Events & Appearances

Select engagements where Dr. Brook Choulet, M.D. shares perspective on mental health, performance, and leadership under pressure.

While much of her work is conducted privately with athletes, executives, and organizations, these events offer an opportunity to engage with her thinking in a public forum. Each appearance is carefully chosen to foster substantive conversation around resilience, high-performance culture, and sustainable well-being.

Upcoming gatherings include keynote presentations, panel discussions, and hosted conversations. Some are open to the public, while others are ticketed or invitation-based. Public appearances are limited and thoughtfully curated throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

  • Dr. Brook Choulet PROMISE Conference 2026

    Beyond Symptom Reduction: A Performance-Oriented Framework for Elite Sport — PROMISE Conference

    Date: August 18, 2026

    Time: 10:20–11:00 AM

    Location: U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center — Colorado Springs, CO

    Description: PROMISE is one of the first conferences dedicated exclusively to mental health in elite sport, convening world-leading experts shaping best practices in athlete mental health. In this session, Dr. Brook Choulet, M.D., The Performance Psychiatrist®, will present a performance-oriented psychiatric framework that moves beyond symptom reduction to support sustainable well-being, resilience, and performance capacity in elite athletes. The discussion will address how evidence-based mental health strategy can strengthen recovery, reduce risk, and support long-term excellence within high-demand sport systems.

  • Dillon Brooks Youth Basketball Camp

    Dillon Brooks Youth Basketball Camp – FlexWork Sports

    Date: September 12, 2026

    Time: 1:00–5:00 PM

    Location: Arizona Athletic Grounds – Mesa, AZ

    Description: Dr. Choulet will be speaking at the Dillon Brooks Youth Basketball Camp in Mesa, joining Dillon Brooks and FlexWork Sports for a youth basketball experience focused on skill development, performance, mentorship, and athlete engagement in a fun and supportive environment.

  • Training the Mind Series™ – Arizona Cardinals Home Opener

    Date: September 20, 2026

    Time: 1:00 PM MT (Panel Programming) | 3:05 PM MT (Kickoff)

    Location: State Farm Stadium – Glendale, AZ

    Description: The Training the Mind Series™ will host a special pregame experience at State Farm Stadium ahead of the Arizona Cardinals Home Opener, bringing together leaders from mental health, sports, and high-performance environments. The event will feature two expert-led panel discussions focused on mental performance, resilience, leadership, and emotional well-being, followed by an exclusive networking reception.

    Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in a special on-field experience prior to kickoff, recognizing the importance of mental health awareness and community engagement. Additional speakers and participating organizations will be announced in the coming months.

    Tickets include access to the exclusive Training the Mind Series™ pregame panels and networking reception prior to kickoff.

  • Training the Mind Series™ – Los Angeles Rams Home Opener

    Date: September 21, 2026

    Time: 3:00 PM PT–4:30 PM PT (Panel Programming & Networking Reception) | 5:15 PM PT (Kickoff)

    Location: YouTube Theater at SoFi Stadium – Los Angeles, CA

    Description: The Training the Mind Series™ will host a special pregame experience at YouTube Theater ahead of the Los Angeles Rams Home Opener, bringing together leaders from professional sports, psychiatry, mental health advocacy, and performance psychology. The event will feature two expert-led panel discussions focused on mental performance, psychological resilience, leadership, and athlete well-being, followed by a networking reception prior to kickoff. Participating organizations include the American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry, the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, The Hidden Opponent, and PlaySafe USA, advancing the national conversation around mental health and performance in sport.

    Tickets include access to the exclusive Training the Mind Series™ pregame panel discussions and networking reception at YouTube Theater prior to kickoff.

  • Grayson Allen Youth Basketball Camp – FlexWork Sports

    Grayson Allen Youth Basketball Camp – FlexWork Sports

    Date: September 27, 2026

    Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

    Location: Sporting Chance Center – Tucson, AZ

    Description: Dr. Choulet will be speaking at the Grayson Allen Youth Basketball Camp in Tucson, joining Grayson Allen and FlexWork Sports for a youth basketball experience focused on skill development, performance, mentorship, and athlete engagement in a fun and supportive environment.

Past Events

  • The Critical Role of Mental Health in Athlete Recovery — NBA Sports Medicine Series

    Date: Sunday, July 12 - Tuesday, July 14, 2026
    Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Location: Thomas & Mack Center, UNLV | Las Vegas, NV

    Dr. Choulet presented The Critical Role of Mental Health in Athlete Recovery during the NBA Sports Medicine Series, examining the essential role of mental health throughout the recovery process and the importance of integrating evidence-based psychiatric care into high-performance sport. The conference brought together leaders in sports medicine, sport science, rehabilitation, performance, and professional athletics to advance interdisciplinary approaches to optimizing athlete health, recovery, and long-term performance.

  • The Critical Role of Mental Health in Athlete Recovery — Notre Dame Sports Performance Summit 2026

    Date: June 5, 2026
    Time: 1:00 PM EST
    Location: McKenna Hall, University of Notre Dame

    Dr. Choulet presented on the critical role of mental health in athlete recovery, examining the psychological and neurobiological factors that influence rehabilitation, resilience, return-to-play outcomes, and long-term performance sustainability within high-performance environments.

  • Introduction to Operating an Outpatient Sports Psychiatry Practice — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Introduction to Operating an Outpatient Sports Psychiatry Practice — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Date: May 19, 2026
    Time: 8:30–10:00 AM
    Location: Room 305 — Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco, CA

    Dr. Choulet presented an overview of the clinical, operational, and ethical foundations involved in operating an outpatient sports psychiatry practice during APA 2026.

  • Building a Successful Private Practice: Brand, Positioning & Growth — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Date: May 17, 2026
    Time: 12:15–12:45 PM
    Location: The Stage, Expo Hall — Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco, CA

    Dr. Choulet joined Jake Goodman, M.D. and Lauren Stinner of BrandWell Designs for a Coffee and Conversations session at APA 2026 focused on building a successful private practice through strategic branding, positioning, and growth.

  • Ethical Considerations When Treating High-Profile Patients — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Date: May 17, 2026
    Time: 8:30–10:00 AM
    Location: Room 206 — Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco, CA

    Dr. Choulet participated in a discussion examining the ethical complexities involved in the care of athletes, executives, entertainers, and other high-profile individuals during APA 2026.

  • Mental Edge: AI, Sports, and the Future of Psychiatry — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Date: May 16, 2026
    Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
    Location: Marriott Marquis, San Francisco, CA

    Dr. Choulet participated in an in-person discussion exploring how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping psychiatry within high-performance and sports environments during the APA Annual Meeting, followed by networking with attendees.

  • From Interest to Authority: Becoming a Leader in Sports Psychiatry — APA Annual Meeting 2026

    Date: May 16, 2026
    Time: 1:00–1:30 PM
    Location: The Stage, Expo Hall — Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco, CA

    Dr. Choulet participated in a collaborative discussion on certification, leadership development, and the future growth of sports psychiatry during the Coffee and Conversations session at APA 2026.

  • Mental Health & Recovery — Spooner Sports Medicine: The Huddle

    Date: May 1, 2026
    Time: 10:00–10:30 AM
    Location: Events on Jackson, Phoenix

    Dr. Choulet spoke on mental health and recovery at Spooner Sports Medicine’s The Huddle, a sports medicine conference featuring two days of programming.

  • Training the Mind Series™ — Houston Dynamo FC Group Night Activation

    Date: April 22, 2026
    Pre-Game Activation: 4:45–6:00 PM
    Location: Corona Premier Space, Shell Energy Stadium

    Guests joined for a private pre-game experience ahead of kick-off.

    The activation featured physician-led programming by Dr. Choulet, focused on mental health, performance under pressure, and psychological wellbeing within elite sport environments.

    Guests engaged in structured conversation and networking prior to the match, followed by game attendance. Proceeds supported the American Psychiatric Foundation and the American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry.

  • Training the Mind Series™ — Los Angeles Clippers Group Night Activation

    Date: April 8, 2026
    Pre-Game Activation: 5:30–6:30 PM
    Game Tip-Off: 7:00 PM
    Location: Court B, Intuit Dome

    Guests joined for an exclusive pre-game experience held on a private basketball court ahead of tip-off.

    The activation featured a panel discussion with Dr. Choulet, Rawle Andrews Jr., Esq. (American Psychiatric Foundation), and Victor Armstrong, focused on mental health and performance in high-pressure environments.

    Dr. Kojo Sarfo contributed a brief 15-minute stand-up performance, offering a distinct perspective within the broader program.

    Guests participated in an in-person activation prior to the game, followed by game attendance.

  • Training the Mind Series™ — Phoenix Suns Group Night Activation

    Date: April 7, 2026
    Pre-Game Activation: 5:00–6:00 PM
    Game Tip-Off: 8:00 PM
    Location: Dos Equis Beer Garden, Mortgage Matchup Center

    Guests joined for a pre-game mental performance activation led by Dr. Choulet.

    The conversation featured JohnJay Van Es, Coach Molly Miller, Vaughn Compton, Nadine Bubeck, and Nick Lowery, offering perspectives on mindset, resilience, and performance under pressure.

    Guests participated in a live discussion ahead of tip-off, followed by game attendance.

  • Beyond the Baseline | Women & High Performance panel

    Beyond the Baseline: Women & High Performance — NCAA Women’s Final Four Panel

    Date: April 2, 2026
    Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
    Location: Phoenix Convention Center, Tourney Town

    Guests joined for a live panel discussion exploring high performance through the lens of women operating at the highest levels across sport, science, business, and public leadership.

    The conversation featured Dr. Choulet, Kate Gallego (Mayor of Phoenix), and Amanda Phillips (President of Performance, Exos), examining the intersection of mental performance, leadership, and sustained excellence.

Speaking Inquiries