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Athlete Mindset

Athlete Mindset

Auteur(s): SportsE Media | hosted by Lisa Bonta Sumii LCSW CMPC
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 This is the Athlete Mindset podcast. Presented and produced by SportsEpreneur. Part of the QuietLoud Studios Podcast Network. And this podcast is all about mental health in sports. This podcast series is a space for conversations with athletes, coaches, practitioners, and stakeholders in sports. And it’s where those individuals share their perspectives, experiences, and thoughts on mental health in sports. Hosted by Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC Eric Kasimov, Founder of KazSource and the creator of SportsE Media, is generously hosting the Athlete Mindset podcast on his platform as he deeply believes these conversations are essential and deserve to be prioritized. If you are looking to start a podcast or create original content, you have to talk with the team at SportsE Media. I work with them and I vouch for them. It’s that simple. About Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC Lisa is a mental health therapist with over 21 years of clinical experience, licensed in both CA and NV. She is a private practice clinician and the CEO and Founder of AthMindset, LLC. Lisa supports the elite athlete to achieve optimal mental health and peak mental sport performance. She works with adolescent sport teams, collegiate student-athletes, Olympians/Olympic hopefuls, as well as professional athletes and teams. Lisa is the first-ever Mental Health & Sport Performance Specialist for the Oakland Roots Sports Club. The Roots are a men’s professional soccer team and purpose-driven club. Seeing the elite athlete as a multidimensional human, navigating various roles and identities, is integral to Lisa’s approach. Focusing on the role that interpersonal trauma, culture, race, gender, and sexual orientation play as the athlete navigates life on and off the field, is at the center of her work. Lisa is listed in the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee’s Mental Health Registry and the National Football League Player Association’s Clinician Directory. Lisa is often an invited podcast guest and conference speaker. Besides hosting the Athlete Mindset podcast on the SportsE+ podcast platform. She spoke at TEDxWilmington on the intersection of race, mental health, and sport. She has been featured in Time Magazine, Teen Vogue, BBC World News, and Women’s Health Magazine. AthMindset, LLC, supports the mental health of the elite athlete and their ecosystem. This includes serving the spouses/partners, family members, coaches, teams, referees/umpires, agents, and athletic trainers, with clinical services and sport performance consultation. To get more content like this check out https://sportsepreneur.com and https://quietloudstudios.com/2023 KazSource, Inc Hygiène et mode de vie sain Psychologie Psychologie et santé mentale
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  • Beyond the Game: Mental Health in Elite Hoops

    Beyond the Game: Mental Health in Elite Hoops
    Jun 11 2025

    In this special panel episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, is joined by four standout basketball players—Lucas Williamson, Maya Chandler, Aher Uguak, and Anaya Peoples—for a raw and thoughtful conversation in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Together, they explore the emotional weight of elite competition, personal setbacks, and the human side of sport. From dealing with pressure and injuries to navigating identity, criticism, and support systems, each athlete opens up about what mental wellness really looks like at the college and professional levels—on and off the court.

    Key Takeaways from “Beyond the Game: Mental Health in Elite Hoops”

    • Mental health challenges are common—even at the highest levels of basketball
    • Injury, isolation, and performance pressure can weigh heavily on athlete identity
    • Talking openly about mental health in the locker room builds stronger team culture
    • Overseas careers bring both growth and emotional strain from being far from home
    • Female athletes face unique mental and physical challenges that deserve attention
    • Letting go of control and embracing uncertainty is a powerful mental skill
    • Criticism is often just perspective—athletes must choose what they internalize
    • Support systems like therapy, teammates, and mentors are vital to long-term well-being

    Credits: Athlete Mindset is part of the SportsE Media platform.
    Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.

    Support the Athlete Mindset Community: Click Here to contribute to the Athlete Mindset Community.

    By supporting the Athlete Mindset community, you will contribute directly to the mental health of athletes. With your amplification, we can ensure more voices are heard and more individuals are impacted. Thank You for making a difference!

    Connect with the guest, host, and podcast production team:

    • Lucas Williamson: LinkedIn
    • Maya Chandler: LinkedIn
    • Aher Uguak: LinkedIn
    • Anaya Peoples: LinkedIn
    • Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC: LinkedIn | Instagram | website
    • SportsE Media: LinkedIn | X

    Related episodes to “Beyond The Game: Mental Health in Elite Hoops”:

    • Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith
    • Hoops and Healing with Bianca McCall, Reach-In Now
    • AthMindset | Coach Chris Meadows Talks Basketball, Development, and Mindset

    Music: Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
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    44 min
  • Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s Mindset

    Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s Mindset
    Jun 2 2025

    In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with professional boxer Chris Billam-Smith. Known as "The Gentleman," Chris shares the mindset that’s guided his rise from late-blooming amateur to world champion. He opens up about the power of consistency, the role of family in grounding his identity, and how he mentally prepares for the demands of the ring. Chris also discusses the importance of breathwork, emotional regulation, and the inner shift that happens when the gloves go on. Through it all, he reflects on being more than an athlete — striving to grow as a husband, father, and person.


    Key Takeaways from “Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s Mindset”

    • Why Chris embraced boxing at 16 after years of team sports
    • The power of personal accountability and control in individual sports
    • His personal mantra: “Consistency Builds Success” — and how it shaped his career
    • The role of family and fatherhood in evolving his mindset and motivation
    • How breathwork and recovery support his physical and mental performance
    • Balancing the “gentleman” persona with the inner competitor in the ring
    • Lessons in humility, identity, and life beyond the sport

    More about Chris Billam-Smith:

    Chris Billam-Smith, also known as ‘The Gentlemen’, made his professional debut in 2017 under the tutelage of Shane McGuigan. Raised on the sunny shores of Bournemouth, the Commonwealth, British, European and former WBO world Cruiserweight Champion stands with a professional record of 20 wins, and 2 losses (13KO’s). Chris got to live out his fairytale story of becoming world champion at the AFCB vitality stadium, home to his beloved cherries in May 2023 fighting in front of all his friends and family. He dedicated his win to his mum who was suffering with Cancer at the time, as well as how wife Mia. Ambassador to the Dorset Children’s Foundation and as a supporter of the Bournemouth foodbank, Chris has just come away with a win on the huge Eubank vs Benn card, fighting at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. He now looks to become 2X world champ.

    Credits: Athlete Mindset is part of the SportsE Media platform.
    Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.

    Support the Athlete Mindset Community: Click Here to contribute to the Athlete Mindset Community.

    By supporting the Athlete Mindset community, you will contribute directly to the mental health of athletes. With your amplification, we can ensure more voices are heard and more individuals are impacted. Thank You for making a difference!

    Connect with the guest, host, and podcast production team:

    • Chris Billam-Smith: LinkedIn | website
    • Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC: LinkedIn | Instagram | website
    • SportsE Media: LinkedIn | X

    Related episodes to “Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion’s Mindset”:

    • From Adversity to Aspiration: Mariah Mazon’s Softball Journey and Mental Game
    • Who You Are, Not What You Do with Kelsey O'Connor
    • The True Athlete Project Series: Building a Compassionate World Through Sport with Sam Parfitt

    Music: Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
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    31 min
  • Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith

    Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith
    May 9 2025
    In this episode of the Athlete Mindset podcast, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC sits down with Lucas Williamson, a professional basketball player in the NBA G League. Lucas shares his challenging journey through two season-ending injuries, discussing the mental and emotional toll they’ve taken and how he’s worked to find joy amidst adversity. From journaling and therapy to leaning on his faith and community, Lucas offers valuable insights into maintaining mental health and resilience. His story is a powerful reminder of the importance of vulnerability, gratitude, and connection in navigating life’s toughest moments.Lucas also opens up about his spiritual journey, including his decision to fast during Ramadan to reconnect with God, and how his faith has been a cornerstone in his recovery process. This episode is a must-listen for athletes and anyone facing setbacks, offering practical strategies and heartfelt wisdom for overcoming challenges and rediscovering purpose.Key Takeaways from "Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith"Intentional Mental Health Practices: Lucas emphasizes journaling, therapy, and social support as critical tools for protecting mental health during tough times.Faith as a Pillar: His Christian faith and spiritual practices, including fasting during Ramadan, have helped him find meaning and resilience through adversity.Therapy for Athletes: Lucas encourages young athletes, particularly Black male athletes, to try therapy, addressing concerns about confidentiality and stigma.Gratitude’s Impact: Expressing gratitude boosts joy, optimism, and confidence while reducing anxiety, benefiting both the individual and those around them.Community Connection: Building and leaning on a supportive community is essential for mental health and survival, especially during periods of grief or loss.Process Over Outcome: Lucas highlights the importance of valuing the journey and daily blessings over fixating on end goals like career milestones.Learning from Adversity: Reflecting on past challenges, Lucas shares how his second injury taught him to be more outward, vulnerable, and connected, contrasting with his inward approach the first time.More about Lucas Williamson:Lucas Williamson is a professional basketball player currently competing in the NBA G League. Before turning pro, he attended Loyola University Chicago where he was a member of Loyola’s legendary runs, including a sweet 16 and a final four. He was also named 2x defensive player of the year and won tournament MVP in his final season at loyola. Unfortunately his pro career is off to a rocky start as he’s suffered 2 season ending injuries in his 3 year pro career. As he continues to get healthy to return to basketball he has been sharing his experience and trying to find the joy in his own personal journey in hopes to relate and inspire other athletes that may go through similar experiences.Credits: Athlete Mindset is part of the SportsE Media platform.Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.Support the Athlete Mindset Community: Click Here to contribute to the Athlete Mindset Community.By supporting the Athlete Mindset community, you will contribute directly to the mental health of athletes. With your amplification, we can ensure more voices are heard and more individuals are impacted. Thank You for making a difference!Connect with the guest, host, and podcast production team:Lucas Williamson: LinkedInLisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC: LinkedIn | Instagram | websiteSportsE Media: LinkedIn | XRelated episodes to “Overcoming Adversity: Lucas Williamson’s Journey Through Injury and Faith”:NBA and WNBA Mind Health with Dr. Kensa GunterAthMindset | The Life of an NBA Agent with Josh Beauregard-BellAthMindset | Coach Chris Meadows Talks Basketball, Development, and MindsetMusic: Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot
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    46 min

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