In this special episode of the Athlete Wellness Podcast, host Lyda Robinson sits down with fellow Millennium intern Natalie Miller to discuss her unique path from a successful career in photography to pursuing her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Natalie shares how her background as a collegiate volleyball player and her creative experience…
In this episode of the Athlete Wellness Podcast, hosts Alessandra DiPace and Thomas Kalapurakal continue the Life After Sport series with an in-depth discussion on the emotional and psychological challenges athletes face when stepping away from their sport. They explore the profound sense of identity loss, the struggle to find purpose beyond competition, and the…
In this episode of the Athlete Wellness Podcast, our Athlete Wellness Director, Sarah Meister, talks with intern Laney Malloy about the importance of finding community after sport. As former athletes themselves, they share personal stories about navigating the social shifts that come with stepping away from competitive athletics. Sarah and Laney explore the challenges of…
In this episode of the Athlete Wellness Podcast, host Alessandra DiPace welcomes registered dietitian and former elite athlete Katie Spada Hilliard to discuss the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and athletic identity. Katie, a former synchronized swimmer at The Ohio State University and a U.S. National Team member, shares her journey through elite athletics,…
In this first episode of the Life After Sport series on the Athlete Wellness Podcast, hosts Amelia and Lilly discuss the transition from competitive athletics to everyday life. They explore the emotional and mental challenges of leaving sports behind and redefining one’s identity. Through their personal experiences, Amelia and Lilly reflect on the highs and…
In this episode of the Athlete Wellness Podcast, hosts Lyda Robinson and Dr. Derick Boyd continue the Life After Sport series with a discussion on finding identity and purpose. They explore the challenges and emotions athletes face when stepping away from their sport. As former athletes turned therapists, they share their personal experiences navigating post-sport…
In this conversation, Lilly sits down with Olga Gvozdenovic, a former standout athlete and passionate advocate for youth sports and mental health. Olga played a pivotal role in leading Loyola Academy to state championships and continued her basketball and tennis careers at Duke University, where she contributed to multiple conference titles and NCAA tournament runs.…
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. They discuss: Noelle’s journey from youth sports to becoming a…
In this episode of the Athlete Wellness series from Millennium Counseling Center, Lilly and Lyda talk about the complex world of college sports recruitment. Sharing their personal experiences, they offer insights into the highs and lows of the process, tips for prospective college athletes, and the importance of balancing mental health alongside athletic pursuits. This…
In this inspiring episode, Derick sits down with Jonathon Dues, co-founder of Swish House, to discuss his journey in creating a unique basketball-based fitness experience. Balancing a demanding career, family life, and his love for the game, Jonathon searched for a way to stay connected to basketball—a sport that brought him joy and fitness. Noticing…