Dr. Nick Golf – Performance In Mind

About Us

Dr. Nick Molinaro is a licensed psychologist with specialties in counseling and sport psychology. He has worked with players on the PGA, Korn-Ferry, Champions, LPGA, Symetra, PGA McKenzie, PGA Germany Tours as well as with collegiate golfers at major universities including Stanford, U Oaklahoma U Texas, UVA. Kentucky, etc. He also works with Men and Women Long Drive compeitiors and champions. He has made numerous appearances on the Golf Fix with Michael Breed’s on The Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA Tour, SirusXM NBA Radio., FOX News and Sport, etc. He is the Consulting Sport Psychologist to Rutgers U Men’s Golf assisting in player selection and development. He has worked for over 10 years as Director of Sport Psychology and Performance Enhancement at Fidler’s Elbow Country Club along side Mike Adams, PGA Teaching Professional and Inductee into the PGA Hall of Fame and ranked #2 in the World as a PGA Teaching Professional. Dr. Nick is the Consulting Director of Psychological Performance for Transcend Golf, an NIL program for Junior and Collegiate Golfers https://www.instagram.com/transcend_golf/ Ben James, UVA and Caleb Surratt, U Tennessee were the first 2 players to sign with Transcend Golf and both played in the 2023 Walker Cup on the Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland and were victorious. Dr. Nick has a similar role as Director of Psychological Performance for Drive for the Dream. This program offers support for mini and minor Tour players throughout the US on their way to qualify for Q School. Dr. Nick’s responsibility is to assist in player selection, development and assist in research for the program.

Dr. Nick: Renowned Golf Psychologist and Consultant in Psychological Performance for Michael Breed Golf Academy"

Dr. Nick is mostly known for his work in golf as he was on the Golf Channel numerous times appearing with Michael Breed on the Golf Fix. He has appeared on SirusXM PGA Tour and NBA Radio as well as FOX 5 News and Sports commenting on golf as well as basketball. He continues to consult with Michael Breed Golf Academy where he is the Director of Psychological Performance. He is the Consulting Sport Psychologist for Rutgers Men’s Golf Team assisting in Player Selection and Development. He consults in similar positions with Transcend Golf and Drive for the Dream. Transcend golf is one of the few NIL programs for collegiate golfers, both men and women, to assist in funding for the students’ college expenses without requirements for appearances, as many NIL programs do, for improving the brand of the benefactor. Drive for the Dream is a program for mini and minor tour players pursuing their dreams to be on the Korn Ferry Tour and eventually the PGA Tour by providing transportation and funding for venue registrations. The program has been endorsed by the PGA Tour. He has written

Partial Client List

Chris Gotterup, PGA Tour

Paige Spiranac

Thank you, Dr. Nick so much for everything you have taught me to improve my mental performance and always being there for me.” Paige Spiranac, Professional Golfer

Ryan Steenberg Long Drive Champion

Cassie Meyer Long Drive Champion

Tyler Stahle 2022 USGA Am

Jhared Hack Shoots 57

Tyler Hall, PGA Professional, 2020 PGA Championship Qualifier

“… What can I say about a guy whose credentials speak for themselves? After a decade spent as a Tour Player, I can honestly say the Dr. Nick is second to none. I have been very fortunate to have had access to the very best Coaches, Doctors, Psychologists and Professionals in the business and I wouldn’t take my business/livelihood anywhere else. His caring nature and astounding knowledge of the mind will absolutely improve not only quality of sport, but most importantly, the quality of life. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr. Molinaro and look forward to overcoming all of the future obstacles, together. What can I say besides this guy is a Rockstar in his craft!”

Tyler Hall
Professional Golfer and Instructor – 2011 MGA/Met Open Champion

Dr. Nick spoofing with Michael Breed on The Golf Channel

I realized early on that Dr.Nick’s approach was different. Dr. Nick doesn’t recite platitudes or promise quick fixes to his players. Instead, he puts them to work identifying the stumbling blocks and limitations they placed on themselves. He then gives him specific changes to make or tasks to perform in order to push them past their limits. None of these fixes or one-time cures; they are lifelong changes that will take time and repetition to embed in an athlete’s mind. And for those who have listened-myself included-they have had amazing results. Dr. Nick is the real deal.” Michael Breed

2013 US Open, Merion Remembered

It was a very exciting time to walk inside the ropes withTiger Woods and Jason DayDuring practice rounds with my player Jesse Smith

Dr. Nick: Trailblazing Golf Psychologist and Performance Consultant Revolutionizing the Mind-Body Connection in Golf

for womensgolf.com for several years and made numerous videos and presentations throughout the USA. He has worked along side Mike Adams, PGA Professional, ranked #2 in the World and in the PGA of America Hall of Fame for 10 years while he was the Director of Sport Psychology and Performance Enhancement at Fiddler’s Elbow, CC. His golfers compete in prestigious collegiate programs including Stanford, U Tex, Oklahoma, U Oregon, etc and has players on the PGA (Chris Gotterup, former Rutgers U and U Oklahoma team member) who just earned his PGA Tour card after on season on Korn Ferry. He has players on the LPGA, LET, Men and Women’s Long Drive Championships, etc. Ben James, UVA and Caleb Surratt, Tennessee are members of Team Transcend that Dr. Nick consults with, and were on the USA Walker Cup Team this past year. He is currently in negotiations with GolfForever.com

Dr. Nick’s methodology is highly data driven is assessing the players use of the mind-brain-body connection. Attention to influencing the brains functioning is the most critical aspect of high performance contrary to the belief that confidence is. He is frequently described as being unique in the field of sport psychology and specifically, Michael Breed writes, “I realized early on that Dr.Nick’s approach was different. Dr. Nick doesn’t recite platitudes or promise quick fixes to his players. Instead, he puts them to work identifying the stumbling blocks and limitations they placed on themselves. He then gives him specific changes to make or tasks to perform in order to push them past their limits. None of these fixes or one-time cures; they are lifelong changes that will take time and repetition to embed in an athlete’s mind. And for those who have listened-myself included-they have had amazing results. Dr. Nick is the real deal.”

Anger’s Impact Upon Performance

Anger is a natural human emotion that everyone experiences at some point in their lives.
It can be triggered by various factors such as frustration, disappointment, or even fear
In the context of collegiate, professional, world class and Olympic athletes, anger can have both positive and negative effects on psychological and physical performance
Anger can be a powerful motivator for athletes. When channeled correctly, it can fuel their determination and drive to succeed on the field. This can result in increased intensity and aggression, which are important qualities for success in some sports such as soccer, lacrosse, football, etc and not usually as a positive force in golf, gymnastics, auto racing, etc
Uncontrolled anger can have detrimental effects on a player's performance. It can cloud their judgement and decision-making abilities, leading to impulsive and reckless actions on the field, court or track. This can result in unnecessary fouls, missed opportunities, and ultimately, a negative impact on team performance
Prolonged feelings of anger can also have physical consequences for players. It can increase heart rate and blood pressure, leading to fatigue and decreased endurance. This can result in a decline in physical performance and put players at a higher risk of injury
Anger can also have a negative impact on the psychological well-being of athletes. Constant feelings of anger and frustration can lead to increased levels of stress and anxiety, which can affect their overall mental health and focus on the game
It is important all athletes to learn how to manage their anger in order to maintain peak performance.
It is crucial for them to recognize and address any underlying issues that may contribute to feelings of anger and learn healthy coping mechanisms to improve their overall performance as well as their well-being.