Brad Bryk, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist & Sport Psychologist
Brad is the owner and founder of BrykMinds, LLC. He is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Maryland and Washington D.C. and, through the Psychological Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) he is authorized to practice via telehealth in 40 other participating states.
Brad is incredibly passionate about working with clients struggling with sport performance, anxiety, relationship distress, and identity development/cultural concerns. He finds it imperative to explore and discuss the various cultures and identities that his clients identify with. Brad's therapy style is easygoing, transparent, and approachable, with a sprinkle of dry humor mixed in. Brad has extensive experience working with athletes from a variety of sports, including, swimming & diving, sailing, rowing, lacrosse, softball, soccer, track & field, baseball, gymnastics, water polo, and tennis.
Social justice work is an incredibly important aspect of Brad’s work as a clinician and as an individual who identifies with many identities that provide him with power and privilege in his everyday life. He recognizes that his identities and his clients’ identities will always be part of the therapeutic relationship and it is vital for him as a clinician to do his own identity work to be more aware of his own biases, stereotypes, and assumptions. Moreover, putting time and energy into creating meaningful partnerships and relationships with organizations and individuals engaging in social justice work is salient in order to create effective change in the community.
Brad received his BA in Psychology from New York University, his MA in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Denver, and his PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Brad is a member of the Clinical/Counseling Sport Psychology Association (CCSPA), the American Psychological Association (and Division 47 of APA) and the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. Brad is listed as a provider in the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee's (USOPC) Mental Health registry to serve Team USA athletes.
When Brad is out of the office, you can find him spending time with his family, attending various sporting events, specifically New York Jets football games, watching any and all sport documentaries he can get his hands on, enjoying concerts, and taking his dog, Nigel, on long walks.
His rate for individual therapy sessions is $220.00, and he offers a sliding scale fee to some clients. Brad is also available for group/team consultations. Additionally, he assists clients who seek reimbursement from their out-of-network insurance providers.
Brad looks forward to connecting with you!
Annie Morris, LGPC, NCC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Annie Morris is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor at BrykMinds. She holds licensure as a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in the State of Maryland, is a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and hopes to obtain licensure in Washington D.C. soon! With a focus on performance mental health, Annie works with individuals in high-pressure environments, including current and former athletes, coaches, young professionals, executives, and those navigating life transitions. She supports clients experiencing performance anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, injury, identity development, women’s issues, and challenges related to self-worth.
A former Division I lacrosse player, youth coach, and personal trainer, Annie brings a deep, lived understanding of the psychological, emotional, and physical demands of high-performance roles. She creates a collaborative, relationship-driven space where clients feel both supported and thoughtfully challenged. Her therapeutic style is warm, conversational, collaborative, and attuned - rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for the vulnerability that growth requires.
Annie is passionate about bridging the gap between mental health and performance. Grounded in a Person-Centered framework, her approach focuses on trust-building, values alignment, self-awareness, and sustainable growth. She believes therapy should center on clients as whole humans, not just as performers, providing a space where they can be seen, known, and valued beyond achievement.
Annie holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Health Sciences from Virginia Commonwealth University and earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Her clinical training includes work at GIFTs Mental Health Clinic and Loyola University Maryland Counseling Center. While completing her graduate degree she served as a Graduate Assistant for Student-Athlete Success at Johns Hopkins. Annie is also a member of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
Annie is deeply committed to social justice and advocacy, recognizing how systems of power and intersecting identities shape the therapeutic space. She actively fosters an inclusive, affirming environment and is dedicated to her own ongoing identity work, cultural humility, and community engagement.
Outside of counseling, you can find Annie running, sailing, traveling, cheering on the Orioles and Eagles, and spending time with friends and family.
Annie is currently under clinical supervision as she works toward full licensure as an LCPC. Her rate for individual therapy is $165.00, and she offers sliding scale options for a limited number of clients. She also provides consultation for teams and athletic organizations.
Annie looks forward to connecting with you!
License Number: LGP16828
Aleeya Sawyer
Pre-Doctoral Extern
Aleeya Sawyer, MS, MA is a current clinical psychology doctoral student in the APA-accredited Clinical Psychology Program (PsyD) at Loyola University Maryland. She is currently licensed as a Psychology Associate in the state of Maryland. Aleeya is deeply committed to creating spaces that encourage individuals to share their experiences, obstacles, and accomplishments, while fostering acceptance and comfortability.
Aleeya received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Howard University, where she also played collegiate soccer. Her collegiate athletic experience played a transformative role in developing her interest in athlete mental health. After graduating from Howard, she attended the University of Denver where she obtained her Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology.
Her previous training includes working as a student clinician at the Loyola Clinical Centers and as a Performance Consultant for the University of Denver’s Center for Performance Excellence. As a student clinician, she has had the opportunity to provide individual and group psychotherapy to clients presenting with a broad spectrum of concerns. In her role as a Performance Consultant, Aleeya gained experience working with individuals from multiple sporting disciplines, such as baseball, soccer, gymnastics, and volleyball. In addition, she also has experience designing, implementing, and executing performance psychology and mental skills interventions for athletes and teams. In September of 2025, Aleeya will begin as a clinical doctoral extern at Loyola University Maryland’s Counseling Center in the Student-Athlete Mental Health Services track.
As a professional who identifies as a Black woman, Aleeya has been able to bring unique, valuable, and insightful perspectives when working with a diverse range of clients. She constantly leans into humility by engaging in continuous self-reflection and self-evaluation to examine her biases and commit to lifelong learning. Clinically, she is passionate about working with high-performing individuals, minority populations, and groups/teams. Aleeya’s therapeutic style incorporates a balance of flexibility, client collaboration, and challenge while simultaneously remaining true to authenticity and adhering to ethical standards.
When she is not wearing her student & clinician hat, Aleeya enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring new restaurants, and traveling.
Her rate for individual therapy sessions is $90, and she offers a sliding scale fee for some clients. She also offers team and group consultations.
Aleeya looks forward to connecting with you!
