Description

Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:

1. Encourage the audience to analyze the historical and institutional roots of policy invisibility in America and its role in reinforcing power imbalances in collegiate sport
2. Highlight the mental health implications of underarticulated policies through the lens of the marginalized collegiate athlete
3. Propose strategies for increased policy clarity, transparency, and equal inclusivity to better support athlete mental health and wellbeing

Presenter Bio

Carrie Junious is a proud Doctoral Candidate at the University of Kentucky! Her doctoral research investigates the historical origins and contemporary manifestations of policy invisibility within American athletics, with particular attention to its impact on mental health and cultural inclusivity. As a Sport social worker and mental health practitioner, Junious’ professional focus centers on advancing the holistic wellbeing of athletes. Grounded in the belief that athletes are the experts of their own lived experiences, Junious supports collegiate athletes through evidence-based and culturally responsive approaches, including Narrative Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Strength-Based Therapy. Her continuous scholarly research and applied work across community and collegiate organizations aim to promote optimal mental health and sustainable personal and professional development. Junious earned her Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina and her bachelor’s degree in psychology, with a minor in sociology, from the illustrious Claflin University. She currently serves as a researcher and consultant, providing guidance and support to Division I athletes across the Big Ten and Southeastern Conference.

Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing

Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)

Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.

Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.

Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.

Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.