All Mental Podcast For Athletes

Charles Armstrong Hicks
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Your go-to resource for athletes looking to enhance their mental game and their overall performance. Hosted by Charles, a social worker with a decade of expertise in the field. Now focusing all of the knowledge to sports and athletes based on scientific research from both the worlds of social work, as well as, sports psychology. This channel offers practical advice to boost your focus, resilience, and performance.Explore techniques for focus, habits, anger, etc through our targeted videos. Each episode is crafted to help you conquer the mental challenges of competitive sports and elevate your performance.

  1. 2D AGO

    [Football] From HS to Pros: the Perseverance Story of Divine Buckrham

    What does perseverance actually look like in an athlete’s career? We have defensive back Divine Buckrham to break down the real journey and mental strategies from high school football to the professional level. His path wasn’t linear and that’s exactly why this conversation is powerful. We walk through perseverance of his career so far step by step: starting in high school, continuing at Division 1 Lamar University, transferring to D1 Lehigh University, earning an opportunity at the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie minicamp, and then continuing his professional journey in both the XFL and the European League of Football (ELF). We unpack the ups and downs that test every athlete’s perseverance and the specific strategies he used that translate to any other athlete in any sport. Roster uncertainty, transitions, pressure, and setbacks. Most importantly, we dive into how an athlete’s confidence evolves during a long, unpredictable journey. DB shares the strategies he used to stay committed through adversity and how he learned to rebuild his confidence in a stronger and more stable way. This episode is about the mental side of perseverance; what it really takes to stay in the game when the path isn’t guaranteed. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 22m

  2. FEB 8

    [Football & Baseball] Sport Psych of Red Sox & Patriots Dr. Jenkins: “The Power Of Play Builds Winners”

    New England Patriots and Red Sox Sports Psychologist Dr. Jonathan Jenkins joins to break down the foundational concept most athletes forget... The Power Of Play. Being two sports therapists, we unpack how play directly impacts confidence, pressure, focus, failure, and long-term performance, and why losing it is often what leads athletes to tighten up, overthink, or burn out. Then we dive into the strategies to build for the individual, the team, and for families. The Power of Play is the first chapter Dr Jenkins' new book Mentality Wins who he wrote with his co author Dr Kim O'Brien a Sports Social Worker. Using both research and real-world experience, we break down specific mental strategies athletes can use to reintroduce play into training and competition, how teams can create environments that allow play to thrive, and how families can support it without adding pressure. If you’re an athlete, coach, or parent looking to unlock more consistency, confidence, and joy in performance, this episode reframes what “serious training” actually looks like at the highest level. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 15m
  3. [NFL Football] Jalen Hurts’ Winning Mentality: How Does He Do It?

    12/28/2025

    [NFL Football] Jalen Hurts’ Winning Mentality: How Does He Do It?

    I uncovered the core mental traits that set Jalen apart: elite confidence, mental toughness, and mental self-discipline and then specific strategies for each. I dissected the winning mentality of NFL quarterback Jalen Hurts through analyzing over 20 hours of interviews, documentaries, mic’d-up clips, press conferences, and even commercials. I hope doing this deep dive gives value to everyone; wether you’re an athlete chasing your next level, a sports fan who loves understanding greatness, or a parent trying to build your child’s mental edge, this episode blends research and real-life examples to give you proven strategies you can apply tomorrow. NFL Quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles Jalen Hurts Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    31 min

  4. 12/17/2025

    [D1 Soccer] The Winning Mindset: Are YOU built for it? 2x OPOY D1 Soccer Hannah Anselmo

    How does the winning mentality impact everything you do? Hannah Anselmo 2x Offensive Player of the Year and Division 1 soccer standout at Stonehill College and I break down the mental strategies. We explore how the pursuit of winning transforms every part of an athlete’s world: how it shapes off-season preparation, intensifies practice, creates friction with teammates, how a coach builds a team with a winning mindset, and the pressure that comes after the game especially after a loss. Hannah opens up about the mental toll and the mental edge of being driven by winning. Together, we dive into the science behind the winning mentality and share practical, evidence-based strategies athletes can use to build it in all areas: preparation, performance, team dynamics, and post-game reflection.  If you’re chasing greatness, this episode is for you. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 29m

  5. 12/02/2025

    [Golf] Golf's Mental Secret to Playing Better: With Golf Coach Daniel Boisvert (Building Happiness and Perseverance)

    I’m joined by Daniel Boisvert a golf performance coach who’s developed 13 of the top players in Massachusetts, sent dozens to D1 programs, and currently works with NBA and NFL athletes. For the first time on this podcast we explore the science behind perseverance: what really builds it, how it shows up on the course, and how golfers can train it intentionally. Then, we break down the research on happiness—and how a golfer’s own happiness can directly impact performance even on a recreational level. Dan brings a rare blend of results-driven coaching as we mix it with science-backed strategy. If you’re an athlete, coach, regular golf player, or mental performance nerd, this one’s a must-listen. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 25m

  6. 11/03/2025

    [WTA Pro Tennis] Project Rebuild: Injury & Tennis Life of Britney Chiu

    I sit down with WTA professional tennis player Britney Chiu to talk about the mental strategies of injury and the road back to elite competition. We deep dive into the mindset needed during recovery and the mentality she’s using as she prepares to step back on court. After a major injury took her off tour, Brit shares what that time was really like; mentally, emotionally, and physically. From navigating time at home to reshaping her outlook for the comeback, she opens up about what it truly takes to stay mentally sharp through setbacks. If you’ve ever been sidelined by injury or want to know how the pros stay locked in off the court, this episode is for you. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 18m

  7. 10/15/2025

    [Lacrosse] The Formula for Embracing Pressure and Building Team Confidence With D1 Trey Brown

    We deep dive pressure and confidence with Trey Brown: D1 Lacrosse at Boston University, USA Lacrosse Magazine All-American Honorable Mention and Second Team All-Patriot League.  We go into the root of where pressure comes from and the formula of embracing that pressure—where it originates, how athletes interpret it, and the mental systems that help you perform when it matters most. Then, we shift gears into team confidence: how it's built, how it impacts performance, and the role every athlete and coach plays in shaping it on and off the field. Whether you’re an athlete trying to stay composed under fire or a coach looking to strengthen your team’s belief in each other, this episode delivers practical, research-backed takeaways you can use right away. Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 5m

  8. 09/21/2025

    [All Sports] Team Confidence Workshop: Live with D1 Stonehill College Field Hockey

    In this live Confidence Workshop for the D1 Stonehill College Field Hockey team for Team and Individual Confidence we will build two mental performance systems from the ground up. These are designed to develop individual confidence, team confidence, self-esteem, and pressure resilience.  The video version of this workshop is also on YT @AllMentalSports For the athletes listening, grab a notebook as you’ll want to build your own versions as you listen. For coaches,  this episode gives you the blueprint to bring these systems to your team.  What You’ll Learn: •How to build personal systems that generate confidence daily •Strategies to foster trust and belief across an entire team •How to reframe pressure and use it to your advantage •A system-based approach to long-term mental strength Instagram: Allmentalsports Individual Therapy: allmentaltherapyforathletes.com Team/Coach Workshops: allmentalsportsperformance.com Disclaimer: For educational and informational purposes only. Not a substitute for therapy

    1h 8m
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Your go-to resource for athletes looking to enhance their mental game and their overall performance. Hosted by Charles, a social worker with a decade of expertise in the field. Now focusing all of the knowledge to sports and athletes based on scientific research from both the worlds of social work, as well as, sports psychology. This channel offers practical advice to boost your focus, resilience, and performance.Explore techniques for focus, habits, anger, etc through our targeted videos. Each episode is crafted to help you conquer the mental challenges of competitive sports and elevate your performance.

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  • Creator
    Charles Armstrong Hicks
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 All Mental Podcast For Athletes
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