Cape Cod athletes mental health support event

TL;DR

The Cape Cod Athlete Mental Health Summit will take place on May 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Barnstable High School, addressing mental health challenges faced by student-athletes. Local clinicians and coaches will provide tools and guidance for athletes, parents, and coaches.

Key points

Event on May 5 at Barnstable High School
Focus on mental health for student-athletes
Panel of local clinicians and coaches
Open to athletes, parents, and coaches
Addresses performance pressure and athlete identity

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Barnstable High SchoolChristine A. MosherJonathan F. KatzOlivia PapakyriakosJacob SzulakYvonna PressGeoff Worrell

Student-athletes across Cape Cod are facing increasing mental and emotional strain, and a group of local clinicians and coaches are stepping up to help. The Cape Cod Athlete Mental Health Summit is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 5 at Barnstable High School. The event is designed to offer practical tools and expert guidance to support athlete well-being, according to a community announcement. The pressures of competition, college recruitment, injury, burnout and balancing academics are taking a toll on local high school and college athletes. The summit aims to address these challenges and provide support for athletes, coaches and parents.

Barnstable High School Thursday Sept 5 2024 “On Cape Cod, sports are a huge part of our community and identity,” said Christine A. Mosher, LICSW, event organizer and local psychotherapist. “But behind the scenes, many athletes are struggling with anxiety, pressure, and self-doubt. This event is about giving our local athletes—and the adults who support them—the tools to navigate those challenges in a healthier way.” The event will feature a panel of experienced professionals and local leaders, including:

Christine A. Mosher, LICSW – psychotherapist and mental wellness coach
Jonathan F. Katz, PhD – psychologist and performance coach
Olivia Papakyriakos, LMHC, LPC – mental performance coach
Jacob Szulak, LICSW – mental skills coach
Yvonna Press – coach, Sandwich varsity girls soccer
Geoff Worrell – coach and sports mental health advocate Together, they will address key issues impacting athletes at all levels, including:
Performance pressure and expectations in youth and school sports
Body image and eating disorders in athletics
Injuries, athlete identity and the psychological toll of being sidelined
The evolving role of parents and coaches in supporting mental health
How to foster a positive, healthy and sustainable sports culture The event is open to current and former athletes, parents, coaches, athletic trainers and anyone involved in the Cape Cod sports community. With increasing awareness around athlete mental health at both the local and national level, this summit aims to bring those conversations directly to the Cape Cod community, creating a space for education, connection and meaningful change. Registration is open on Eventbrite at . *This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at .* *This article originally appeared on wickedlocal.com: *

Q&A

What is the Cape Cod Athlete Mental Health Summit?

The Cape Cod Athlete Mental Health Summit is an event aimed at supporting the mental well-being of student-athletes, featuring expert guidance and practical tools.

Who are the speakers at the Cape Cod mental health summit?

The summit will feature local professionals including Christine A. Mosher, Jonathan F. Katz, and Olivia Papakyriakos, among others.

When and where is the Cape Cod Athlete Mental Health Summit taking place?

The summit is scheduled for May 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Barnstable High School.