Dr. John F. Murray is a Sports Psychologist and Clinical Psychologist

For Individuals and Couples of all Ages
For Athletes and Teams, Professional and Recreational
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Dr. John F. Murray is a leading author, speaker, clinical psychologist and sports psychologist. He wrote the book “Smart Tennis” and developed the “Mental Performance Index” for sports. Stay current with his activities, articles and talks by reading his monthly newsletter “Smart Pro News” available at this link.

See Dr. Murray’s Mental Performance Index (MPI) page and links to some articles and audios here

Bloomberg article with Scott Soshnick on the recession.

Seattle PI article with Jim Moore about sports and the economy in Seattle.>

Are Sports Still Alive in this Economy?

With the national championship on the line, Dr. Murray and Mark Woods discussed whether we should be more or less of a fan in these tough economic times – in the Florida Times Union.

Dr. John F. Murray Advises Capital Hill about Ways to Cope with Political Stress

Comments from Dr. Murray’s Recent Talks:

John F Murray delivered a captivating talk at the Palm Beach Flagler Rotary breakfast meeting. In these uncertain times, Stress was the topic of the day, John covered the topic in an interactive manner engaging the entire group and leading to a lively discussion. We hope to have John F Murray speak to us again. Stephen Miller, Speaker Chairperson, Palm Beach Rotary, January, 2009

John, thanks for spending time with our ladies tennis teams last week. You have a unique way of relating to our “club level” athletes and making them feel “world class”!!! Your tips on visualization, and relaxation were very well received and I’m sure it will help our ladies to enjoy the game of tennis as well as improve their performance. I’m looking forward to working with you again at IBIS Golf & Country Club!!! The ladies really enjoyed you!! Thanks again! Chuck Gill, Tennis Director.

New Article on 5 Ways to Cope with Stress from Finances, Family or Holidays!

Click Here for Smart Pro News Issue #38 – Holiday Issue

Hear Dr. Murray’s 2 Hour Radio Show Produced on December 2, 2008 about Sports Psychology

Miami Dolphins Lifting Spirits. See Dr. Murray’s Chat with Greg Cote in the Miami Herald

A Victory for Psychology as Mental is Now on Par with Physical! Read about the Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2008

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*Dr. Murray interviewed by Pro Football Hall of Fame broadcaster Lesley Visser on Fox Sports Radio.
*Dr. Murray Chats with the Answer Guy in ESPN The Magazine.

New Financial Stress Management & Clinical Psychology Services: Online, Phone and Office Counseling Services to Help People Cope with the Financial Downturn and Recession. Special Rates Available. Call Dr. Murray for details at 561-596-9898

New: Dr. Murray Offers Arizona Republic Positive View on Stock Turmoil

Also See the New Site at CoachesFootball.com

Dr. John F. Murray provides sports psychology and clinical psychology services to a range of groups and individuals. He is a is a licensed clinical and sports psychologist who provides counseling services in the Palm Beach office, by phone or at client locations. He is also a speaker, seminar leader and writer who works with individuals and groups in business and sports to motivate, enhance productivity and improve mental skills. He contributes almost daily to the media and has appeared on many national television programs including ABC Good Morning America, FOX News’ “Your World” with Neil Cavuto and John Gibson’s “The Big Story,” MSNBC TV and others. He is the author of the book “Smart Tennis: How to Play and Win the Mental Game,” cover endorsed by former world #1 ranked tennis player Lindsay Davenport. He works with pro and amateur athletes in all sports and recently consulted at the Beijing Summer Olympic Games and at the Australian Open Tennis Championships. He is also the creator of the Mental Performance Index (MPI) for football which he uses every year to discuss how the teams are performing in the NFL playoffs and entering the Super Bowl. For Further Information Call: 561-596-9898.

Important Note: The heart and soul of this site is in the News & Events tab to the right. It is still being updated at present, but will contain the majority of articles and interviews as they occur.

Dr. John F. Murray offers a cutting edge service to many groups and individuals:

For Teams and Athletes:
Sports Psychology Evaluations and Feedback • Mental Skills Training • Team Presentations and Workshops

• Team-building Strategies and Exercises

For Individuals, Couples and Families:
• Personal Psychological Evaluations and Feedback • Psychological Counseling • Positive Habit Formation • Diet and Exercise Counseling • Social/People Skills Training

• Academic Improvement

For Corporations and Business Leaders: • Executive and Organizational Evaluations and Feedback • Executive, Management and Organizational Consultation • Corporate Speaking and Workshops • Team-building Strategies and Exercises • Improved Performance for Sales Teams and Leaders

• Nonprofit Leadership Evaluations and Funding Advisory Services

Thank you for stopping by and good luck utilizing all the benefits of counseling services and sports psychology!