Cape Cod athletes mental health support event
Cape Cod athletes face mental strain. A summit offers tools and expert guidance for athlete well-being on May 5.
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. “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.