Relief from chronic overthinking

• More sustainable motivation

• A stronger identity beyond performance

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The goal is not to eliminate stress — stress is part of high performance. The goal is to change the relationship to anxiety so it becomes manageable, informative, and no longer debilitating.

 

High performers don’t need less drive. They need psychological support that matches the intensity of their environment.

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Virtual and In-Person Therapy Options

Most services are conducted virtually, allowing athletes and high achievers to access therapy consistently regardless of travel, training schedules, or competition demands. Virtual therapy provides privacy, flexibility, and continuity of care — essential for clients whose lives don’t fit into traditional office hours.

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In-person sessions are available depending on timing and availability. Meetings may be held in Gravity Haus shared office spaces, which provide a professional setting; however, privacy may vary depending on the layout of each location.

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For athletes who benefit from support within real-world performance environments, I also offer on-site services. Therapy sessions can be conducted at practices, training camps, or competitions when appropriate and requested by the athlete. That said, in-person environments are often best suited for performance coaching services, where real-time observation and integration into training can enhance skill development and psychological performance work.

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Walk-and-talk and on-snow therapy sessions are available for clients who prefer movement-based sessions. This format can support nervous system regulation, reduce pressure, and allow conversations to unfold more naturally.

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All services are tailored to the individual. The goal is to provide therapy and performance support that fits the realities of an athlete or high achiever’s life — not the other way around.