CAMP: Counseling and Athletic Mental Performance

Our Partnership:
The Virginia Tech Athletics Department contracts with the Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center to provide counseling services for student-athletes through the Counseling & Athletic Mental Performance (CAMP) office.

Our Mission:
To promote mental wellness, to assist student-athletes dealing with personal and/or mental health issues, and to support the psychological development of our student-athletes in both sport and life.  

Our Purpose:  
Students seek services through CAMP for a wide variety of reasons. CAMP provides:

  • Individual counseling for mental health needs/concerns 
  • Training for individuals wishing to improve the mental aspects of their performance
  • Consultation with coaches 
  • Team sessions (e.g. team-building, performance enhancement) 
  • Mindfulness workshops and support groups

Any of the following concerns can impact student-athletes’ preparation and execution in their sport.

  • Difficulty adjusting to college 
  • Dealing with stress associated with being a student-athlete 
  • Relationship concerns 
  • ADHD 
  • Other mental health conditions such as: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, & substance misuse