Philip Sullivan is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Brock University, where he also serves as the Associate Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs. His research focuses on mental health in sports, specifically examining the differences in mental health outcomes and barriers faced by student-athletes compared to non-athletes. Sullivan's work extends to establishing mental health literacy among coaches, support staff, and officials within athletic contexts. He has received funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada and the World Anti-Doping Agency to pursue his research interests. His publications include explorations of sleep quality, the intricacies of coach-athlete conversations about mental health, and the psychological impacts of sport participation on youth. He is dedicated to advancing the field of applied sport psychology and understanding team dynamics, contributing to the academic discourse through various journal articles over the years.