Amanda Leibovitz

Dr. Amanda Leibovitz is an Assistant Professor in the Sport & Performance Psychology department at the University of Western States. She holds a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of North Texas, an MA in Counseling from Adler University, and a BA in International Communications Studies from the University of Nottingham. Licensed as an LMHC (Washington), LPC (South Carolina), EMDR Certified Therapist, and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), she specializes in trauma-informed mental health services and performance consulting for athletes and tactical populations.

• Institution: University of Western States
• Department: Sport & Performance Psychology (SPP)

Her research focuses on psychosocial needs of athletes with disabilities, veteran wellness through sport, and trauma-informed practices in athletics. She previously worked with the U.S. Army's Holistic Health & Fitness program and Semper Fi & America's Fund, advocating for adaptive sport communities.

Dr. Leibovitz's publications emphasize barriers faced by para-athletes, LGBTQ+ athlete inclusion, and trauma education for coaches. She mentors CMPC candidates and actively contributes to professional organizations like the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).