Harvey Dorfman

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Harvey A. Dorfman (May 21, 1935 – February 28, 2011) was an American mental skills coach who worked in education and psychology as a teacher, counselor, coach, and consultant. Prior to becoming a mental skills coach, he lived in

baseball players.[2] A freelance journalist, Dorfman lectured at major universities and for corporations on psychology, self-enhancement, management strategies, and leadership training. He died on February 28, 2011.[3]

Acclaimed former

Phillies ace Roy Halladay. Moyer dedicated both his 2013 memoir and a planned pitching academy to his former counselor. "I learned so much from that man," Moyer said, "and to be able to use that knowledge for myself, I really believe I can help others go in the same direction."[4] Dorfman played a role in developing the field of sports mental health and was described as a "pioneering sports psychologist".[5]

Books

References

  1. ^ Greenfield, Karl Taro (February 10, 2009). "Stay in the Moment (with Dr. Baseball)". Men's Journal. Archived from the original on 30 December 2011. Retrieved 7 January 2012.
  2. State University of New York at Brockport
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  3. ^ Pioneering sports psychologist Harvey Dorfman dies at the age of 75, Associated Press, March 1, 2011.
  4. ^ Kepner, Tyler (14 September 2013). "EXTRA BASES The Giants' Pieces Remain, and Fall Apart". The New York Times. Retrieved 16 September 2013.
  5. ^ M.L.B. Teams Nurture Players' Mental Health, The New York Times, 2011