NAT Chicago: Athlete Wellness Panel & Networking Event

NAT Chicago: Athlete Wellness Panel & Networking Event

Connect. Learn. Build relationships.

Join NAT (Nurturing Athletes’ Talent) Sports Directory for an evening of conversation, connection, and community centered around athlete mental health, wellness, and performance.

This Chicago networking event brings together sports therapists, mental health professionals, private and group practice owners, clinicians, and professionals across the sports industry who share an interest in better supporting athletes on and off the field.

Whether you already work with athletes or want to build stronger connections within the sports community, this is an opportunity to expand your network and be part of the growing conversation around athlete wellness.

🎤 HEAR FROM SPORTS MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Hear from professionals connected to Chicago’s professional sports community during a short panel exploring athlete mental health, wellness, performance, and what it takes to support athletes beyond the game.

Panel participants include mental health professionals working with the Chicago Bears and Chicago Fire, with additional panel information to be announced.

🤝 BUILD YOUR SPORTS NETWORK

Connect with professionals working throughout the athlete-support ecosystem, including:

• Sports therapists and mental health professionals
• Private and group practice owners
• Clinicians interested in working with athletes
• Coaches and athletic professionals
• Sports organizations
• Agents and other sports-industry professionals
• Graduate students preparing to enter the field
• Other professionals passionate about athlete wellness

You'll also hear from Natalie Graves, AM, LCSW, CADC, founder of NAT Sports Directory, about why NAT is building a stronger network of qualified professionals to support athletes and how this growing community can help bridge the gap between athletes and the resources they need.

🎁 YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Athlete wellness panel discussion and Q&A
• Dedicated networking time
• Light refreshments
• NAT gift bag
• Entry into our raffle giveaways
• NAT SIGNATURE SIPS

Enjoy our specially created NAT Signature Sips featuring the Referral, Intake, and Discharge mocktails, along with NAT House Wine.

Signature Sips and other beverages will be available for purchase at the bar.

The first 50 registered attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Natalie Graves' The Athlete's Prepbook, a practical workbook athletes can use independently or that professionals can incorporate into their work supporting athletes.

WHY YOU SHOULD BE THERE

Come ready to make meaningful connections, gain insight from professionals working in sports, expand your professional network, and learn more about the growing sports mental health and athlete wellness community in Chicago.

This isn't just about exchanging business cards. It's about building relationships among the people and organizations committed to supporting athletes throughout their journey.

Come connect. Come learn. Come build community.

📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
🕕 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 HUE Chicago 67 E. Cermak Chicago, IL. 60616

Stay connected with NAT Sports Directory.

Follow us on Instagram @natsportsdirectory for event updates, athlete wellness resources, and more from the NAT community.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.