Team Talks

Participants will gain a general understanding of what mental health is and learn how to build and maintain strong mental health.  All team talks include learning new coping skills, a fun team building activity, and time for questions and answers.

Enhance your team's performance and unity with our Team Dynamics interactive presentation. Through a series of exercises, we focus on improving communication, building trust, defining roles, and creating a sense of unity. Our presentation is designed to strengthen your team's bond and improve overall performance both on and off the playing surface.

In this session, we guide teams to set goals for the season.  Athletes will set personal goals that contribute to the team's success.  We will explore stressors that impact performance and develop strategies for managing emotions during practice and competition. 

We understand that athletes have a lot on their plates. Our Sport-Life Balance presentation is designed to help athletes learn to manage their schedules, practice self-care, and develop their self-identity. Through our program, athletes will gain tips and strategies for organization, mental wellness, and finding balance in all aspects of their lives.

Studies have shown that up to 35% of elite athletes report mental health concerns. Dealing with anxiety and/or depression can be tough, but you don't have to do it alone. This team talk defines anxiety and depression, identifies warning signs, and helps athletes and coaches understand when and how to seek help. Whether you're experiencing symptoms firsthand or are looking to support a teammate, we're here to provide guidance and help you through every step of the process.

In this team talk, athletes will learn the science behind how substances affect the brain and ultimately, performance.  There are a lot of misconceptions about substance use; for example "it's legal so it must be safe".  Together we will explore the truth and learn how substances affect performance both in the short term and long term.  Substance misuse is often a sign that something more is going on for an individual. Athletes will learn about the connection between substance use and poor mental health.  The session concludes with positive coping tools the knowledge of where to get help if need.

Get game day ready with our Game Day Prep presentation.  Athletes will learn the essential elements that go into competition preparation, develop a personalized game day routine, and explore the athlete’s circle of control.   Great performances don't happen by chance.  Let us help your athletes learn what they need to do to perform at their best when it matters most.

Injuries are a part of sports and can have a devastating impact on more than just the physical body. Our Coping with Injuries presentation provides strategies to help athletes cope with the mental, social, and spiritual effects of injuries, as well as ways to support an injured teammate.  You cannot predict an injury, but you can be prepared to manage the impact.

At Inner Athlete, we understand that sometimes unthinkable events can happen within a team, such as accidents, illnesses, or even loss.  We provide coping strategies and ways for a team to find strength in the face of adversity. Our aim is to help teams navigate these difficult times together and come out stronger.

This presentation is designed to help athletes explore their self-identity outside of the sports world, navigate the grieving process when it's time to move on from their athletic career, and find new passions and positive coping tools to support their personal growth and well-being.

Our talented counsellors each have over 20 years of experience.  We are confident we can create a presentation to address any topic your teams needs.  Please inquire.