Caroline Zadina, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Caroline is a Sport Therapist for athletes and performers invested in raising their game. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health from University of Chicago, and a Master’s Degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Leeds Beckett University in England. Currently, Caroline is employed by the Women’s Tennis Association as a Mental Health Care Provider on Tour with the top players in the world.
As a former elite colligate and semi-professional athlete, Caroline recognizes the daily demands and stressors that athletes face. Sport is a relentless grind— injury, interpersonal struggle, mental and physical challenge— Caroline brings empathy and understanding to these familiar, daily athletic realities.
Caroline has counseled a wide range of athletes from high school athletes to elite college and professional competitors. Caroline has also worked with NCAA member institutions to enhance team climate and culture, and with Olympic training programs to optimize performance transitions. At the high school level, Caroline has consulted with top performers, sharing research-informed strategy for securing coveted college roster spots.
Caroline is dedicated to helping individuals, especially athletes, achieve their physical and mental best.
“Everyone is going through something. No matter how tough you are, no matter how many awards you’ve won— sport greatly challenges our wellbeing. Just like we need coaches to keep us focused on our goals and tasks on the pitch, we need therapists to help our minds reboot… so we can do it all over again. That’s being a true athlete. ”
Professional ROles IN SPORT COmmUNITIES
Professional Clinical Experience
Women’s Tennis Association, Mental Health Care Provider- Current
Coaching Experience
Saint Ignatius Girls Soccer, Head Coach 2020-Current
University of Chicago Womens Soccer, Assistant Coach 2018-2019
DePauw University Womens Soccer, Assistant Coach 2017-2018
England Athletics Center Olympic Development Program 2016-2017
Leeds Sport Performance & Psychological Wellbeing Coach 2016-2017
Research & Presentations
U.S. Center for Safe Sport, Development Intern for Adult Athlete Safety and Wellness Trainings 2019
Loyola Academy, College Recruiting Consultant 2019, 2020
Comprehensive Care, HBOT for Sport Concussion 2016-2018
Publications
D1 DREAM: Recruiting Insight from 60 Division 1 Athletes; Book sold on Amazon (2017)
