About Hannah

 

Who Am I?

I’m Hannah Conner, LCPC (she/her)—a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, mental performance and recovery coach, and creative.

As a recreational and endurance athlete, dancer, and someone on my own recovery journey, I understand firsthand the mental and emotional challenges that come with high performance, injury, and major life transitions.

I specialize in working with athletes, high achievers, and individuals with OCD, anxiety, and trauma - helping them navigate performance pressure, injury recovery, and identity shifts.

Whether you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts, burnout, or the uncertainty of a major transition, I provide therapy and coaching tailored to your unique experience.

My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on identifying your existing skills, developing new coping strategies, and fostering long-term resilience. I believe you are the expert in your own experience, and my role is to support and guide you in reclaiming confidence and self-compassion, beyond societal expectations and external validation.

In my free time, I stay active, catch up on reality TV, and spend time with my dog, Buddy (who might make an appearance in our virtual sessions!).

 
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My Approach: Strengthening Mental Resilience & Navigating Life’s Transitions

I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy and mental performance coaching, helping you build the skills and confidence needed for long-term emotional resilience.

In our work together, I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore the thoughts, behaviors, and patterns that may be holding you back.

Whether you're an athlete recovering from injury, an individual struggling with OCD or anxiety, or someone navigating a major life transition, I will help you develop practical coping strategies, healthy thought patterns, and sustainable mental wellness practices.

My goal is to empower you with a personalized mental health toolkit - one that fosters self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the ability to manage challenges with confidence.

 
 
 

Are We a Good Fit? Coaching & Therapy for Athletes, OCD, and Recovery

We may be a great fit if you’re seeking support for:

  • OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and related challenges

  • Anxiety, trauma, or major life transitions

  • Eating concerns (diagnosed or undiagnosed)

  • Substance misuse or if you’re sober curious

I also specialize in Sport and Health Psychology, supporting athletes who are navigating:

  • Athletic identity development and transitions

  • Mental skills training for performance and confidence

  • Career-ending injuries and the emotional toll of recovery

  • Retirement transitions and finding purpose beyond sports

  • Athlete-specific trauma and mental health challenges

Whether you're an active competitor or transitioning out of sports, I help athletes build resilience, redefine their identity, and strengthen their mental well-being.

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What’s My Experience: Mental Health & Performance Support for Athletes and OCD

 
 
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with specialized training in Sport and Health Psychology.

My background combines therapy, coaching, and mental skills training to support individuals navigating OCD, trauma, anxiety, substance misuse, and athlete-specific challenges.

Education & Clinical Training:

  • B.S. in Psychology with a Minor in Counseling – Lake Superior State University

  • M.A. in Counseling, Specialization in Sport & Health Psychology – Adler University

  • Graduate Training: Focused on addiction recovery, co-occurring disorders, and mental performance coaching

Professional Experience:

  • Chicago Wildfire (Professional Ultimate Team): Conducted athlete assessments, provided mental health support, and facilitated team cohesion

  • Community-Based Substance Use Treatment: Led groups, provided case management, and supported clients in recovery

  • Private Practice Therapy: Worked with a diverse range of individuals managing mental health concerns, life transitions, and performance-related stress

Athlete-Specific Expertise:

  • U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Mental Health Registry: Supporting elite athletes in mental health and performance

  • Sport & Performance Coaching: Helping athletes develop resilience, navigate injuries, and transition out of competition

  • Guest Lecturer & Presenter: Educating on compassion fatigue, burnout prevention, and athlete mental health(presented at Rush University & the Association for Applied Sport Psychology)

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