Building an Athletic Department Mental Health Plan

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Janice Taylor, founder of Wilson4Q

By Janice Taylor, Founder of Wilson4Q

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Name the team

Bring together sports medicine, licensed mental health staff, compliance and coaching leadership. Assign a clear owner.

Map screening and referral

Document when screening happens, who reviews it and how referrals move to licensed providers.

Write the action plans

Create routine and emergency plans. Share them with every coach and staff member and practise them.

Add education

Plan education for coaches and athletes that supports a healthy environment. Emotional Fitness education can be one part of that layer.

Review every year

Rules and best practices change. Schedule an annual review and confirm requirements with your institution.

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Who should write the plan?

A cross-functional group led by sports medicine and licensed mental health staff, with athletic director support.

How often should we update it?

At least once a year and whenever NCAA or state requirements change.

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