Olivier Lingbeek is a tennis coach at several clubs in the Western part of the Netherlands, focused on helping people with their gameplay, both technical and mental. Upon obtaining his PhD in 1998, he worked as a lawyer for several years. An avid tennis player from a young age, he decided to pursue a career as a tennis coach and freelance writer.
In his practice he explores the potential of Rational Emotive (Behavioral) Therapy – RET or REBT – for improved mental ability of tennis players. He finds that RET, more than other interventions, offers a practical and effective way to strengthen players’ minds.
