Mental Health Resources

Dear current student-athletes,

Clark University Athletics is committed to student-athlete health in all forms (physical, mental, emotional, etc.). Amid the many changes to our daily lives, Clark Athletics and members of the mental health subcommittee of SAAC want to share a list of tangible tools and resources for your use. We hope these will help you navigate the complexities of student-athlete life on campus.

Clark University Resources:

Center for Counseling and Personal Growth (CPG)
- Website: https://www.clarku.edu/offices/counseling/
- For a list of current discussion and support groups click here
  - Athlete Support Space – Wednesdays 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Zoom Link)

To schedule an appointment for individual teletherapy...

Call (508)793-7678 (best mode of communication)
Email counseling@clarku.edu

CPG After hours
- Students can access CPG After Hours between 5:00 PM and 9:00 AM on weekdays and 24 hours on weekends. To connect with a professional therapy through CPG After Hours, call the counseling center at (508) 793-7678 and select option #2 on the voicemail prompt. This will automatically connect you to a CPG After Hours counselor who is familiar with the Clark University campus and can provide therapeutic consultation and intervention options.

Off-Campus Resources:

https://www.clarku.edu/offices/counseling/resourcesoff-campus-resources
NOTE: A good way to search for therapists in the area is to look at the Psychology Today "Find a Therapist"

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency during our non-business hours, please contact 911 or University Police (x7575) or go to your local emergency room.

Sports Performance Resources:

Game Plan: Click Here
Nutrition Resources: Click Here
Sleep Wellness: Click Here
Make a Schedule: Set a standard wake up time, as well as time to study, eat, work out, and socialize. Continue to maintain a structured schedule and bedtime to ensure optimal performance.
The CDC webpage on managing anxiety and stress provides a practical overview of self-care and resources: Click Here
The National Alliance on Mental Illness provides comprehensive information and a resource guide that addresses self-care and community/national resources: Click Here
The NCAA's Sport Science Institute offers daily strategies for mental health and other resources: Click Here

Student-Athlete Resources:

NCAA Rules and Regulations/Eligibility: Click Here
Positive Coaching Alliance: Click Here
Black, Indigenous and People of Color Mental Health Resource Guide (NCAA)

https://ncaaorg.s3.amazonaws.com/ssi/mental/SSI_BIPOCMHResourceGuide.pdf
Bias Incident Reporting
- The preferred method of reporting is through the online Bias Incident Report Form. When you submit using the form, all members of the Bias Incident Response Team will receive your report and will act on it quickly. If you, or someone else, is in imminent danger, you should contact University Police at 1-508-793-7575 instead of completing the online form.

Resources for Finding Therapists for People of Color:

Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/

Therapy for Black Girls is an online space committed to the mental wellness of Black women and girls

Therapy for Black Men: https://therapyforblackmen.org/

Therapy for Black Men was created to strip away stigma and provide a dedicated place for Black men and boys to visit when seeking support for mental health

Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM): https://www.beam.community/

Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM) is a nonprofit dedicated to "a world where there are no barriers to Black healing." They've created an online directory of licensed Black mental health professionals who provide teletherapy services

Therapy for Latinx: https://www.therapyforlatinx.com/

Therapy for Latinx provides listings of therapists who identify as Latinx or a POC or have worked closely with the POC community and understand their unique needs

National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network: https://www.nqttcn.com/directory

The National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN) has created an interactive digital resource that helps queer and trans people of color (QTPOC) locate QTPOC mental health practitioners across the country.

Inclusive Therapists (currently offering reduced fee therapy): https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/

Inclusive Therapists is an organization committed to decolonizing and destigmatizing mental healthcare.

Ayana (app): https://www.ayanatherapy.com/

Ayana is an app that connects users to culturally sensitive therapists via chat, based on a detailed questionnaire.

Black Therapy Love (app): https://www.black-love-therapy.com/

Black Therapy Love is an app and directory that provides Black individuals with a place to interact with therapists, counselors, and coaches.

The Safe Place (app): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-safe-place/id1349460763

The Safe Place is a mental health app that started on GoFundMe and is geared toward education and support for the Black community.

Latinx Therapy: https://latinxtherapy.com/

Latinx Therapy is a podcast and directory committed to reducing mental health stigma for the Latinx community.

Source: https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-find-and-fund-therapy-as-a-bipoc?slot_pos=article_2&utm_source=Sailthru%20Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=anxiety&utm_content=2020-08-31&apid=

Academic Resources:

The Office for Academic Support will continue to provide tutoring — in biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, geography, math, psychology, and Spanish — and peer success advising — time management, organization, study skills, etc. All tutoring will be conducted online. Please visit clarku.mywconline.net to make an appointment with a tutor. Academic coaching meetings with Cherilyn Bonin are also available online.

Schedule a meeting with Cherilyn at calendly.com/cbonin or email cbonin@clarku.edu.

General Student-Athlete Mental Health + NCAA Website Resources (CORONA BASED)

Daily Strategies:

The National Alliance on Mental Illness recommends daily strategies for self-care and awareness. Following is a summary of general recommendations:

Space. Create a structured, dedicated work environment, and include regular patterns of self- care.
Routine. Try to maintain a routine that reflects your normal daily routine, including how you dress and structured breaks for lunch and mini-breaks.
Activity. Regular exercise and mindfulness activities are key during times of crisis. Exercise and mindfulness activities help mitigate depression and anxiety while improving cognition and confidence. Develop a daily routine for both, even if this is as simple as a 15-minute walk and/or quiet time with deep breathing.
Time and Energy Management. Be mindful of over- or under-working. Try to structure your daily work in a way that mirrors your normal workplace hours. In addition to time management, be aware of the way in which you eat, self-talk, and communicate with others. Self-compassion and self-care provide stability and confidence.
Accessibility. Develop ways in which you are accessible to colleagues, friends, and family.
FaceTime and Connectivity. Humans need to feel and be connected. Utilize video tools such as Microsoft Teams, Skype, Facetime, Google Hangouts, Facebook, and WhatsApp to connect visually.
Resources. Map out your important resources, ranging from daily necessities to emergency management.
Support. The National Alliance on Mental Health Illness website provides a comprehensive guide to national and local resources. Know that there is help when needed.

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