About
He specializes in therapy and mental performance coaching for athletes, particularly trail and ultrarunners, climbers, and mountain athletes. With a background in applied sport psychology and experience leading expeditions with Outward Bound, Neal helps his clients navigate the psychological weight of setbacks, hard seasons, and pressure. He works with athletes aged 17 and up, addressing issues such as anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and injury recovery. Neal's approach focuses on building resilience and helping his clients return to their sport with genuine confidence and grit. He offers free 15-minute consultations and provides therapy and mental performance coaching in-person in Longmont and Boulder, as well as via telehealth across Colorado.
Insurance & payment
Neal Palles accepts Aetna insurance plans.
- Aetna
Listed fee: $150 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Therapy for athletes
Neal Palles provides therapy for athletes aged 17 and up, addressing issues such as anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and injury recovery.
Mental Performance Coaching
Neal Palles offers mental performance coaching to help athletes build resilience and return to their sport with genuine confidence and grit.
Anxiety, Trauma, and Grief Support
Neal Palles helps athletes process and manage anxiety, trauma, and grief, ensuring they can continue to perform at their best.
Injury Recovery and Performance
Neal Palles supports athletes in recovering from injuries and returning to their sport with confidence and resilience.
Burnout and Pressure Management
Neal Palles helps athletes manage burnout and pressure, ensuring they can maintain a healthy and productive approach to their sport.