Athlete EDGE at EDCare

02/24/2026

Coaches are often the first adults outside the family to notice when something feels off. Their role extends beyond performance — they help shape team culture and athlete identity.

Mental Health Colorado, in partnership with Athlete EDGE at EDCare, a specialized eating disorder treatment program for athletes ages 13+, are elevating SB26-060: Youth Coaches Mental Health Education and Concussion Awareness, recognizing the intersection between eating disorders, mental health, and athletics-related injury.

The bill requires annual mental health education for coaches of youth athletes and strengthens communication around concussion-related mental health risks.

Education equips trusted adults. Informed coaches protect young athletes.

Free eating disorder assessment: www.athleteEDGE.care
Free mental health screenings: www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/screenings

02/23/2026

During Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Mental Health Colorado is proud to partner with Athlete EDGE at EDCare, a specialized program focused on treating eating disorders in athletes ages 13+, recognizing the significant impact these illnesses have on mental health.

Youth athletes’ mental health concerns often first appear as subtle changes in mood, behavior, or performance. Coaches are uniquely positioned to notice those early signals.

SB26-060: Youth Coaches Mental Health Education & Concussion Awareness protects the whole athlete by equipping trusted adults with practical mental health education and strengthening communication around concussion-related emotional risks.

📝 We’ve published a longer-form blog exploring how SB26-060 connects to Eating Disorders Awareness Week, the intersection of athletics and mental health, and why early education matters. Read the full piece here: https://bit.ly/3MqRZ8K

Free eating disorder assessment: www.athleteEDGE.care
Free mental health screenings: www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/screenings

02/21/2026

Athlete EDGE at EDCare is partnering with National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) to host an Athlete Lived Experience Panel for Eating Disorders Awareness Week! Join us on Tuesday, February 24th at 2:00pm ET for this is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from athletes who have navigated eating disorders and recovery.

We are thrilled to welcome:
• Alice Merryweather, Former Olympic Alpine Skier and Athlete EDGE® Ambassador
• Amanda Sobhy, Professional Squash Player
• Danny O’Connor, Champion Boxer and Mental Health Advocate

Register for FREE online: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y-F0okCKQpKlSGRyrESepA #/registration

02/20/2026

We’re grateful to have participated in the Second Annual Coalition of Athletic Communities for Mental Health Conference. Thank you to everyone who attended our three breakout sessions and panel discussion. It was a privilege to share clinical insight, collaborate with colleagues, and provide eating disorder recovery resources in support of athletes and the professionals who serve them. Want to learn more about Athlete EDGE at EDCare? Visit us online www.athleteEDGE.care

02/18/2026

In recognition of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Athlete EDGE at EDCare is teaming up with Lane 9 Project to offer a FREE educational event for coaches and parents of adolescent athletes. Join us for an important conversation about how to recognize concerns and support young athletes who may be struggling with disordered eating or an eating disorder.

You’ll hear from a multidisciplinary panel including Dr. Katherine Hill of Athleat MD, sports dietitian Nicole Speeney of Expedition Nutrition & Recovery, and strength & conditioning coach Brandon Kress from EDCare.

Use the link to register and be part of this important conversation!
https://ow.ly/nWKA50Yh8lG

02/16/2026

We are looking forward to connecting with colleagues at the 2026 iaedp Foundation Annual Symposium, this week in Baltimore, MA. This year’s focus on Evidence, Empathy, and Evolution creates space for meaningful conversations about how eating disorder care continues to adapt to the needs of patients, families, and providers.

If you are attending, please stop by Booth 6 to say hello, share insights, and connect with the EDCare team.

Do not miss our breakout session:
- The Art and Science of Validation: The Use of Emotion Coaching for Eating Disorders
- Presented by Bryn Miller, LPC, CEDS-C, Advisor of Family Services at EDCare
- Saturday, February 21 | 8–9 AM ET

We hope to see you there!

02/13/2026

Athlete EDGE at EDCare is partnering with National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) to host an Athlete Lived Experience Panel for Eating Disorders Awareness Week! Join us on Tuesday, February 24 at 2:00pm ET for this is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from athletes who have navigated eating disorders and recovery.

We are thrilled to welcome:
• Alice Merryweather, Former Olympic Alpine Skier and Athlete EDGE® Ambassador
• Amanda Sobhy, Professional Squash Player
• Danny O’Connor, Champion Boxer and Mental Health Advocate

Register for FREE online: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y-F0okCKQpKlSGRyrESepA #/registration

02/12/2026

We’re looking forward to exhibiting at the Second Annual Coalition of Athletic Communities for Mental Health Conference, February 17–19, 2026. This conference brings together professionals across athletics and mental health to explore shared challenges, exchange best practices, and build partnerships that support student-athlete well-being.

Join us for breakout sessions and a panel discussion featuring members of the Athlete EDGE at EDCare team! Register online: https://web.cvent.com/event/0ef99c1d-8604-4ada-ad99-444cf5d71655/summary

02/09/2026

We’re excited to celebrate Athlete EDGE Primary Therapist Kate Daley, MA, LPCC, RDN, on earning her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) credential! This milestone deepens the care we provide to athletes seeking eating disorder treatment and reflects our ongoing dedication to specialized, compassionate support. We’re proud to have Kate on our team!

Learn more about Athlete EDGE at EDCare online: www.athleteEDGE.care

02/08/2026

Disordered eating is not just an individual struggle. Research shows it is a broader social issue shaped by the environments we create. When athletes, coaches, and parents are educated and supported, stigma decreases and reaching out for help becomes more accepted. Creating a culture where mental health is openly discussed helps everyone feel safer asking for support.

In a significant development within the realm of adolescent health, the study led by Franzoni et al. has amplified our understanding of the complex interplay between psychosocial factors and

02/05/2026

Athletes face huge pressure—on performance, on body size, on weight. But what happens when that pressure affects health?
Join us this National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) on Feb 24, 2 PM ET for an Athlete Lived Experience Panel in collaboration with Athlete EDGE® at EDCare. Elite athletes share real stories about eating disorders, recovery, and returning to sport.
Featuring:
• Amanda Sobhy, Professional Squash Player
• Alice Merryweather, Former Olympic Alpine Skier, Athlete EDGE® Ambassador
• Danny O’Connor, Champion Boxer & Mental Health Advocate
📌 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y-F0okCKQpKlSGRyrESepA

02/03/2026

We’re excited to partner with The Eating Disorder Foundation for "Step Into My Office: Fostering Mental Health Support for Athletes" during Athlete Mental Health Week. This free online event will help coaches, families, clinicians, and teammates recognize and respond to eating disorders and mental health concerns in athletes. Join us this Thursday, Feb 5 at 5 PM MT. Register here: https://ow.ly/AMJa50XU014