Athletics Mental Health and Performance Counselor

The Athletics Mental Health and Performance Counselor position at New Mexico State University is responsible for providing comprehensive mental health services and performance support to student-athletes within the athletics department. The role focuses on improving student-athlete wellness, emotional health, resilience, and athletic performance in a Division I environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to student-athletes

• Conduct mental health assessments, crisis intervention, and referrals when necessary

• Assist athletes with:

  • Anxiety and stress management

  • Performance pressure

  • Injury recovery adjustment

  • Depression and emotional wellness

  • Time management and life balance

• Develop and lead workshops on mental performance and mental wellness

• Collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, team physicians, academic support staff, and administrators

• Maintain confidential clinical documentation and follow ethical/licensing standards

• Promote a healthy culture around mental health within athletics