Working with Athletes: A Trauma-Informed, Mastery-Based Approach for Clinicians

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the athlete mentality and the unique psychological and relational dynamics of high-performance sports. The series will introduce trauma-informed care principles tailored to athletic environments, alongside practical tools for fostering self-awareness, self-acceptance, and resilience in athletes and coaches. Clinicians will also learn foundational performance psychology skills rooted in a mindful, mastery-based development model.

Course Learning Objectives

Workshop 1: Whole-Person Athletics Evolution

January 13 from 9:30am – 11:30am EST

Objective: Participants will understand the history and dynamics of the “athlete mentality.”

Workshop 2: Trauma-Informed Approach in Sports

January 20 from 9:30am – 11:30am EST

Objective: Participants will understand how trauma-informed care is integrated through the lens of mastery development theory in sports.

Workshop 3: Building Athlete Self-Awareness

January 27 from 9:30am – 12:30pm EST

Objectives: Participants will learn:

1. human development in relation to athlete development, and
2. learn 3 helpful tools (P-E-M, P-R-R, and F.A.I.L.) to share with the athlete community

Workshop 4: Mindful Athlete Development

February 3 from 9:30am – 12:30pm EST

Objectives: Participants will learn:

1. Mastery Mindset skill – the long game
2. Mastery Mindset skill – goal setting
3. Receiving and Giving Feedback (“being coachable”)
4. Re-Center, Re-Focus, Re-Evaluate cycle
5. Rest and Recovery
6. Personal Energy Cycle

Tuition

• $300 – Registration Fee
• $210 – Alumni, Field Instructor, FFL, Current AUSSW Adjunct Fee
• $165 – Veterans Fee
• Current Adelphi University Students: FREE with code

Faculty Bio

Laura Hahn-Segundo Collins, LCSW, CCCE

Laura Hahn-Segundo Collins is a clinical social worker, educator, and former elite athlete with over 20 years of leadership in trauma-informed care, mental health integration, and community wellness. She is known as The Athlete Psychotherapist and creator of The AP Method, a training series designed to support healing and mastery in high-performance and athletic communities. Laura has held executive clinical roles in NYC-based health systems and nonprofits, and frequently speaks on the intersection of identity, trauma, and resilience. Her work bridges performance, social justice, and whole-person mental health across disciplines.

Credentialing Information

Adelphi University School of Social Work is an approved provider for continuing education credits.

CEs: 10

To receive approved continuing education credits, participants must attend the entire all sessions in this series.

See full credentialing information and CEUs

Cancellation Policy

Please note that we cannot offer refunds for cancellations made within seven business days of the event or for no-shows. However, if you notify us at least 24 hours in advance, we can issue a credit toward a future workshop. No credit will be provided for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the event

Accessibility Statement

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Adelphi University require that all events be accessible. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the event host identified on the event webpage; please allow for a reasonable time frame. The event host, when necessary, will collaborate with the Student Access Office.