For athletes/teams:

• Facilitate seasonal team meetings to educate athletes about mental health.

• Help athletes can recognize the signs and symptoms of various mental health issues. 

• Teach athletes how to use healthy coping skills to maintain positive mental health on and off the field. 

• Educate athletes about the importance of self care and identify effective examples.
  

For coaches:

• Provide trainings for coaches on how to identify mental health issues in their athletes, and how to respond appropriately and effectively. 

• Provide regular consultation sessions for coaches to discuss matters pertaining to athlete mental health specific to their sport. 

• Provide insight and feedback re: coaching and communication style. 

• Teach alternative styles of coaching and communication with athletes to help promote a more positive and affirming sport culture.
  

For athletic directors:

• Consult with athletic directors about promoting a more inclusive and supportive environment within their athletic department. 

• Discuss specific strategies athletic directors can use to motivate their coaches to utilize positive communication styles with teams and individual athletes.

• Address any incidents occurring within their university/organization/teams and provide suggestions on appropriate responses. 

• Incidents may include issues such as hazing, abuse, racism, gender issues, suicide, or other psychosocial issues impacting athletes, teams, colleges, or professional organizations.