International Society for Sports Psychiatry:
The Foremost Experts in Sports Psychiatry. Our networks expand across the globe.
Who Are We?
Founded in 1994, the ISSP has contributed to significant advancements in the science and practice of sports psychiatry for athletes of every age, race, and ability. Leaders of the ISSP have developed and continue to refine world-class courses and curricula for mental health in sports, author seminal papers/books, provide mentorship for developing sports psychiatrists, and continue to lead global coalitions in sports psychiatry. The ISSP collaborates with several national and international organizations to advance the field of sports psychiatry. A list of approved collaborating organizations can be obtained by contacting the President or their designee. Any endorsements or public statements representing the ISSP will be explicitly stated by the ISSP Board of Directors.
Global Experts in Sports Psychiatry
Founders in Sports Psychiatry
On-the-Field Experience & Research Experts
Educators, Mentors, and Students
Mission
The International Society for Sports Psychiatry aims to carry the science and practice of psychiatry to the athletic community, so that all people may enjoy the benefits of healthy participation in sports. Toward this end the society develops the field of sports psychiatry and advocates for mental health and wellness in sports.
Our Core Values
Provide psychiatric care for athletes and de-stigmatize mental illness in sports
Educate and collaborate with clinicians across disciplines on sports psychiatry
Advocate for mental health in sports through the lifespan
Promote fairness in sports
Integrate and communicate with other fields of medicine
Promote inclusion and cultural awareness within sports psychiatry and help reduce health disparities within all sports
Our Programs
Putting Our Mission to Action
ISSP is an active organization fueled by passionate professionals from across the globe. Together, we are working to achieve our mission through our programs. Here is a glimpse at some of them.
Mentorship Program
The ISSP has now established a mentoring program available to our active members, through which psychiatrists or trainees with specific interests in sports psychiatry can be connected with mentors.
Experience Practitioners Pathway
Certificate Program
Deepen Your Expertise in Athlete Mental Health: Earn the ISSP Certificate of Additional Training in Sports Psychiatry.
ISSP Curriculum
ISSP News
Launch of Journal of Sports and Exercise Psychiatry
Thursday, September 24, 2020 2:47 PM2022 will see the launch of a specialist sports psychiatry journal under the leadership of the Swiss Society for Sports Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SSSPP). The editorial board will comprise clinicians and scientists...
IOC launch ‘Mental Health in Elite Athletes Toolkit’
Thursday, September 24, 2020 2:47 PMAn IOC Mental Health in Elite Athletes Toolkit has been launched to assist in implementing initiatives for the protection and promotion of mental health and well-being among elite athletes. The Toolkit has been developed for use by...
The ISSP Spring Scientific Symposium – Roundup
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 10:43 AMThe ISSP spring scientific symposium was hosted by our good friends at Zoom on Saturday May 1st (early Sunday morning of May 2nd for our Australian colleagues). The first hour was devoted to psychiatric aspects of concussion and mild...