From an early age, athletes are programmed to be tough. When injured, they get back in the game. When fatigued, they keep grinding. When they come up short, they work harder. However, over the last several years, athletes and individuals across the globe have begun to realize that it is okay to not be okay, especially when it comes to mental health.
In December of 2017, Temple Athletics took a major step towards mental wellness by bringing in Dr. Stephany Coakley to serve as the Senior Associate AD for Mental Health, Wellness and Performance. She became Temple's first mental health professional with the specific focus of student-athletes.