Even Top Athletes Struggle with Mental Health

Alex Cramer

After committing to USC at 16 (and then uncommitting), coming out as gay and the death of her father, Erica Sullivan has struggled with her Mental health. Through therapy and self acceptance, Erica has been able to Continue her journey in training for the 2021 Olympics. “At the end of the day, I can do nothing but own it and be myself.” Read Sullivan’s story here.

 

*Update: Erica Sullivan made her first Olympic team for the 2020(1) team in the 1500 Free!