Beyond the Game: Effective Strategies for Improving Athlete Mental Health
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Identify at least 2 psychosocial factors impacting athlete mental health.
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Identify at least 2 cultural factors impacting athlete mental health.
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Summarize the importance of adopting a holistic approach to athlete mental health.
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Explain 3 evidence-based counseling techniques tailored to athletes.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to increase knowledge about the psychosocial and cultural factors impacting athlete mental health, the importance of adopting a holistic approach to athlete mental health, and evidence-based counseling techniques tailored to athletes.
Description
Approximately 36 million people in the United States participate in organized sports. This substantial participation underscores the need to look beyond the fanfare to understand the mental health needs of athletes. The demands of training, competition pressures, commercialization, and visibility of their performances can make athletes susceptible to various mental health issues. This presentation provides counselors with valuable insights, evidence-based techniques, and practical strategies for navigating the intricacies of working with athletes of any age. By addressing these mental health needs, counselors can help athletes achieve peak performance and optimal mental health.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Dr. David Schary is a Professor of Exercise Science at Winthrop University. He teaches and conducts research on sport psychology and health promotion. Dr. Schary also serves as the Director of Mental Health and Performance for Winthrop Athletics. In his role, he works with student-athletes to improve their performance and wellbeing. Dr. Schary earned his Ph.D. in Exercise and Sport Science, with a concentration in Exercise and Sport Psychology at Oregon State University. He completed M.Ed. in Counseling and Human Development with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Winthrop University and is currently an LPC-A. Dr. Schary is also completing the requirements for the Association of Applied Sport Psychology’s Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). Prior to academia, Dr. Schary coached high school and college rowing. He rowed for four years at the University of California, Davis.
Financially Sponsored By
- South Carolina Counseling Association