Timothy Mann
Chelsea,MI
Summary
Counselor and wellness educator with experience supporting adolescents, student-athletes, and diverse populations in academic, counseling, clinical, and performance settings. Founder of Train the Brain, LLC, providing workshops and seminars on mindfulness, breathwork, mental performance, and accessible health strategies to athletic, clinical, and organizational audiences. Skilled in crisis support, psychoeducation, relationship-building, program development, and collaborative care. Committed to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based support for high-performing individuals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Collaborator / Co-author / Trainer
Wayne State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences
09.2022 - Current
- Co-authored and served as trainer for a research study examining the impact of a focused behavioral intervention on brain markers associated with stress resistance and mood.
- Contributed to translational research exploring the relationship between structured breathwork-based practices, stress regulation, and mental health outcomes.
- Supported implementation of an evidence-based intervention in a research setting focused on applied mental health and performance.
- Upheld ethical standards during the research process, addressing any potential conflicts or biases that may have arisen throughout collaborative efforts.
Founder / Lead Facilitator
Train the Brain, LLC
04.2022 - Current
- Founded and manage a peak-performance business serving collegiate sports teams, yoga studios, CrossFit gyms, high school sports teams, mental health clinics, rehabilitation centers, and corporations.
- Provide workshops and seminars to collegiate programs including University of Houston Football, Texas Christian University Football, University of Detroit Mercy Women’s Basketball, Northern Michigan University Men’s Soccer, among others.
- Design and deliver programming focused on mental performance strategies, breathwork, mindfulness, cold-water immersion, stress regulation, recovery, health optimization, and peak performance.
- Translate evidence-based wellness concepts into practical, low-cost, and accessible strategies for diverse audiences.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with coaches, athletes, clinicians, business leaders, and wellness professionals.
- Customize programming to meet the needs of student-athletes, teams, and organizational clients.
- Promote sustainable habits that support physical health, emotional regulation, resilience, and peak performance.
High School Counselor
Chelsea High School
10.2020 - Current
- Provide individual and group counseling to high school students regarding academic planning, emotional well-being, personal development, and postsecondary readiness.
- Support students through crisis intervention, conflict resolution, coping skills, attendance concerns, motivation, and life transitions.
- Collaborate with families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to promote student success and well-being.
- Assist students with college applications, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and career exploration.
- Support students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinate outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Chair the Chelsea Scholarship Committee, coordinating committee communication, scholarship review, and student award recommendations.
- Deliver wellness-focused support to selected high school sports teams and advanced fitness classes through breathwork, mindfulness and mental performance seminars.
- Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with stakeholders while safeguarding confidentiality.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending relevant conferences, seminars, and trainings focused on best counseling practices.
- Implement group counseling sessions focused on enhancing interpersonal skills, conflict resolution strategies, and self-esteem among peers.
- Enhance student success by providing comprehensive guidance on academic and career goals.
- Advocate for student needs in disciplinary matters, promoting restorative justice practices that foster accountability and personal growth.
- Manage caseloads efficiently through meticulous record-keeping practices, ensuring timely follow-ups and appropriate referrals when necessary.
High School Counselor
Vandercook Lake Public Schools
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Facilitated workshops for students to develop essential life skills and enhance emotional intelligence.
- Implemented school-wide initiatives promoting mental health awareness and resources for students and families.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs, ensuring tailored support services are effectively delivered.
- Coordinated with local organizations to provide internships and job shadowing opportunities for students.
- Advocated for student interests by participating in policy discussions affecting educational programs and resources.
- Monitored academic progress through regular check-ins, fostering communication between students, parents, and teachers.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
- Partnered with teachers to identify at-risk students and develop targeted interventions for improved academic outcomes.
- Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
- Facilitated workshops for students, covering topics such as stress management, study skills, and time management to improve academic performance.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring meetings with students to assess goal attainment and provide ongoing guidance toward success milestones.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending relevant conferences, seminars, and trainings focused on best counseling practices.
- Advocated for student needs in disciplinary matters, promoting restorative justice practices that foster accountability and personal growth.
- Managed caseloads efficiently through meticulous record-keeping practices, ensuring timely follow-ups and appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Offered extra assistance to students of impoverished backgrounds by providing clothes for job interviews and support for basic needs.
Graduate Assistant
University of Detroit Mercy
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Assist the head coach in all aspects of the basketball program, including practice and game preparation, recruiting and retention of student-athletes, scheduling, public relations, and adherence to NCAA and university rules.
- Handle administrative duties such as organizing team events, managing logistics for practices and games, and monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.
- Contribute to player development by assisting in drills, organizing workouts, conducting skill development sessions, and participating in video analysis.
- Manage equipment, handle logistics for practices and games, and ensure all activities comply with NCAA and university regulations.
- Provide support to student-athletes, ensuring they meet eligibility requirements and offering academic and personal support as needed.
Education
MA - Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, Michigan01-2016
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Recreation And Leadership Management
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI06-2010
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Crisis intervention and referral
- Student-athlete support
- Mental performance coaching
- Workshop facilitation
- Program development
- Trauma-informed care
- Culturally responsive communication
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Documentation and confidentiality
- Presentation and public speaking
- Wellness education
- Research-informed practice
- Strong writing skills
- Strong research skills
- Project management
- Technical writing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Websites
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Licensed School Counselor
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Certification/Training
- Advanced Wim Hof Method Certification
- Oxygen Advantage Certification
- In progress: 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
- In progress: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Certification
Timeline
Research Collaborator / Co-author / Trainer
Wayne State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences
09.2022 - Current
Founder / Lead Facilitator
Train the Brain, LLC
04.2022 - Current
High School Counselor
Chelsea High School
10.2020 - Current
High School Counselor
Vandercook Lake Public Schools
08.2018 - 09.2020
Graduate Assistant
University of Detroit Mercy
08.2013 - 06.2016
MA - Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Recreation And Leadership Management
Northern Michigan University