Meet Adam O’Neil, PhD
As a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Atlas Psychology in Boulder, Dr. Adam O'Neil specializes in both comprehensive psychological services and sport and high performance psychology, bringing over a decade of expertise in trauma-informed assessment and evidence-based therapy to serve children, adolescents, young adults, and families throughout Colorado.
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Welcome! I'm Dr. Adam O'Neil (pronouns: he/him/his), a licensed clinical psychologist (Colorado PSY.00005457) and founder of Atlas Psychology in Boulder. As a Boulder psychologist, I specialize in serving children, adolescents, young adults, and families through both clinical psychology and sports performance counseling. As a PSYPACT provider (mobility #9118), I'm also able to support clients in select states beyond Colorado.
My approach at Atlas Psychology Boulder integrates evidence-based mental health principles with advanced psychological performance techniques, offering comprehensive support for both clinical and performance-oriented needs.
Educational Background & Training
My foundation in psychology began at Lake Forest College near Chicago, followed by a master's in sport and performance psychology from the University of Denver. I completed my PhD in clinical psychology at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, CA, through an APA-accredited program. For over a decade, I've developed expertise in trauma-informed comprehensive psychological assessments.
Clinical Experience
My predoctoral internship at the University of Oklahoma's Health Sciences Center (HSC) and Psychological Resources for OU Student Athletes (PROS) focused on supporting young adults, particularly collegiate athletes, through psychological assessment and psychotherapy. I further specialized in trauma-informed child and adolescent clinical psychology during my postdoctoral residency at Commander Counseling and Wellness in Norman, OK, where I honed my skills in:
Comprehensive psychological assessment
Mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies (ACT and MBCT)
Developmental psychology across age groups
Family and institutional support services
Sport and Performance Psychology Expertise
As a sport and performance psychologist in Boulder, I work extensively with athletes and performers across various domains:
Support for three Team USA Paralympic teams (Tokyo-Paris summer Games)
Consultation with Olympic-level athletes
Work with international competitors (World Surf League, CrossFit Games)
Professional sports team consulting
Performance psychology program development
I currently serve as an adjunct professor in the Sport and Performance Psychology master's program at the University of Denver, conducting research on athlete transitions and meditation's impact on team development. My consulting work extends to Fortune 500 companies, where I develop and lead performance enhancement workshops.
Continued Professional Development
To provide the most current, effective treatment approaches, I regularly pursue advanced training in:
Trauma-Oriented & Resilience-Informed Care
Social and Cultural Considerations in Psychological Assessment
Telepsychology and Telehealth
Antiracist Psychological Assessment and Therapy
Neurodiversity and Neurodevelopmental Conditions
Executive Functioning and Gender Differences
Mental Health First Aid & SafeSport
Health Service Psychology
Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
I maintain active collaboration with various healthcare professionals, including social workers, occupational therapists, educators, psychologists, and psychiatrists, ensuring comprehensive care for my clients at Atlas Psychology Boulder.
Dr. O'Neil is currently accepting new clients at Atlas Psychology in Boulder, Colorado. Contact us to schedule a consultation for clinical psychology services or sports performance counseling.
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Post-Doctoral Resident - Commander Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Psychology Internship - University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (APA Accredited)
Doctorate of Philosophy - Clinical Psychology - Fielding Graduate University (APA Accredited)
Masters of Arts - Sport and Performance Psychology - University of Denver
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology - Lake Forest College
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (Lic. 00005457)
Authority to Practice Inter-jurisdictional Telepsychology - PSYPACT
Health Service Psychologist, National Register of Health Service Psychologists(Lic. 63723)
Mental Mental Health Registered Provider Registered Provider, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee
Sport Psychology Registered Provider, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee
US Center for Safe Sport Trained, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee
Anti-Doping Educated for Health Care Professionals, World Anti-Doping Agency
Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), Association for Applied Sport Psychology
Board Certified Neurofeedback Clinician(Fellow Status), Biofeedback Certification International Alliance
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