Dr. Keaton Muzika, Ph.D.
Keaton Muzika is a licensed clinical and sport psychologist with 16 years of experience providing mental health services to adolescents and adults across multiple settings and mental health challenges. She provides mental health and mental performance services to professional, Olympic, All-American, collegiate, high school, and recreational athletes, as well as performers, students, and professionals.
As a former USA Hockey National Team member and Division I student-athlete at Brown University, Dr. Muzika understands the unique challenges and joys of competing at the highest level. Her athletic identity continues to be an important part of who she is, and she draws on both personal experience and clinical expertise to build strong, relatable connections with her clients—creating a supportive environment where you feel seen, understood, and empowered.
Through a personalized, holistic approach, Dr. Muzika partners with her clients to set goals, gain insight, build resilience, and develop skills needed for lasting growth.
✔ A decade of providing mental health and mental performance services to NCAA Division I and Big Ten championship teams at Northwestern University, including Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swim & Dive, and Tennis - go ‘Cats!
✔ Partnered with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) to design and deliver a comprehensive program supporting Olympic and Paralympic athletes as they navigate the transition from elite sport to retirement.
✔ Former adjunct instructor at the University of Denver
Education
Northwestern University, Postdoctoral Fellowship
University of Denver, Ph.D. Counseling Psychology
Columbia University, M.S. Social Work
Brown University, B.A. Psychology
Licenses/Credentials
Illinois Licensed Clinical Psychologist #071010202
Listed in the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Mental Health Directory
Member of the Clinical/Counseling Sport Psychology Association (CCSPA)
Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Psychology PSYPACT #19167
Areas of Expertise
Athlete mental health
Sport and performance psychology
College mental health
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD
Stress
Identity development
Relationship concerns
Transition/adjustment
Injury
Sport retirement
Philosophy
At the heart of the practice is a belief in the power of empathy, compassion, collaboration, and authentic connection. Dr. Muzika works with you to foster meaningful, lasting change while celebrating your strengths and supporting you through life’s challenges.
As a psychologist with deep understanding of sport and performance, Dr. Muzika embraces a holistic view of well-being. She knows that mental health and performance are not separate, but deeply intertwined. Dr. Muzika’s approach integrates mental skills training with mental health care, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally – on the field, in the classroom, in the boardroom, and in everyday life.