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Mental Health Resources

Mental health is an important part of a safe, healthy, and positive sport environment. Whether you are looking for immediate support, resources for yourself or someone else, or information about creating a mentally healthy team environment, these resources can help. 

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. 

For Immediate Support 
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free and confidential support for people experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis.
Call or Text 988 

Crisis Text Support 
Connect with a trained crisis counselor by text. 
Text HOME to 741741 
Click here to learn more. 

Courage First Athlete Helpline 
The Courage First Athlete Helpline is a no-cost call, text, and chat service for athletes, coaches, parents, and anyone in sports communities who has questions or concerns about abuse or mental well-being in athletics. 
Call or Text 1-888-279-1026 

Click here to learn more. 

Team USA Athlete Mental Health Support Line 
If you are a Team USA athlete and are looking to connect with a mental health provider (24/7) anywhere in the world who can assist in the management of mental health crises or provide resources related to mental health and wellness, please reach out to the Team USA Psychological Services Support Line at
+1 (719) 866-CALL (2255). 
Click here to learn more. 

Athlete Quick Links

  • USATF Campus: Mental Training Articles

  • NCAA Mental Health Best Practices

  • USOPC Mental Health Resources

Parent & Guardian Quick Links

  • SafeSport Ready Mobile App

  • The Mental Health Coalition x Kicking the Stigma: Youth Athlete Mental Health Playbook

  • United Against Online Abuse: Safeguarding Guide

Coaches Quick Links

  • NFHS Coaches Mental Wellness Course

  • U.S. Center for SafeSport’s Emotional & Physical Abuse Toolkit

  • U.S. Center for SafeSport MAAPP for Coaches

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