Carrie Jackson: The Missing Piece in Athlete Recovery

What happens when a psychology graduate realizes traditional therapy isn’t the answer - and a personal injury becomes the catalyst for transforming how athletes recover? Carrie Jackson, author of “Rebound” and founder of the Injured Athletes Club, discovered that the mental side of injury recovery was being completely ignored, and she’s been changing that ever since.In this episode of the Inner Athlete Podcast, host Hans Skulstad sits down with Carrie to explore how her own injury experiences shaped a revolutionary approach to athlete recovery, why traditional mental toughness thinking can backfire during rehabilitation, and the simple reframe that transforms an athlete’s entire recovery experience.Whether you’re an athlete facing injury, a parent supporting recovery, or a coach/medical professional working with injured athletes, this conversation offers a new perspective on the psychological side of physical setbacks.Connect with Carrie:Website: carriejackson.comInjured Athletes Club: injuredathletesclub.comInstagram: @feedtheathlete and @injuredathletesclubBook: “Rebound”The Inner Athlete Podcast explores mental fitness strategies for athletes at every level. Subscribe for more conversations on overcoming adversity, injury recovery, and building resilience.