Joanne P. McCallie

Mental Health Warrior, Leadership Expert & Hall-of-Fame NCAA Basketball Coach

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Biography

Joanne P. McCallie is a Mental Health Advocate and Hall of Fame DI basketball coach. With over 600 wins, she has coached at Maine, Michigan State, and Duke, earning National Coach of the Year in 2005. Read More >

Coach P was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder at age 30. After learning how to manage her mental health and continue winning as a coach, she decided to become a mental health advocate and speaker, sharing her story to inspire and educate others on how to "win without losing yourself."

Through Coach P’s high energy speeches and leadership seminars, she engages, educates and inspires organizations with discussions on mental health, sports, faith, and leadership. Read Less ^

Speaker Videos

Secret Warrior Book Trailer

Live Fearless

On Differences in Treatment of Men and Women College Athletes

Interview with Coach Joanne P. McCallie

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Speech Topics

Mental Wellness & Bipolar Disorder

Leadership & Coaching Strategies

Women in Sports

Testimonials

"Joanne brought a candid and impactful message that was incredibly valuable to HCTC attendees. Her willingness to share her internal struggles while coaching at the highest level of college basketball allowed our attendees to gain confidence in their own vulnerabilities and battles."

- Head Coach Training Center

"Joanne is a rock star! I had high expectations and she exceeded them! People were texting and emailing me during her presentation. We can't wait to have her back."

- MELMAC Education Foundation

"Coach P is an amazing speaker. She is incredibly engaging and so brave and strong or sharing her story of struggles after keeping it private for so long. I hope everyone has a chance to hear her story and speak to such an incredible woman, mother, and coach."

- Jersey City Free Public Library

"Coach P is vulnerable and transparent. She shares personal coaching stories throughout a very successful head coaching career regarding mental wellness, personal growth, team loyalty, and thriving with her teams through adversity."

- Duke University