Welcome to the Golf Psycho Podcast – the ultimate golf mental game podcast for players who want to dominate the course and master their mind.
I’m Carlos Benavidez – a lifelong golfer with over 30 years on the course and 15+ years of experience in human behavior and habit change. Once a total headcase on the green (think Tin Cup!), I completely transformed my mental game with the help of my brilliant wife Laurie, a pediatric occupational therapist and wellness coach.
Together, we created a one-of-a-kind Golf Mental Game Evaluation that’s helped me—and now so many others—play the best golf of their lives.
-If you’re obsessed with golf…
-Or if golf makes you lose your mind…
This podcast is for YOU.
Each week, we dive into:
The nervous system and how it affects your swing
How to build bulletproof focus and resilience
Real talk about performance, wellness, and even the spiritual side of the game
Unlocking the secrets and strategies that no one else is talking about
We don’t just want to help you lower your scores—we want to help you become the kind of player (and person) you’ve always wanted to be.
Subscribe now and start mastering the mental game of golf.
Your best golf is already inside you. Let’s unlock it together.
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Ryder Cup 2025: Mental Game Under Fire — How Europe Held Firm & What You Can Learn | Ep 10
n this episode of Golf Psycho, Carlos (golf mental game coach) and Laurie (occupational therapist co-host) dissect the psychological battle that raged behind the scenes at the 2025 Ryder Cup. With hostility, heckling, and poor crowd behavior making front page headlines, we dig into: Which players showed mental steel (and when)How Europe's team seemed more resilient overallMoments when U.S. players looked shaken by pressure + crowd noiseKey mental game strategies you can use when distractions ...
26 Sept 2025
Stop Front 9 Blow-Ups: Golf Mental Game Tips to Save Your Round | Ep. 9
Struggling with blow-ups on the front 9? You’re not alone. In this episode of Golf Psycho, Golf Mental Game Coach Carlos and Occupational Therapist Laurie break down why golfers fall apart early in the round — and how to turn things around before it’s too late. We cover: ⛳ The mindset mistakes that sabotage your front 9 🧠 How to reset your mental game after a bad shot or bad hole 📋 Practical strategies you can use on the course today 💡 What tour pros do to stay calm under pressure This is a...
19 Sept 2025
How Tommy Fleetwood’s Mental Fortitude Paid Off | Golf Mental Game Breakdown | EP 8
In this episode of the Golf Psycho Podcast, golf mental game coach Carlos and co-host Laurie (occupational therapist and the other half of Golf Psycho) break down the tenacious mindset of Tommy Fleetwood. After 164 starts on the PGA Tour, Fleetwood finally picked up his first win—a testament to mental toughness, patience, and fortitude. But what struggles did he face along the way? And what mental game strategies helped him persevere through years of close calls before breaking through? Carlo...
12 Sept 2025
Golf Mental Game Breakthrough: How Support & Accountability Rewire Golf Mindset | Golf Psycho Podcast EP 7
On this episode of The Golf Psycho Podcast, Carlos and Laurie share the three-year journey of rewriting Carlos’s golf mental game—a journey filled with setbacks, breakthroughs, and habits that transformed frustration into freedom on the course. You’ll hear: Why support and accountability are more important than swing mechanics How to track progress with post-round breakdowns The role of celebrating small wins in mental performance How a single club (the two iron!) became a turning point ...
5 Sept 2025
From High School to College: Gen Z Golfers on Mental Game, Pressure & Life Lessons | Golf Psycho Ep 6”
Welcome to Episode 6 of the Golf Psycho Podcast! In this episode, golf mental game coach Carlos sits down with two of his former high school students — both Gen Z golfers who trained in the mental game during their teenage years. One is headed to play Division 3 collegiate golf, while the other stepped away from competitive golf and is now pursuing a career in film and video. Together, they reflect on: The mental game lessons that helped them compete under pressureHow golf psychology sh...
29 Aug 2025
Break Your Old Scores | Golf Mental Game Tips W/ Johnnie From Caddy Issues Ep. 5
In this episode of the Golf Psycho Podcast, golf mental game coach Carlos sits down with Johnnie, founder of the Austin golf community Caddy Issues. Together they dive into how Carlos completely re-wrote his golf mental game, finally breaking 20+ year scoring plateaus with proven strategies for focus, confidence, and mindset on the course. You’ll learn: Mental game shifts to overcome frustration and self-sabotage.How to build a resilient golf mindset that lowers scores.Why “keeping the vibes ...
22 Aug 2025
Golf Mental Game: WHO You Are On & Off The Course | Golf Psycho Podcast Ep. 4
Golf isn’t just a game—it’s a reflection of life. In this episode of the Golf Psycho Podcast, we dive deep into the parallels between golf, spirituality, and personal growth. Episode Focus: Carlos re-introduces his powerful concept of “Loading the WHO”—a mindset shift that strengthens who you are being on and off the course. Tied to gratitude, purpose, and presence, this approach transforms golf from just a sport into a tool for living more meaningfully. Highlights: The connection between gol...
15 Aug 2025
Stroke-Saving Post Shot Routine for a Stronger Golf Mental Game | Golf Psycho Episode 3
Welcome back, Golf Psychos! Is your mental game the biggest weakness in your golf game? Do you know it’s costing you shots every round? You’re not alone—and we’re here to fix that. If you’ve ever: Crumbled under pressure when it mattered mostWalked off the course knowing you left shots out thereFelt frustrated about not reaching your true potential…then this episode is for you. In Episode 3 of the Golf Psycho Podcast, we connect the powerful insights from Episodes 1 and 2 with a game-changing...
8 Aug 2025
Fix Your Golf Mental Game: The Pre-Shot Routine You've Been Missing - W/ Raul Gomez (B9 Golf) | Golf Psycho EP: 2
Episode 2 picks up right where Episode 1 left off! Even if you missed Episode 1, this Episode will still make sense. But do yourself a favor and be sure to catch Episode 1. This episode's intention is to help every golfer increase their mental game power by adding, "Loading The Who", to the pre-shot routine. This episode goes deep on how this simple tip can greatly reduce blow ups and spirals. Is your mental game the biggest weakness in your golf game? Do you just KNOW it's ...
1 Aug 2025
The Number One Golf Mental Game Tip You Aren't Using- W Raul Gomez (B9 Golf) | Golf Psycho EP:1
🎧 Welcome to Episode 1 of the Golf Psycho Podcast – Golf Mental Game 101 Golfers everywhere are frustrated. They’re plateauing, spending money on gear they don’t need, and wondering why they aren’t improving. The truth? Mental game concepts are hard to apply — and even harder to stick with. But that changes today. In this kickoff episode, host Carlos Benavidez breaks down the exact mindset shifts that helped him (and his clients) finally start breaking personal records, playing better with th...
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