Supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Young Athletes
Sports can provide young people with confidence, friendships, resilience, and a sense of belonging. However, the demands of competitive sport can also contribute to anxiety, stress, perfectionism, self-doubt, and other mental health challenges.
At Thrive Therapy, our counsellors support youth who are experiencing emotional or mental health concerns related to sport, school, relationships, or everyday life.
Common Concerns
We can support youth experiencing:
• Performance anxiety and pressure
• Perfectionism and fear of making mistakes
• Confidence and self-esteem concerns
• Stress related to balancing sport and school
• Team conflict or relationship challenges
• Burnout or loss of enjoyment in sport
• Coping with injury or changes in playing time
• Body image concerns
• Anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns
• Difficulty managing emotions during competition
Group Workshops for Teams
Thrive Therapy also offers mental health and wellbeing workshops for youth sports teams and organizations.
Workshops can be tailored to the needs and age of the team and may focus on topics such as:
• Managing performance anxiety and pressure
• Building confidence and healthy self esteem
• Coping with mistakes and setbacks
• Managing stress and emotions
• Balancing sport, school, and other responsibilities
• Recognizing and supporting mental health
• Building positive team relationships and communication
• Preventing burnout and maintaining enjoyment in sport
Workshops can be offered for athletes and, where appropriate, developed for coaches, parents, or other members of the organization.
Individual Support
Counselling provides youth with a confidential and supportive space to better understand what they are experiencing and develop practical strategies for managing challenges both in and outside of sport.
Our multidisciplinary team can also collaborate across services when additional support is appropriate.
Support Your Team or Athlete
Whether you are looking for individual counselling for a young athlete or mental health programming for your team, Thrive Therapy can work with you to determine an appropriate approach.
Contact us to learn more about counselling and group workshops for youth athletes.
