Dr. Samantha Sanderson Brown
Psy.D., HSP | Licensed Psychologist | Owner
I’m Dr. Brown (she/her), a licensed clinical psychologist who has spent the last decade working with elite athletes and high-performing professionals. I help people navigate the emotional realities within and beyond high-performance environments, especially during periods of change, uncertainty, and transition.
My work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I was a Division I soccer player at LSU and the University of Miami, and I live with multiple sclerosis. Alongside my doctoral training at Wright State University, exposure to neuropsychology, and specialization in rehabilitation psychology at Mount Sinai in Manhattan, these experiences inform how I understand sport, identity, and health.
Since 2023, I’ve served as Assistant Medical Director for Player Wellness for Major League Soccer Players’ Association (MLSPA), helping shape the mental health landscape and prioritize brain health for current and former MLS players. I also collaborate with professional sport organizations to build systems that support athletes as whole people, not just performers. I believe that many of the qualities that drive success in sport can be honed for long-term well-being, while others need to stay in sport.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in connection. I take time to understand each person’s context and experiences so we can work toward a future that feels meaningful and sustainable. I’m committed to ongoing growth through continuing education, consultation, and self-reflection.
I view myself as part of a broader team, offering referrals when additional support is needed. At the core of my work is the belief that connection is essential to health and that high performers deserve support that helps them thrive.
Who I Work With
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Athletes
Navigating transitions, identity, injury, and other life changes
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Health Stress
Adjusting to and living with changes in health and abilities
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Sport Orgs
Prioritizing mental fitness & emotional wellness
My Approach
Dr. Brown offers a thoughtful and collaborative space for clients to connect who they are beyond their performance while learning to relate to emotions in a helpful way. Her relational and evidence-based approach is rooted in understanding the whole person. She integrates her knowledge of sport culture with her clinical expertise to help clients process change, pursue growth, and discover meaning.
She is licensed in Colorado and is authorized to practice across state lines through PsyPACT.
The Importance Of Fit
Finding the right professional for what you need is vital. Dr. Brown believes optimal impact occurs when there’s a strong rapport, mutual understanding, and shared goals. Before beginning any work together, clients are invited to complete a contact form that helps assess alignment and clarify what kind of support is most appropriate—whether therapy or organizational consultation.
Request a Free Consultation
If you’re a current or former athlete, a coach, or a high-performing professional in transition, you’re not alone.
Please complete the contact form with what you would like to share. I’ll review your message and respond as soon as possible. If appropriate, the next step is a 20-minute consultation to see if working together is the right fit.
This form is not for urgent concerns or crisis support. Keep in mind that electronic communication is not confidential. This form is not intended to collect protected health information and does not establish a provider-client relationship.