Dr. Steven Portenga PH.D., Psychologist
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Dr. Steven Portenga PH.D.

Psychologist | Exercise & Sports

1720 S Bellaire St Suite 305 Denver CO, 80222
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Dr. Steven Portenga is a psychologist practicing in Denver, CO. Dr. Portenga specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Portenga evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Portenga because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.

Education and Training

University of Utah MS 2003

University of Missouri / Columbia Campus PhD 2004

University of Michigan College of Engineering BSE 1993

Provider Details

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Awards

  • Dr. Joe Vigil Coaches Education Award 2012 USA Track & Field 
  • Student Practitioner Award 2004 Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology 

Treatments

  • Biofeedback Therapy
  • Performance Psychology
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (cbt)
  • Stress Management
  • Sports Psychology
  • Sports Performance
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (act)
  • Mindfulness Based (mbct)
  • Brief Therapy
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Group Counseling

Professional Memberships

  • Founding Member, Coalition for the Psychology of High Performance American Psychological Association  2012 
  • Member, Presidential Task Force on the Whole Gifted Child National Association for Gifted Children  2016 

Fellowships

  • University of California, Davis Sports & Performance Psychology  2005

Publications

  • Journal of Sport Psychology in ActionHelping to Build a Profession: A Working Definition of Sport & Performance Psychology2016
  • Assessment in Sport Psychology ConsultingPersonality Tests: Understanding the Athlete as Person2017
  • Review of General PsychologyCompetition’s Role in Developing Psychological Strength and Outstanding Performance2016
  • Journal of Sport Psychology in Action,Consulting on the Run2012

Experience & Accolades

  • Chair, Psychological Services Subcommittee2004 - 2013USA Track & FieldResponsible for sport psychology consulting services to junior and senior elite level track and field athletes affiliated with USA National Teams, including World Championships and Olympic Games.
  • Director of Sport Psychology2005 - 2012Division of Athletics and Recreation, University of DenverProvide sport psychology consulting services to all 17 NCAA Division I athletic teams, individual athletes, and coaches. Developed and oversee the Pioneer Leadership Academy.
  • Founding Director2006 - 2007Graduate School of Professional Psychology, University of DenverResponsible for developing all aspects of a new graduate program in sport and performance psychology.
  • Clinical Professor2005 - 2016Graduate School of Professional Psychology, University of DenverTaught graduate courses in the Sport & Performance Psychology program. Mentor and advise students regarding doctoral papers, research, and career planning.

Dr. Steven Portenga PH.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1720 S Bellaire St Suite 305

1720 S Bellaire St Suite 305 -
Denver, CO 80222
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