At Beyond The Arena Sports Mental Health & Social Work, we believe athletes are more than their performance. Behind every practice, game, and competition is a person navigating pressure, expectations, identity, and life beyond the sport.
We specialize in supporting athletes, students, and active individuals through mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, confidence issues, and life transitions. Our approach blends clinical therapy, evidence-based therapy, sport-informed mental health care, and social work principles creating a relatable, engaging, and effective experience for clients to support growth both on and off the field.
We work with youth, adolescents, collegiate athletes, and adults partnering with families when appropriate to address not only performance related concerns, but also school, relationships, emotional well-being, and personal development.
Our mission is simple:
to help athletes build resilience, strengthen mindset, and thrive in life beyond the arena.
Supporting Athletes, Families, and Teams When Pressure starts to take over
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Young Athletes (Ages 8–12)
Helping Young Athletes Build Confidence, Emotional Skills, and Resilience
At Beyond The Arena Sports Mental Health & Social Work, we provide age-appropriate mental health support for young athletes ages 8–12. This stage of development is crucial for building emotional regulation, confidence, and healthy coping skills. Our services support children both in sports and in everyday life, helping them manage emotions, pressure, and challenges in a safe and supportive environment.
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Teen Athletes (Ages 13–18)
At Beyond the Arena, we provide specialized mental health therapy and sports performance support for teen athletes ages 13–18 in Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Central Florida, and statewide through virtual therapy. We help teen athletes manage anxiety, stress, performance pressure, injuries, burnout, and identity development supporting emotional well-being and athletic success on and off the field.
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Support for Parents & Caregivers of Athletes
At Beyond The Arena Sports Mental Health & Social Work, we offer parent and caregiver sessions designed to support those raising athletes. Parenting an athlete can be rewarding and challenging, and these sessions provide guidance, education, and emotional support to help parents navigate sports-related stress while supporting their child’s mental health and development.
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Youth Rodeo Athletes, Parents & Teams
AtBeyond The Arena Sports Mental Health & Social Work, we provide specialized mental health support for youth rodeo athletes and the families and teams who support them. Rodeo demands courage, focus, and resilience and young athletes often face pressure, fear of injury, performance stress, and balancing school, family, and competition.
Our goal is to support your athlete’s mental wellness, confidence, and emotional growth in and out of the arena.
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Adult & Retired Athletes
I provide specialized sports social work and therapy services for adult athletes and retired athletes focused on mental health, emotional well-being, and life transitions beyond sport. Services support individuals dealing with athlete identity loss, career transition after sports, performance anxiety, injury recovery, burnout, depression, stress, and relationship challenges.
As a trained sports social worker and therapist, I use evidence-based, trauma informed, and strengths-based approaches to help athletes build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and develop purpose outside of competition.
Transforming Mental Health for Athletes
At Beyond The Arena, we understand that athletes face unique pressures, expectations, and emotional challenges both on and off the field. As sports social work and mental health professionals, we provide support that helps athletes:
Strengthen their mindset for peak performance
Manage stress and performance anxiety
Build confidence and self-esteem
Develop essential life skills for balance and success
Our goal is to ensure athletes have the support, tools, and resources needed to thrive in sports, school, and life. Whether you’re a youth athlete in Kissimmee, a collegiate player in St. Cloud, or participating virtually across Florida, we help athletes achieve mental, emotional, and personal growth beyond the arena.
A Modern, Holistic Approach to Athlete Mental Health
At Beyond The Arena , we blend sports Mental health social work with therapeutic support to care for the whole athlete mind and body. Our sessions combine performance focused guidance with evidence-based therapy to help athletes:
Manage stress and performance anxiety
Build resilience and mental toughness
Stay grounded during challenges on and off the field
This modern, holistic approach is designed to support emotional wellbeing, enhance athletic performance, and promote long-term growth both in sports and in life.
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From the Sidelines
I highly recommend Zuleika Rosa as a compassionate, skilled, and hands on clinician. She is compassionate, hands on, and skilled in supporting children, teens, and adults. Her warm, client-centered approach helps clients feel understood while giving tools.
-Former Althete
She is a driven and highly receptive intern with standout dedication to mastering clinical practice. Her curiosity, professionalism, and emerging therapeutic skill set position her to excel-especially as she pursues specialization in working with athlete.
-Former Athlete
Zuleika Rosa is a compassionate, skilled therapist who supports children and adults facing anxiety, emotional regulation, and life transitions. She creates a safe space, strengthens communication, and empowers clients to build confidence and healthier
-Former Athlete