Philly everyone who plays golf goes thorugh that stage, more often than none. what i do when i work with someone on their swing, even mine is... I have them make practice swing with the club slightly off the ground and always look away from the ball. I think 90% of the golfers "freeze up" a lil or alot when they see a golf ball. I would make these swings about 20 times, pref with a heavy club. Then try hitting the ball making the same swing using the same technique. I guarantee after a few swings not only will you hit the ball better but much further. ( you have to trust your self, and the swing you are making)