beyond the game

Presented by NW Resiliency Project

High school sports can shape lives, but what happens beyond the game? This one-of-a-kind program was designed to support the whole athlete: physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether you're a coach, parent, or student-athlete, Beyond the Game helps your team develop strength that lasts long after the scoreboard clears.

• High School Coaches & Athletic Staff
• Student-Athletes across all sports
• Parents & Caregivers of Student-Athletes

Beyond the Game bridges the gap between performance and well-being. Through a two-part seasonal program, we guide teams in cultivating a healthy culture — rooted in communication, accountability, and resilience.

Our process begins with listening — understanding your current team dynamics, challenges, and opportunities. Then we build a customized experience to transform your team culture from the inside out.

• Private 1:1 coach meetings
• A team-wide learning session
• Customized recommendations with actionable insights
   

• Small-group, scenario-based discussions
• Team-building through real-life challenges
• Separate tracks for Coaches and Athletes
   

• Coaches: Mental health, sustainable leadership, athlete perspective
• Athletes: Identity, balance, peer support
• Parents: Communication, mental well-being, meaningful involvement
   

• Core Values & Team Identity 
• Accountability & Peer Influence
• Role of Every Player — including Scout Team
• Real-Life Scenario Challenges
• Mental Resilience & Stress Management
   

Each session wraps with take-home debriefs to empower family conversations and keep athletes connected to a trusted adult, both on and off the field.

We don’t bring a one-size-fits-all playbook. Every team is unique, and our strength is in co-creating a culture where:

• Coaches lead with empathy and clarity
• Athletes show up as leaders on and off the field
• Parents stay informed and involved in a meaningful way
   

Our approach blends sports psychology, lived experience, and leadership coaching, all grounded in mental health and resilience-building.

Whether you’re a coach, parent, or school admin — we’d love to connect.

State of Mind is NW Resiliency Project’s peer-led mental health initiative designed specifically for high school students. Built on the belief that youth are uniquely positioned to support one another, this program creates safe spaces where students can openly discuss challenges, share experiences, and develop resilience — together.

State of Mind trains and equips student leaders to serve as peer supporters — not therapists, but trusted allies who are trained to listen, offer empathy, and help classmates navigate life’s tough moments. These groups meet regularly and are supported by a mental health professional and school staff member to ensure safety and guidance.

Our goal is simple: foster a school culture where no student feels alone.

Research shows that young people often turn to each other first when struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. State of Mind harnesses that instinct and turns it into a structured, safe, and supportive system.

According to Mental Health America, peer wellness programs:

• Normalize mental health conversations among youth
• Increase feelings of connection and belonging
• Empower students to advocate for themselves and others
• Bridge the gap between struggling in silence and reaching out for help
   

State of Mind doesn’t replace professional mental health care, it complements it. By building peer-led systems of trust and support, we strengthen a school’s overall mental wellness ecosystem.

• Peer Mentor Training: Students are trained in active listening, empathy, boundaries, and resource awareness.
• Weekly or Biweekly Check-ins: Peer support groups meet regularly to create consistency and trust.
• Trusted Adult Involvement: School staff and mental health professionals are always present in the background to ensure safety and oversight.
• Awareness Campaigns: Students help lead mental health awareness initiatives throughout the school year.

Want to learn more or start a chapter in your school?

 Starting this June, NW Resiliency Project is proud to offer QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training facilitated by one of our certified co-founders. This evidence-based program is designed to equip individuals with the skills to identify warning signs of suicide, engage in supportive conversations, and connect those at risk with appropriate resources.

QPR stands for:

• Question: Learn how to ask someone if they are thinking about suicide.
• Persuade: Understand how to encourage them to seek help.
• Refer: Know how to guide them to the appropriate support services.
   

Much like CPR is for physical health emergencies, QPR is a critical intervention for mental health crises, aiming to prevent suicide through early recognition and response.

This training is ideal for:

• Educators and School Staff
• Parents and Caregivers
• Coaches and Youth Leaders
• Community Members and Volunteers
• Organizational Teams and Employers

 No prior mental health training is required—just a commitment to making a difference.