Stephen Morris, DO
Sports & Performance Psychiatrist
About me
I’m Dr. Stephen Morris, a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and founder of Good Wolf Wellness in Chicago, Illinois.
My work focuses on helping athletes, performers, and high-achieving professionals find balance between ambition and well-being so they can perform, recover, and live with inner clarity and confidence.
I completed my undergraduate degree at University of Wisconsin- Madison and medical degree at Kansas City University. I then completed psychiatry residency at Loyola University Medical Center, where I trained across inpatient, outpatient, and consultation-liaison settings. I also hold a Certificate of Additional Training in Sports Psychiatry through the International Society for Sports Psychiatry (ISSP), which deepened my focus on how mental health and sports intersect in the care of athletes and performers.
Outside of work, I’m a weekend warrior with a passion for sports. I grew up as a multi-sport athlete and draw on that experience to understand the mindset, discipline, and self-talk that come with any high-stakes pursuit. I enjoy learning about sports psychology, performance, mindfulness, and the pursuit of well-being. These interests continually inform how I think about focus, resilience, and self-compassion - both in sport and in life.
My approach
I believe the best care happens when psychiatry is personal, collaborative, and integrative.
In our work together, we’ll explore not only symptoms, but habits, patterns, and environments that shape performance and well-being. My treatment style blends psychotherapy, mindfulness, and careful medication management, with an emphasis on using medication as one tool among many.
I aim to create a space that feels supportive, confidential, and goal-oriented. A place where we can talk about the full picture of your life, not just diagnoses or prescriptions. Feeding the good wolf has helped me throughout my personal and professional life, and I am confident it can help you too.
Who I treat
I work with athletes, performers, and high-achieving professionals. Whether you’re navigating performance anxiety, burnout, injury, career transitions, or challenges in high-pressure professional roles, we’ll work together to strengthen your mental game and your sense of self.
I treat a range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar and other mood disorders, and performance-related concerns. Treatment is individualized and grounded in evidence, with care framed within the context of your sport, profession, and personal goals.
I currently serve adults (18+) via telehealth in Illinois, with limited slots available for in-person visits in downtown Chicago.