Poker Writer John Carlisle

John Carlisle may be the most well-published writer in the field of poker psychology.  With a Master’s Degree in Counseling from West Virginia University and a Bachelor’s from Lock Haven U. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology,  John has found his niche as  “the Poker Counselor.”

He is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who works with troubled kids and families in the mental health realm.  He is also a poker enthusiast who understands the undeniable link between human psychology and the game of poker.

John is a Senior Contributor for Top Pair magazine.  In addition,  he is a regular writer for Poker Player Newspaper, and Canadian Poker Player magazine.  His articles have also appeared on foxsports.com,  Live Action Poker Magazine,  Full Tilt magazine,  Gambling Online Magazine,  Bluff magazine,  Poker Pro magazine,  and 5th St. International Poker magazine.

The San Francisco Chronicle looked to John to provide insight into the psychology of poker in 2005.  Mr. Carlisle is a regular guest on the Ante Up radio network,  which is syndicated on several radio stations across the southern U.S.