In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with Dr. Kweku Akyireefi Amoasi, Chief Wellness Officer for Blaquesmith Psychological Consultation and psychological services provider for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Dr. Amoasi shares his professional journey from working in correctional facilities to becoming a sports psychologist for the Milwaukee Bucks and Team USA at the Olympics. They discuss the intersection of mental health and performance, navigating ethical dilemmas in sports psychology, and the importance of self-care for athletes and practitioners. This conversation provides powerful insights into leadership, resilience, and the evolving role of mental health in the sports world.

Key Takeaways from "Inside the Minds of Team USA with Dr. Kweku Amoasi, Sport Psychologist"

• Dr. Amoasi’s role as a psychological services provider for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
• The challenges and rewards of working with diverse athletic populations, from high school teams to professional and Olympic athletes.
• Balancing clinical and performance psychology while maintaining ethical boundaries.
• Insights on addressing race, identity, and cultural challenges in sports psychology.
• The evolution of mental health awareness and how it’s perceived in sports.
• Practical strategies for self-care and resilience for athletes and mental health professionals.

Resources Mentioned in "Inside the Minds of Team USA with Dr. Kweku Amoasi, Sport Psychologist"

• Blaquesmith Psychological Consultation
• United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Mental Health Services
• Crisis Text Line: Text "HELLO" to 741741
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• “Race Matters” by Cornel West
• “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates

Credits: Athlete Mindset is part of the SportsE Media platform.
Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.

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Connect with the guest, host, and podcast production team:

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