Mind Game: A Quantum Performance Leap for Competitive Pickleball and Tennis

Psychotherapist and avid tennis and pickleball player Neil P. Schulenburg, PhD, combines his two passions to give players this guide to mastering the mental aspects of the games.

Before you pick up the racquet or paddle, learn how to reach the right frame of mind for success. Sports are as much about the psychology of the game as they are about strength and skill. Sports like tennis and pickleball require intense focus and discipline. In partner tennis and pickleball, it is also imperative to be aware of your partner’s mentality and know how to support without distracting. Mind Game helps players improve their own mental focus and understand the mental focus of other athletes.

In simple terms, Dr. Schulenburg explains neuroprocessing and the functions of the two hemispheres of the brain. He shows how to think about the game and review your performance in new ways to help the hemispheres process this information. Dr. Schulenburg’s neurological expertise makes him the perfect mental coach for players of all skill sets.

Whether you are a seasoned expert or it’s your first time setting foot on the court, boost your competitive play with Mind Game.

Neil P. Schulenburg, PhD, is a psychotherapist specializing in memory resolution in trauma recovery. He uses the adaptive information processing theory and cognitive behavioral theory. Dr. Schulenburg is published in the Journal of Neurotherapy and has several E-books available. He is a board-certified professional counselor and certified EMDR therapist.

Dr. Schulenburg has received degrees from Georgia State University, the Psychological Studies Institute, and Logos Christian College and Graduate School.

Dr. Schulenburg has always had a passion for tennis. He is a member of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and the Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association (ALTA). In 2015, he became a United States of America Pickleball Association (USAPA) Ambassador. He won the gold and silver medals in the Georgia State Senior Olympics in singles and doubles pickleball.