Integrating Mental Wellness into High Performing Teams: Lessons Learned from Professional Sports
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Nyaka NiiLampti
Vice President of Wellness and Clinical Services
Nyaka NiiLampti is the Vice President of Wellness and Clinical Services for the National Football League (NFL), where she leads the implementation and expansion of the Total Wellness platform, promoting a holistic approach to player care. This initiative focuses on wellness, healthy lifestyle development, and transition support through clinical resources, education, and peer connections. Dr. NiiLampti collaborates with a diverse range of stakeholders, including players, staff, and community organizations, to enhance the platform’s impact. A licensed psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) with over twenty years of clinical experience, she previously served as the Director of Player Wellness for the NFL Players Association, advocating for player rights and wellness resources. A former track and field student-athlete, Nyaka holds a bachelor’s degree from Princeton University, an M.A. in Sport Psychology from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, and a Ph.D. from Temple University.