CANCELLED
Unfortunately, it looks like Carlie is ill and will not be well enough to lead class today. We will let you all know if we are able to reschedule!
Generating Strength and Resilience: The Integration of Mental and Physical Training for Athletes with Eating Disorders
Brought to you in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation an EDCare Athlete Edge
Speakers:
Allie Don Sing, MA, LPC – Mental Performance Coach
Allie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado. In addition, Allie is in the process of acquiring her designation as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). Allie earned her Master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Denver. During her time at DU, Allie worked within the athletics department as a graduate assistant. She also provided sport psychology services to elite athletes in both individual and group settings. Allie completed specialized LGBTQIA+ training from the University of Denver becoming part of the Queer and Ally Network on DU’s campus. Allie completed her undergraduate work at Auburn University majoring in Psychology with a Sport Coaching minor.
Allie has a background of working in both clinical and athletic settings. She has experience working in a private practice providing Sport Psychology and clinical mental health services to both individuals and teams. Allie understands healthy growth and development is optimized through a holistic approach that acknowledges, appreciates, and addresses mental health within athletics.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors, traveling, and any events involving sports.
Brandon Kress, CSCS – Strength & Conditioning Coach
Brandon Kress has been working with EDCare since 2015 as their head strength and conditioning coach for patients in the Athlete Track Program. Brandon has been working with high-level athletes since 2010 and currently owns/operates multiple fitness and performance businesses in Colorado and nationally. He is excited to partner with EDCare to bring a dynamic approach to the care of athletes as they seek to improve themselves both mentally and physically.
Brandon is credentialed as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science as well as multiple certifications in the field of fitness and sports performance.
Brandon grew up in the quiet corner of northeast Connecticut, attended the University of Connecticut playing 2 years of college basketball at the Avery Point Campus before moving to the main campus to finish his degree. He moved to Colorado in 2014, enjoys traveling, serving on mission trips, spending time with his wife and sons, and exploring Colorado.