The Tennis Psychology Podcast

Do you want to stop being anxious in matches? Just like other players who sometimes feel the pressure, it becomes a distraction in their game? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Brandon. Here's what Brandon had to say about his game: "How can I learn to get the nerves under control when I play matches? I want to stop bei...

Are you committed to improving your mental game in tennis, however, your perfectionism is getting in the way. In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Stacy. Here's what Stacy had to say about his game: " I am a very committed player and I work on mental game strategies (goal setting, focus, concentration, play one point at th...

How do you play just as well in matches as you do in your practice? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Michele. Here's what Michele had to say about her game: "Why can't I play as good in matches as I do in practice? What can I do to consistently play as well in matches as I do in fun matches and in practice? I tend to h...

How do you let go of being frustrated with hitting a bad shot or missing? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Tammy. Here's what Tammy had to say about his game: "How can I let go of felling so frustrated when I miss shots? I'm a 3.5 player and love the game. When others miss shots or hit unforced errors, I'm super encour...

Are you the tennis player that tends to worry about double-faulting and thus go ahead and execute that double fault? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from John. Here's what John had to say about his game: "I don't have confidence in my ability to make serves. I worry about making double faults. And thus, I'm fearing making...

How do you play one point at a time especially when you have some bad points or missed shots? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Rick. Here's what Rick had to say about his game: "How to you develop the ability to play each point on its merits and only think about the next point, and not focus on what happened during the...

When you lose a couple of times in a row to a different team in the court. You tend to think they have your number and you are on a losing streak. In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Karen. Here's what KAREN had to say about his game: My main problem is when my partner and I lose twice in a row, we let that "we're in a lo...

Do you get up in the much and then somehow blow your lead? This is a common mental game issue for many tennis players. In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Alan. Here's what Alan had to say about his game: "I am often winning matches against higher or lower ranked players but give away the lead and lose. If l am winning 3-...

Are you or your athletes struggling to get to the next level of play? Many times, an athletes' mental game is preventing them from outpacing other players with equal physical abilities.  In this week's podcast, Dr. Cohn speaks with Brenda Schultz-McCarthy, a former professional tennis player who now is the director of a health and wellness nonprofit that helps people overcome difficult injuries. ...

Do you or your athletes struggle to stay composed in tennis matches? Many tennis players find it difficult to stay positive and composed after failing to meet their own expectations in tennis matches. These players let their personal should's and shouldn'ts undermine their ability to stay calm and control their frustration. Listen to the podcast to hear Dr. Cohn discuss how to change your reaction...

Do you or your athletes struggle to bring your practice game to matches consistently?  Many players struggle with letting fear of failure hold them back from reaching their peak performance in matches. It is good to perform well in practice since this is the space to hone your skills for competition, but it is important to avoid worrying about outcomes while you are competing. Listen to the podcas...

Are you a tennis player who struggles with composure, controlling your emotions and getting stuck in outcome thinking on the court?  In this week's  tennis psychology  podcast,  mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn speaks with Vasilis Mazarakis about the top struggles junior tennis players experience on the court. Vasilis is a Tennis Instructor and Mental Coach, Certified MGCP. He was a...

Do you struggle to stay confident when you're down on your game?  In this week's  tennis psychology  podcast,  mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn speaks with Vasilis Mazarakis on the importance of developing mental toughness in tennis. Vasilis is a Tennis Instructor and Mental Coach, Certified MGCP. He was a member of the Olympic team for Greece in 2004 and has won 6 ATP singles titles...

Do you have a junior tennis player that appears as if they're playing more tentatively or safer in tournaments today? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Dave. Here's what Dave had to say about his son's game: "My son is now 14 years old and is one of the top tennis players in his age group in Australia. He seems to play...

Do you find yourself struggling with your mental game when you have a play an opponent that is younger or has a lower UTR than you? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Nathan. Here's what Nathan had to say about his game: "My problem in matches is playing an opponent younger than I am. I'm afraid to lose to this kid, I ge...

When you step on the court and look across the net and see the look of confidence on your opponent does that frighten you? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Amy. Here's what Amy had to say about her game: " I am afraid to play against opponents who look confident on the court. I see their confidence across the net from...

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Are you a junior tennis player who that gets restless or anxious before matches? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Ram. Here's what Ram had to say about his game: "I would like to know, why I am restless or not-so-calm before and during a match! I find myself showing too much anxiety and I lose focus on the present. My...

Have you ever struggled with your service game to the point you lose all feel and control? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Ryan. Here's what Ryan had to say about his game: "I feel anxiety when it's my turn to serve.  When the yips come on...it's not just that I am double faulting...it is How I am double faulting.  I...

Are you struggling playing in comfort zones? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn speaks to Alon Khakshouri about comfort zones and pressure in tennis. Allon is a sports entrepreneur and former manager of three world #1 tennis players, including Novak Djokovic and member of the ATP council. Listen to the podcast to hear what Dr. Cohn suggests to...

Do you feel nervous before matches and are under a lot of pressure to the point where you don't want to play the game anymore? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Dwayne who's questioning whether he should continue to play tennis. Here's what Dwayne had to say about his game: "My problem is that I hate that nervous feelin...

Are you getting beat on your return of serve by getting aced by slower serves? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Tony about getting aced by slower serves and how this is so frustrating. Here's what Tony had to say about his game: "I keep getting aced by slower serves which is so irritating. Someone hits a banger and I'l...

Do you struggle with playing 3 or 4 specific opponents and keep losing to them over and over and it gets into your head? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Megan who struggles to beat a few specific opponents. Here's what Megan had to say about her game: "My problem is that I have too much pressure on me when I play 3 or...

Do you ever find yourself cruising along in a match and the second set or third set you're in command and controlling your opponent and then all of the sudden, BOOM! Something happens and you lose the match? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Sebastian who said he was recently playing a 3rd set, was in command and eventu...

When you lose your cool on the tennis court, do you give up, thank or start pushing the ball? In this week's tennis psychology podcast, mental game of tennis expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn answers a question from Sarah who needs help managing her expectations. Here's what Sarah had to say about her game: "I'm 14  years old an have been playing tennis for about 8 years. Once of my coaches calls me a bull...