Chloe Svolakos, a licensed psychotherapist and certified coach with the United States Parachute Association (USPA), has become a key supporter within the skydiving community. She dedicates herself to helping skydivers develop both their physical skills and mental resilience.
Skydiving can be an intimidating experience for many. While first-time tandem jumpers often smile with excitement, the decision to jump from a plane is far from easy. For beginners, taking that initial leap is daunting, and pursuing a license requires even greater determination and repeated jumps.
Drop zones attract athletes and professionals eager to improve their skills while managing the inherent risks. Skydiving demands not only physical strength but also significant mental toughness. Maintaining a stable mindset amid the sport’s intense challenges can be difficult.
In this extreme sport, mental health is just as critical as physical ability. Chloe Svolakos understands this deeply. With an undergraduate degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a graduate degree from Columbia University, she combines her expertise as a psychotherapist and USPA coach to support athletes facing mental health struggles in all areas of life.