Auran Piatigorsky, PhD, LP, CMPC

As a licensed clinical sport psychologist in private practice, Dr. Piatigorsky optimizes the mental health and performance of elite athletes and related sports personnel. Dr. Piatigorsky’s passion for sports began as a child while kayaking on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. The Rocky Mountains brought him to the University of Colorado, Boulder, where he earned his undergraduate degree, after which he led extended wilderness expeditions around the world. These experiences demanded high performance under acute pressure, harsh conditions, and prolonged stress — challenges that parallel competitive athletics. Following an injury, Dr. Piatigorsky turned his focus to clinical psychology, earning a M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, with a specialization in developmental psychopathology and personality. He completed a clinical and research fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center, and later served as Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry in its CBT/DBT clinic. Building on his academic background and experience with diverse populations, Dr. Piatigorsky is well equipped to address the wide range of mental health concerns encountered in athletics. Recognizing the deep interconnection between mind and body in performance, and drawing on his background in adventure sports, Dr. Piatigorsky expanded his expertise into sport psychology, becoming a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). This qualification enables him to provide highly specialized performance enhancement services. In addition, Dr. Piatigorsky serves as Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, where he teaches and supervises graduate students. He also works closely with the Cal Golden Bears