Therapy for
Performance therapy for pressure at work, school, and beyond
Therapy for adults managing high-stakes pressure, focus, and stress.
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4.95from 113 reviews
In-network with
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Medicare
- Oscar Health
- Meritain Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Cigna
- Optum
- Highmark BCBS WNY
- Univera Healthcare
- MagnaCare
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Industry-leading, structured care
Progress measured monthly, not guessed at
We respond within one business day
Every clinician state-licensed
Why MindView
Most therapy for Performance has no structure. Ours has four stages and a scoreboard.
Most practices deliver therapy for Performance however the therapist you happened to get was trained. We run one format for every client, and we measure it.
- 01
Intake
What is actually going on, rated 0 to 10 as your baseline.
- 02
Your history
Why it is happening. History, relationships, work, health.
- 03
Treatment plan
Written and collaborative, built against those causes.
- 04
Monthly review
Standardized measures, reviewed with you. You see the trend.
A license is where our training starts, not where it ends.
Every clinician is state-licensed before they see a single client. Then they train with us across every modality, and how to match one to the problem in front of them.
What clients say
4.95 averagefrom 113 reviews
- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has great customer service and is very flexible, with good therapist availability and clear communication of any changes. Genuinely a great place for therapy with zero judgement.
Kailani M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The support staff was very helpful in assisting me to find the right provider. And the provider they found me is personable, a good listener, has good advice, and appears to be quite knowledgeable. I'm very happy with my decision to go with MindView.
Kevin R.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I truly felt seen, heard and understood by my therapist. Goals and next step expectations were clearly explained for processing.
Diane S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I had a great onboarding experience with MindView. My therapist took the time to do a really thorough intake, which I appreciated, and the staff keeps communication clear and consistent. Plus, they handled my insurance verification hassle free.
Jennifer P.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I'm new to this therapy place, however the couples therapist we are seeing is amazing so far. She's a great listener and I can't wait to see how much further we can get with her guidance.
Maritza M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Great therapists, excellent customer service.
Meta
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has been incredibly supportive and compassionate. She creates a safe, welcoming space, and I truly feel heard and understood. I'm very grateful for her guidance. Highly recommend.
Laura S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The clinician is helpful. I would recommend this to my friends. I can communicate better with my family members. Thanks for your cooperation.
Sharmin S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process to find a therapist was very smooth and quick. The intake did take some time, but it was a very thorough process. Overall a great service and very helpful.
Jorge Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Helpful, and they let you know everything in advance.
Naphtali S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has been wonderful to work with. The team is kind, responsive, and made the entire process feel easy from the start. I always felt heard and supported, and I really appreciate the compassionate care I've received. Highly recommend.
Angela D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a great experience with MindView. They are easy to communicate with and handle my needs quickly. I've had some great sessions with my therapist and would highly recommend checking them out.
Kylah B.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has done a great job of teaching me how to translate my thoughts into personal feelings, as well as helpful techniques to deal with my anxiety.
Ladale N.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about my counselor. From the very start she made me feel heard, respected, and supported without judgement. She is a great listener and challenges me to grow in healthy ways.
Barbara D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is such a great therapist. She really listens to what you are saying and helps you figure out situations.
Leah D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process from start to finish is made so easy. You get assigned to someone quickly and can choose from various time slots to work around your schedule. No sitting on a phone waiting, just quick and to the point with every step.
Shannon G.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had such a positive experience with MindView Therapy. The sessions have given me so much clarity and practical tools to handle life's ups and downs. I feel more equipped and confident moving forward. If you are looking for a supportive and insightful therapy experience, I highly recommend them.
Lucie L.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is an amazing therapist. She understands me and where I am coming from without hesitation. It is a complete judgement-free zone.
Barbie Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a really wonderful experience at MindView. My therapist is a great listener and always made me feel heard and understood. I've seen meaningful progress. Would recommend.
Manana D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Kind, helpful, and good at what they do! My therapist is truly one-of-a-kind, and has helped me so much.
Nick B.
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Performance therapy helps adults handle high-stakes pressure without burning out. You work on the thoughts that hijack focus, the physical stress response before a big moment, and the recovery habits that make sustained output possible. It is for professionals, students, athletes, and creatives, not only elite performers.
Does this sound like you?
- I prepare for weeks and then freeze in the room.
- I cannot fall asleep the night before anything that matters.
- My hands shake and my mind goes blank the moment I start speaking.
- I have stopped putting myself up for things I could probably win.
- I never switch off, and even my time off feels like preparation.
- One bad performance stays with me for months.
- I am doing well and it does not feel like it from the inside.
You do not have to be in crisis to start. If several of these sound familiar, therapy can help.
If several of these sound familiar, that is worth talking about.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
What is performance therapy?
Performance therapy is therapy aimed at the moments where the stakes are high and your mind stops cooperating. The presentation. The exam. The competition. The interview. The pitch.
It is not motivational coaching and it is not a pep talk. It is clinical work on the specific mechanisms that degrade performance under pressure: attention that narrows onto the wrong thing, a body that floods with adrenaline at the wrong time, and thoughts that turn from the task to the verdict.
The American Psychological Association describes chronic stress as something that erodes concentration, sleep, and health over time. That erosion is what shows up as a performance problem.
Why do I fall apart when it matters most?
Because your attention leaves the task. Under pressure, most people stop thinking about what they are doing and start thinking about how they are doing.
That switch is the whole failure. The moment your mind is running an evaluation, it is not running the skill. Musicians call it thinking about your hands. It has the same effect anywhere.
The body joins in. Adrenaline rises, breathing goes shallow, hands shake. The physical response is not the enemy, because some arousal helps performance. The trouble starts when you read those sensations as proof you are about to fail, which pulls attention even further from the task.
Then there is avoidance. Turning down opportunities protects you from failing, and it also quietly shrinks what you are capable of.
What do you work on in sessions?
Three things, roughly in this order.
Attention. You learn to notice when your focus has left the task and to bring it back. This is a trainable skill, and it does more for performance than any amount of self-belief.
The stress response. You practice managing arousal so that it fuels you rather than floods you. That includes breathing, preparation routines, and learning to treat a racing heart as readiness rather than danger.
A large part of the work is building a pre-performance routine: a short, repeatable sequence you run before the moment that matters. It gives your attention somewhere to go while the adrenaline is rising, and it removes the need to improvise under pressure.
You also work on what happens afterward. Most high performers review a bad day by punishing themselves, which feels like accountability and functions as damage. A useful review is specific, brief, and technical, and it separates what you controlled from what you did not.
Recovery. High performers usually fail on this one. Sleep, downtime, and the ability to stop replaying yesterday are not soft extras. Nobody sustains output on a depleted system, and the crash tends to arrive as burnout rather than as a bad day.
Is this the same as anxiety treatment?
There is overlap, and the tools share a foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy. But the aim is different.
Anxiety treatment usually reduces distress. Performance work is aimed at capability under pressure, and distress reduction is a means to that, not the goal itself.
Many people come with both. If the pressure has spilled into general anxiety, panic, or sleep problems, your therapist will address that too. The two are usually the same fire.
Avoidance deserves its own mention, because it is the quietest failure mode. Turning down the opportunity is how a performance problem becomes a career problem. It never feels like a decision at the time. It feels like being sensible, or busy, or not quite ready yet, and the pattern is only visible in hindsight.
If that is where you are, the work starts smaller than you think. You do not begin with the biggest stage available.
Can I do this by telehealth?
Yes. Sessions are conducted by telehealth and is often the only workable option for people whose schedules or travel make an office visit unrealistic.
MindView serves adults in Jamaica, Queens, in Buffalo, and in Carmel, Indiana. We are in-network with most major plans and we are accepting new clients.
What comes next?
If you have prepared well and still keep leaving your best work in the practice room, the gap is not a lack of effort. It is a solvable technical problem.
You can book a session online, or call (646) 493-4007 if you want to speak to someone first. We respond within one business day.
What does it look like?
- •Pressure that affects focus or sleep
- •Second-guessing or fear of underperforming
- •Stress that spills into the rest of life
- •Trouble switching off
- •Avoiding challenges to prevent failure
Who is this for?
- •Professionals, students, and creatives under pressure
- •People who want to perform without burning out
- •Anyone managing high expectations
What does therapy here actually look like?
The first three sessions follow a clear structure, so you always know what is coming next.
- The first session
Your first session is an intake. You describe what brought you in, the high-stakes moments, what happens in your body and mind during them, and your history. You rate the intensity of the pressure from 0 to 10, and that rating becomes your baseline. You set a recurring weekly time before you leave.
- Mapping what is behind it
Your therapist walks through your life across stages, looking for the patterns and strengths behind how you handle pressure, across school, work, sport, and the rest of your life. You can decline any question.
- Writing the plan together
You and your therapist build the plan together. Goals are tied to attention under pressure, the stress response, and recovery, each with concrete objectives. You also set one personal goal that matters to you and is not tied to a diagnosis.
- Ongoing
Weekly sessions work the plan. You build and run a pre-performance routine, apply the skills to real events, and review them without self-punishment. Once a month you and your therapist review standardized measures together to see whether the pressure and the avoidance are easing, and the plan is adjusted from what they show.
Therapy here is measured, not guessed
Once a month you have a measurement-based care review. You complete standardized measures, and your therapist reviews the trend with you. If something is not working, the plan changes. Regular therapy is the work. The review is the navigation system that keeps it pointed at the right target.
Sessions are weekly for the first two months to build a foundation, then frequency is reassessed with you. You set the pace, and you share only what you are comfortable sharing.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Common questions
Do you take insurance, and what will this cost me?
We are in-network with most major plans. In New York: UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Medicare, Oscar Health, Meritain Health, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Optum, Highmark BCBS WNY, Univera Healthcare and MagnaCare. In Indiana: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna and Aetna. We confirm your benefits before your first session.
What happens in the first session?
Your therapist asks about the moments that matter to you, what happens in your head and body during them, and what you have already tried. You leave with a plan for what to work on first.
How long does this take, and does it work?
Performance work is often short and focused, and it depends on practicing the skills between sessions. Your therapist tracks progress with you. We do not guarantee results, and anyone who does is selling something.
Do I need a diagnosis to start?
No. Performance pressure is not a disorder and you do not need a label. Wanting to handle high stakes better is a legitimate reason to come in.
Can I do this by telehealth, and how soon can I be seen?
Yes. Video sessions work well here and fit around demanding schedules, travel, and training. We are accepting new clients and typically respond within one business day.
Is this only for athletes?
No. We work with professionals, students, performers, and anyone facing high-stakes demands. The mechanics of pressure are the same whether the moment is a courtroom, a stage, an exam, or a field.
Your questions, answered in full
How do I get started?
- 1
Check your insurance
Most major plans are accepted, and checking takes under a minute.
See if we take your insurance - 2
- 3
Meet your therapist
Your first session is an intake. Your therapist asks what brought you in, and you set a weekly time together.
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