Mental Health Training Room

Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim
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Mental Health Training Room

Mental Health Training Room is a podcast hosted by Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim, former Division I basketball players. The purpose of this podcast is to create a community and safe space for all student-athletes. We want our listeners to find comfort and relatability in their mental health struggles through the conversations that will be held with the variety of guests featured. These people include but are not limited to mental health professionals, current/former athletes, coaches, and academic advisors. While our podcast does not serve as professional help, we hope you can all learn something from each episode and be reminded that you are not alone in this journey. If you are in crisis, please reach out to the suicide hotline at 988.

  1. SEP 10

    COACH AARIKA HUGHES

    Haley sits down with her former head coach from LMU, Aarika Hughes, to chat about the pressures student-athletes face, how coaches' awareness on mental health are changing, and some of Coach A's personal self-care techniques.

    32 min

  2. JUN 20

    Juliana Friedman: From Dance Moms to DI Athlete

    Juliana Friedman is a recent graduate from the University of Miami. Juli was a four year member of the Hurricanes Spirit squad. In this episode, she gives us an inside scoop on dance culture and its effect on her development as a young woman. She also shares with us what it was like for her to be a Sunsations dancer! Follow us on @mhtrpod for more!

    43 min

  3. MAY 8

    Debunking Mental Health Myths in Sports

    In our second episode with Lisa Bonta Sumii, we spend some time dunking myths that exist within the sport community when it comes to mental health. Share this with your friends and start spreading more positive awareness around mental health! Follow us on Instagram @mhtrpod / @Lisa_bontasumii / @athmindset.io

    18 min

  4. MAY 3

    Athlete Mental Health 101 with Lisa Bonta Sumii

    Lisa Bonta Sumii is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She founded AthMindset to work specifically with Athlete's on their mental training and she is the Mental Health and Sports Performance Specialist for the Oakland Roots SC. In this episode, Lisa and Haley talk about what it is like to be a clinician for athletes as well as discussing a wide range of other mental health topics like grief and anxiety that affect athletes. To hear more from Lisa, stay tuned for our next episode! You can also...

    38 min

  5. APR 3

    Recovery and Values with Isabelle Irani

    In this episode, University of Maine swimmer, Isabelle Irani, opens up about the eating disorder she struggled with in high school. Although this was an extremely difficult time for her, she is able to speak about it now and reflect on important lessons she learned during this tough time in her life. Swimming at a very elite level now, Isabelle knows how to engage in appropriate self-care and monitor her mental health so that she can show up feeling her best. In addition to swim, ...

    47 min

  6. MAR 21

    Persevering through Adversity with JaKorey Hawkins, NFL Draft Prospect

    In this episode, Haley and Naomi sit down with NFL Draft Prospect and University of Wyoming alumni, JaKorey Hawkins. Hawkins begins by inviting us into the formative years of his life, emphasizing how his childhood experiences shaped his attitude toward sports and the messaging he received around maintaining a healthy mindset. Central to the episode is the theme of perseverance; Hawkins shares how he stayed motivated through times of hardship. We hope you enjoy listening to this convers...

    32 min

  7. 05/26/2023

    BREAKING STEREOTYPES / AAPI HERITAGE MONTH

    In this episode, we feature two very special guest, Kaylee Byon and Anthony Yu. Both of these athletes share their experience as an Asian American athlete, the struggles they have faced due to their race in sports, and how they are currently using their platforms to inspire younger generations and break the stereotypes placed on the AAPI community. Kaylee Byon @kayleebyonAnthony Yu @anthonyyu_ @rdf.world@mhtrpod on Instagram

    25 min

  8. 04/25/2023

    ELISE GARCIA

    On this special episode, Elise Garcia (@Elisegarcia_13) opens up about her time as a swimmer at the University of California Berkley. Elise speaks on the struggles she faced with her coach and how the affected her mental health. There is so much power in being vulnerable and we are so grateful Elise took the time to sit down with us and tell her story. To all student-athletes, we see you, we hear you, and never forget: you matter. Follow us on Instagram @mhtrpod

    52 min
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About

Mental Health Training Room is a podcast hosted by Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim, former Division I basketball players. The purpose of this podcast is to create a community and safe space for all student-athletes. We want our listeners to find comfort and relatability in their mental health struggles through the conversations that will be held with the variety of guests featured. These people include but are not limited to mental health professionals, current/former athletes, coaches, and academic advisors. While our podcast does not serve as professional help, we hope you can all learn something from each episode and be reminded that you are not alone in this journey. If you are in crisis, please reach out to the suicide hotline at 988.

Information

  • Creator
    Haley Herdman and Naomi Yim
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Mental Health Training Room
  • Show Website
    Mental Health Training Room

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