FOR COMPETITIVE CLIMBERS
Science-backed psychological coaching for competition climbers.
For athletes who want to handle pressure more steadily, perform with greater trust in themselves, and build a stronger psychological foundation for training and competition.
Whether you are struggling with overthinking, fear of failure, loss of confidence, emotional ups and downs, or the gap between how you climb in training and how you perform in competition, this is a space to understand what is going on and work with it in a practical, evidence-informed way.
For youth and adult competition climbers. Individual and federation-supported options available.
Does this feel familiar?
➤ You perform differently in competition than you do in training.
➤ You overthink, lose trust in yourself, or struggle to stay present under pressure.
➤ Mistakes, expectations, or setbacks affect you more than you would like.
➤ Your confidence feels unstable or too dependent on results.
➤ You want to feel more consistent, resilient, and mentally prepared.
What we can help you build.
➤ Greater consistency between training and performance.
➤ Better focus before and during competition.
➤More resilience after mistakes, setbacks, and disappointing results.
➤ Tools to regulate pressure, nerves, and difficult emotions.
➤ More trust in yourself and your decisions.
➤ A clearer understanding of what helps you perform and feel like yourself.
How we work.
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Step 1
Request a free intro call
Let’s have a 30-minute call to explore your background, current challenges, and what you want to improve. The call is free and without obligation.
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Step 2
Get the right recommendation
We’ll work together to craft a path that works best for you, whether that’s 1-on-1 coaching, workshops, or something else.
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Step 3
Start online or in-person
Structured sessions include practical tools, guided exercises, and ongoing support to build your mental performance.
Trusted by the global climbing community.
Meet the Team
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Madeleine Crane
FOUNDER, CEO & SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST
Madeleine is a passionate climber who has been climbing for more than 20 years herself, competing nationally and internationally for almost 15 years. She is a certified sport psychologist and systemic coach, lives in the West of Austria (close to the Swiss border) and is specialised on climbing. She has been working with climbers and climbing coaches from all around the globe, regardless of their age or professional level. Madeleine also has a cooperation with the local Olympic Center in Vorarlberg. When she is not working, you will very likely find her at one of the local crags, in the gym or at home, baking something. -
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Carina Jungblut
SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST I.E.
Carina is a certified sports psychologist and clinical psychologist based in the stunning climbing mecca of Innsbruck, Austria. Specializing in developmental psychology, her focus lies on working with youth climbers. Having grown up in a nearby mountainous region, Carina feels deeply connected to the landscape—mountains truly feel like home to her. Passionate about outdoor sports, especially climbing, she cherishes the exhilarating sense of freedom it brings. Carina thrives on pushing her limits and exploring her mental edge. -
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Kaisa Soininen
SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST
Kaisa is a Sports and Exercise Psychologist based in Helsinki, Finland. She has worked with recreational and competitive climbers and specialised in dealing with perfectionism, a high drive for performance among recreational climbers, career transitioning, stress management and commitment via deepening self-knowledge. She found her passion for climbing in her forties and wants to continue climbing for decades ahead.
Ready to work on the mental side of your climbing?
Request a free 30-minute intro call to discuss your goals, your current challenges, and the kind of support that might help most. There is no pressure and no obligation, just a chance to see whether working together feels like the right fit.