LEON SPORTS AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHIATRY CLINIC

To request an appointment with Dr. Leon, email, or call/text to 512.474.2488

Dr. Leon, MD does not accept insurance so payment is expected at the time of the appointment. Some insurances will reimburse members for doctor appointments out of network. However, each plan is different. Consult your insurer for the specifics.

Dr. Leon, MD has three board certifications as follows:

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology – General Psychiatry 1998-current

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology – Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 1998-current

American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry 2024-current

Sports psychiatrists provide a wide range of services to athletes, including:

1. Evaluation and Diagnosis: Sports psychiatrists evaluate athletes for mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. They also diagnose conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and bipolar disorder.
2. Treatment: Once a diagnosis is made, sports psychiatrists develop a treatment plan tailored to the athlete’s needs. Treatment may include medications, therapy, and lifestyle changes.
3. Performance Enhancement: Sports psychiatrists help athletes enhance their mental skills, such as focus, motivation, and resilience, to improve their performance. They also teach relaxation techniques and stress management skills.
4. Injury and Rehabilitation: Sports psychiatrists work with injured athletes to manage the emotional impact of their injuries and help them cope with the rehabilitation process.

Sports psychiatrists can help athletes in many ways, including:

1. Enhancing Performance: By addressing mental health issues and improving mental skills, sports psychiatrists can help athletes reach their full potential.
2. Preventing Injuries: Mental health problems can increase the risk of physical injury. Sports psychiatrists can identify and treat these problems, reducing the risk of injury.
3. Coping with Injury: When athletes do get injured, sports psychiatrists can help them cope with the emotional impact of their injury and stay motivated during rehabilitation.
4. Improving Well-Being: By promoting mental health and well-being, sports psychiatrists can help athletes lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, both on and off the field.

Psychiatrists and Psychologists are both mental health professionals, but they have different educational backgrounds. Psychiatrists are Medical Doctors, who completed medical school and subsequently completed a four or five year residency training. Psychiatrists can prescribe medication in addition to providing psychotherapy. Psychologists, on the other hand, have advanced degrees in psychology and provide therapy services. While both professions play crucial roles in mental healthcare, the key difference lies in the treatment approach, with Psychiatrists utilizing medication as a tool in addition to therapy, while Psychologists primarily focus on talk therapy and behavior modification.