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Mental Training for Athletes: Insights and Strategies
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How Do Professional Golfers Manage a One Shot Lead on the 18th Tee?
Stepping onto the 18th tee with just a one-shot lead can feel like standing on the edge of greatness for professional golfers. This...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 11, 20254 min read
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How Arrogance and Pretentiousness Shape Athlete Performance Through Projecting Shame
In the world of sports, an athlete's mental state can be just as vital as their physical strength. Competition is often a melting pot of...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 7, 20254 min read
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Understanding Belief Systems as the Intricate Lens Shaping Our Perception of Reality
Belief systems are fundamental to how we interpret our experiences and understand the world around us. They act as filters, shaping our...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20253 min read
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Navigating Core Beliefs of Unworthiness: A Path to Self-Acceptance and Empowerment
Core beliefs shape how we see ourselves and our worth. Thoughts like "I’m unwelcome," "I’m a burden," and "I’m no use" can create...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20254 min read
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The Dark Side of Athletic Ambition: How Powerlessness Fuels Excessive Thirst for Recognition
In the competitive sports arena, the pursuit of excellence often hides a troubling truth. Athletes, pressured by high expectations and...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20254 min read
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The Mechanisms of Self-Protection Strategies: Adjustment, Withdrawal, and Overcompensation Explained
In our everyday lives, we face situations that can create anxiety, stress, and discomfort. These feelings can be intense and may push us...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20254 min read
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Exploring the Inner Compass How Professional Footballers Uncover Their Core Beliefs
Professional footballers often traverse a challenging journey, not just on the pitch but within themselves. They strive to attain their...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20254 min read
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How to Discover Your Core Beliefs as a Golfer
Golf is much more than just a game; it serves as a mirror to who you are deep down. For many golfers, their core beliefs shape how they...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 4, 20254 min read
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Exploring the Role of Sports Psychologists in Enhancing Child Athletes' Performance through Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
In today's competitive sports landscape, child athletes face mounting pressures. These pressures come from various sources: balancing...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 3, 20253 min read
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The Surprising Dynamics of a CBT Session with a Sport Psychologist
In the competitive world of sports, athletes often find themselves under tremendous pressure. While physical training is crucial, mental...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 2, 20253 min read
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Level Up Your Mental Game: How CBT with a Sport Psychologist Can Transform Your Performance
As athletes, we spend countless hours honing our physical skills. We train our bodies, refine our techniques, and push our limits in...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jul 1, 20253 min read
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Developing Effective Boundaries as Athletes in Sport
As athletes, the demands of training, competition, and often personal life can create a whirlwind of obligations and expectations. One of...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Jun 11, 20254 min read
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Breaking Free from All-or-Nothing Thinking: A Guide for Athletes
As an athlete, you’re no stranger to high expectations and the drive to succeed. But sometimes, this drive can lead to a mental trap...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 30, 20253 min read
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The Role of Agenda Setting in CBT for Sports Psychologists
In the high-pressure world of sports, athletes often face mental challenges that can hinder their performance. From managing anxiety...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 30, 20252 min read
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Active Behavioural Experiments for Athletes
Athletes often focus on physical training, honing their bodies to achieve peak performance. However, mental training is equally...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 30, 20254 min read
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Safety-Seeking Behaviours in Athletes: A CBT Perspective
Safety-seeking behaviours are common in many individuals, particularly in high-pressure environments such as sports. These behaviours...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 30, 20254 min read
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How to Formulate Problems in CBT: A Comprehensive Guide
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used and highly effective therapeutic approach for treating a variety of mental health...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 28, 20254 min read
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How to Assess Problems Using CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized therapeutic approach that focuses on understanding how our thoughts, feelings,...
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 28, 20254 min read
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Enhancing Athletic Performance through Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most versatile approaches to mental performance training in sports psychology today....
Dr Paul McCarthy
May 20, 202511 min read
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Unveiling the Effective Use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy by Sport Psychologists with Athletes: A Professional Insight
In the competitive arena of sports, mental strength can be just as important as physical fitness. Athletes face significant psychological...
Dr Paul McCarthy
Feb 8, 20254 min read
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