Crossover Health & Wellness was created from a lifelong love of sport and a deep commitment to mental health and suicide prevention. As a licensed therapist, coach’s spouse, and parent of student-athletes, I have seen firsthand how sport can shape confidence, identity, and connection—and how pressure, expectations, and unspoken stress can quietly impact an athlete’s well-being.
Buffy Bowers-Woods, LCSW, founder of Crossover Health & Wellness, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience serving children, adolescents, and families. She brings over a decade of direct clinical practice specializing in anxiety, depression, mindfulness, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention.
“Every student-athlete who participated said they would recommend the Crossover Effect program.”
“As a parent, I finally understand how to better support my athlete. The guidance and tools we received made a huge difference—at home and in competition.”
"I had been living in my head for too long. The performance pressure was overwhelming, but these sessions helped me find my focus again. I left feeling confident and ready."
“Starting in Week 2 of the Crossover Effect, we began ending every practice with breathing exercises. A small change that’s made a big difference in how our team resets and shows up.”
"From the mindset drills to the 1:1 support, every detail felt like it was designed for deep growth. I left feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to my game than I’ve been in a long time."
"This wasn’t just a training session. It was a return to my purpose. The skills brought me back to my strength, to my body, and to a feeling of confidence I had forgotten."
"There was something powerful about the whole experience. I felt held, seen, and supported as a whole person, not just a performer. I returned to the court with more clarity and more heart."
We support the whole person—mental, emotional, and physical wellness—so skills carry across sport, school, home, and everyday life
Led by a licensed clinical professional with sport-centered experience supporting athletes, youth, and families—combining clinical care with real-world understanding of sport culture.
Individual counseling sessions are currently private pay. I am actively working toward becoming in-network with insurance providers. In the meantime, many clients are able to receive partial reimbursement using their out-of-network benefits through the Mentaya link below.
If cost is a concern, please reach out. I believe support should be accessible, and sliding-scale options may be available to make counseling a comfortable fit for you. We also offer scholarships to athletes and programs in need. We have a scholarship fund that is created from profits of merchandise sold.
Schedule a free consultation to get started.
The Crossover Effect program, pricing varies based on team size and any add-on components. Please contact me directly to discuss program options and receive a customized quote tailored to your team or organization’s needs.
I partner with school districts, AAU clubs, and athletic programs throughout California, supporting athletes across all sports. All services—including The Crossover Effect®, mini-camps, workshops, and speaking engagements—are available statewide, with travel options.
For organizations outside of California, I offer team programs, workshops, and speaking engagements across state lines. Individual counseling services are currently limited to California residents.
