In this episode of the Athlete Wellness series from Millennium Counseling Center, clinical intern Alessandra DiPace sits down with Paralympic gold medalist Noelle Malkamaki to discuss the intersection of mental health and athletics, particularly focusing on identity and performance in both able-bodied and Paralympic sports.
On Mental Health & Performance
“I trained my body really, really hard and I look to experts to get the best training advice. Why would I not do the same for my mental health?” – Noelle Malkamaki
“When you diversify who you are and you have interests outside of sport, you’re more able to see the meet just as an opportunity to compete instead of an opportunity to actually find value in who you are as a person.” – Noelle Malkamaki
Noelle Malkamaki is an Illinois native and Paralympic gold medalist in shot put. Her achievements include:
This episode is part of Millennium Counseling Center’s ongoing commitment to supporting athlete mental health and wellness at all levels of competition.
About Millennium Athlete Wellness:
Millennium Athlete Wellness provides a holistic approach to mental health and performance enhancement for athletes. Our team comprises sports psychology experts and clinical mental health professionals dedicated to helping athletes at all levels achieve peak performance and overall wellness. Each athlete we work with is connected to a licensed counselor, many of whom have personal experience as Division 1 athletes. This unique insight ensures a deep understanding of athletes’ challenges, both on and off the field. Our mission is to support athletes’ mental well-being and performance through expert guidance and empathetic care.
Connect with the host of this episode, ‘Athlete Wellness | Paralympic Gold Medalist on Mental Health & Identity’:
Millennium Athlete Wellness: Website
Alessandra DiPace: Millennium | LinkedIn
More About Millennium Counseling Center:
At Millennium Counseling Center, our mission is to provide compassionate and personalized support for individuals facing challenges related to mental health, addiction, relationships, and trauma. Our dedicated and diverse staff works to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for people from all walks of life. We are committed to fostering a program and treatment plan uniquely tailored to your needs and who you are, helping you find a path to healing and growth.
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